How Torus Robotics revolutionizing EV industry with their Axial Flux Motors and Controllers
An Editorial by team Torus Robotics
Torus Robotics Pvt Ltd was founded in 2019 by three passionate individuals: Abbhi Vignesh, Vibhakar Senthil and Vignesh M. Our journey together began much earlier, in 2012, when we embarked on our engineering studies in Mechatronics.
This field, which integrates mechanical, electrical, electronics, and programming disciplines, provided the perfect foundation for our shared vision. We graduated as B.Tech Mechatronics engineers in 2016 and went on to earn our MBAs in 2018, both with special scholarships and gold medals in research.
Our story is not just about academics but about the bond and synergy that formed over years of collaboration on various projects. From the start, we were driven by a deep curiosity and a hands-on approach, building a variety of electric vehicles (EVs) such as e-bikes, E3Ws, electric solar cars, electric 4-wheelers, golf karts, and even electric skateboards. We were actively involved in multiple tech teams during our college years, and we founded our own tech team that went on to win a solar car competition, managing a team of 65 members.
The Birth of Torus Robotics
The idea for Torus Robotics was born out of the challenges we faced while working on our projects, particularly during our work on Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGVs) for defence.
We were the youngest company to develop the largest electric UGV in India, a feat that required innovation and resilience. However, one of the biggest hurdles we encountered was sourcing motors and controllers for our products. We found that indigenous options were limited; most companies were assembling motors with key components imported from China, requiring high minimum order quantities (MOQ) and offering low-quality products. The high-efficiency, lightweight motors we needed were only available in Europe and were prohibitively expensive.
This challenge became our mission. In 2020, during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, we began developing our own powertrain systems, focusing on axial flux motors and controllers. These systems are compact, lightweight, and highly efficient—exactly what the market was lacking. Through hard work, perseverance, and reinvestment of funds earned from grants, competitions, and defence contracts, we were able to build prototypes and win recognition in the industry.
Our Vision and Product
At Torus Robotics, our vision is clear: to empower electric vehicles to go faster and further by developing compact, lightweight, and highly efficient powertrain systems. Our axial flux motors and controllers are at the heart of this vision, offering a revolutionary solution to the challenges faced by the EV industry.
Today, we are collaborating with up to 20 OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers) across a variety of applications, including E2Ws (Electric Two-Wheelers), E3Ws (Electric Three-Wheelers), and E4Ws (Electric Four-Wheelers). Our team of 15 dedicated professionals is poised to grow, with plans to expand by 20 more in the coming months. We are also working closely with three Tier 1 OEMs, further solidifying our position in the market.
The Road Ahead
But our ambitions don’t stop with electric vehicles. We envision a future where our compact and efficient solutions extend beyond the automotive sector. We are actively exploring applications in HVAC systems, robotics, industrial machinery, and power generation. With nearly two-thirds of the world’s power consumed by motors, we see a significant opportunity to make a global impact in the motor market space.
Torus Robotics is not just a company; it’s a movement towards a more efficient, sustainable future. We are committed to pushing the boundaries of what is possible in electric mobility and beyond, with a focus on innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction.
We invite you to join us on this journey as we continue to innovate and lead in the development of next-generation powertrain systems for a better tomorrow.