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Inside Yaskawa’s U1000 Matrix Drive

Feb 18, 2026

This episode of Evolution Motion Solutions' video and podcast series, Evolution in Controls, features host Tim Wilson meeting with Jordan Engel, Product Marketing Manager at Yaskawa, to explore advanced drive technology and the U1000 matrix drive.

The discussion takes a deep dive into low-harmonic drive design, direct AC-to-AC conversion, and full regenerative capabilities—breaking down how matrix drives differ from traditional variable frequency drives and why power quality, harmonic reduction, and energy regeneration matter in modern industrial automation applications.

Learn more by watching Yaskawa’s interview:
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