The aim of this work is the thermal optimization of a Formula E electric motor.• A lumped parameter thermal network model is employed.• The paths of heat flux in the motor are investigated in detail.• A sensitivity analysis on the parameters influencing the main heat path is performed.• The optimization procedure leads to reduced operating temperatures.
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