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Moving Magnet Technologies

French company in Besançon designing electromagnetic solutions for mobility mechatronics, including motors, actuators and sensors.

Last updated September 16, 2026

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Overview

Moving Magnet Technologies (MMT) is a company based in Besançon, France, created on April 1, 1989. It designs electromagnetic solutions applied to the field of mechatronics for mobilities, and describes itself as a worldwide leader in this design field. Its work covers high-value-added technologies dedicated to the production of motors, actuators and sensors. The company reports 45 highly qualified employees, 100 license agreements in the world, and 250 international patents. In 1995 it established a partnership with the Swiss group Sonceboz.

History

MMT, for Moving Magnet Technologies, began in the late 1980s in Besançon, described as the cradle of French high precision and micromechanical industry. Eminent scientist Dr. Claude Oudet conducted research into electromagnetism applied to specific magnetic circuits, believing in the potential of designing innovative electromechanical systems based on high-energy permanent magnets to control complex systems. MMT was created on April 1, 1989, and Daniel Prudham and Pierre Gandel soon joined the venture. In 1995, MMT established a privileged partnership with the Swiss group Sonceboz, a world leader in mechatronic positioning and flow control solutions. The company developed recognized expertise in the design of sensors, motors and actuators, focusing on high-level engineering phases and patented innovative technologies. Over 30 years, MMT signed more than 100 license agreements, and its technological solutions gave rise to the development of international standards in the automotive industry.

Products and positioning

Worldwide leader in the design of electromagnetic solutions applied to the field of mobility mechatronics.

Product categories. motors · actuators · sensors

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