Chara Technologies

Smart Cities & Mobility

DeepTech

Karnataka

, India

Founded:

Jan 2019

Founders:

Bhaktha Keshavachar, Ravi Prasad, Mahalingam Koushik, Harish Lalchandani

Description:

Proprietary rare-earth-free motors (8kW–30kW) using indigenously sourceable materials, dual ARAI and ICAT certified.

Key Highlights:

  • Funding Raised: ~$12M

  • Patents: 8

  • Active Customers: 70+

Core Problem Statement

Geopolitical concentration of rare-earth magnet supply creates three interlocking risks for the global EV industry: fragile supply chains, a volatile cost floor where magnets represent a high percentage of motor BOM, and an environmental mining profile that undermines sustainability goals.

Solution Overview

Proprietary, rare-earth-free electric motors powered by matching controllers equipped with custom Drive Control Firmware. The platform utilizes real-time flux estimation and adaptive efficiency optimization alongside vertically integrated manufacturing covering design, production, testing, and integration.

Strategic Engagement Opportunities

Chara's certified, production-ready rare-earth-free motor platform offers automotive OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers a proven co-development and supply chain partner. Its proprietary SynRM platform offers a foundation for deep technical collaboration and co-development in advanced electric machine research.

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ADDRESS

Ministry of Education, Kartavya Bhawan 2, Central Secretariat, New Delhi-110001

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ADDRESS

Ministry of Education, Kartavya Bhawan 2, Central Secretariat, New Delhi-110001

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ADDRESS

Ministry of Education, Kartavya Bhawan 2, Central Secretariat, New Delhi-110001