摘  要：综述了平面电动机的发展现状，讨论了平面电动机的分类情况，针对不同结构类型的平面电动机，简单阐述了其结构、工作原理和特点，指出平面电机技术目前存在的不足，探讨了平面电动机未来的发展前景和方向。
关键词：平面电动机；平面定位装置

Abstract: The development of planar motor were overviewed. The classification of planar motor were also discussed in this paper. For different structral types of planar motors, the structure and the working princple and characteristics were discussed briefly. The shortcomings of the planar motor technology were pointed out. Finally, investigated the future direction and prospects of planar motor.
Key Words: Planar motor; Positioning device1