DAVIS, California and VISAKHAPATNAM, India — RotaPower LLC, a pioneer in high-power-density rotary engine technology, today announced the appointment of Melorium Motors (www.meloriummotors.com) as its Tier-1 manufacturing partner. Based in Andhra Pradesh, India, Melorium Motors will serve as the primary production hub for RotaPower’s modular Wankel-type engines, catering to Indo-Asian and global markets as the company transitions from R&D to large-scale commercial availability.
To ensure comprehensive market coverage, RotaPower LLC will maintain parallel production capabilities in the United States. While the India facility handles global high-volume demand, RotaPower LLC will continue to manufacture engines at a limited scale in North America to specifically serve customers who require "USA-Made" certification for specialized industrial and defense applications.
The partnership leverages Melorium Motors’ advanced manufacturing infrastructure to produce RotaPower’s flagship engine series, including the 150cc and 530cc liquid-cooled modules. These engines, renowned for their 3 hp per pound power-to-weight ratio, are designed to meet surging demand for EV range extenders (REX), sustainable microgrids, and advanced aerial mobility.
"Selecting Melorium Motors as our Tier-1 partner is a definitive step toward fulfilling our global order book," said Subhash Paluru, CEO of RotaPower LLC. "India’s manufacturing ecosystem, specifically within Andhra Pradesh, offers the precision engineering necessary to bring our modular designs to the world stage. Simultaneously, maintaining our domestic production allows us to remain agile in serving our North American partners who prioritize US-based manufacturing."
Strategic Impact of the Partnership:
- Bifurcated Manufacturing Strategy: Establishment of a high-volume export base in India for Indo-Pacific and European markets, complemented by a dedicated US-based line for North American clients requiring domestic production.
- Global Supply Chain Integration: The Andhra Pradesh facility will serve as the master assembly point for multi-rotor configurations, capable of producing units ranging from 20 hp to 600 hp.
- Precision Engineering: Melorium Motors will implement RotaPower’s proprietary manufacturing processes, including advanced anti-friction coatings that ensure documented seal lives exceeding 20,000 hours.
"We are honored to partner with RotaPower LLC to manufacture what we believe is the most efficient internal combustion technology on the market today," said Avinash Govindarajan, Chairman and Director of Melorium Motors. "Our facility is ready to meet the rigorous standards required for these high-performance rotary modules, ensuring that every engine leaving our floor delivers the 'Power of Freedom' to our global customers."
About RotaPower LLC
RotaPower LLC is an engineering and technology firm focused on the commercialization of advanced Wankel-type rotary engines. With over 40 years of research and dozens of patents, RotaPower provides lightweight, high-torque, and low-emission power solutions for automotive, industrial, and aerospace applications.
About Melorium Motors
Melorium Motors is a premier Tier-1 automotive and industrial manufacturing firm based in Andhra Pradesh, India. Specializing in high-precision component manufacturing and advanced assembly, Melorium is dedicated to accelerating the transition to efficient, next-generation propulsion and power systems.
DAVIS, California — RotaPower LLC, the leader in high-power-density Wankel-derived rotary engines, announced today that it has entered into a strategic agreement with Irin Works Corporation (www.irinworks.com). Under this partnership, Irin Works will serve as the primary e-commerce gateway for RotaPower’s modular engine lineup, managing online sales channels and establishing a presence on major industrial and consumer platforms including Amazon, eBay, and Grainger.
The partnership is designed to streamline the commercial availability of RotaPower’s proprietary engine technology, which offers a market-leading power-to-weight ratio exceeding 3 hp per pound. As RotaPower ramps up its manufacturing capabilities through its partnership with Melorium Motors, Irin Works will provide the digital infrastructure necessary to meet global demand for range extenders (REX), UAV propulsion, and microgrid stabilization.
"This agreement with Irin Works marks a significant shift from engineering development to market-ready availability," said Subhash Paluru, CEO of RotaPower LLC. "By leveraging Irin’s expertise in global e-commerce, we are ensuring that our technology—ranging from 2.5 hp handheld modules to 600 hp industrial units—is accessible to developers and industrial partners through a streamlined digital interface."
Key Features of the Partnership:
- Centralized Digital Hub: Irin Works will host the primary commercial portal at www.irinworks.com, featuring interactive technical specifications and inquiry capabilities.
- Omnichannel Expansion: Deployment into third-party industrial marketplaces and high-traffic consumer sites to increase visibility for the 27cc through 2120cc engine modules.
- Logistics & Account Management: Irin Works will oversee the customer-facing e-commerce infrastructure, allowing RotaPower to maintain its core focus on R&D and manufacturing excellence.
About RotaPower LLC
Based in Davis, California, RotaPower LLC specializes in the engineering and commercialization of advanced Wankel-type rotary engines. Known for their modular "stackable" design and fuel-agnostic operation, RotaPower engines provide high-density power solutions for the automotive, aerospace, marine, and energy sectors.
About Irin Works Corporation
Irin Works Corporation is a premier e-commerce management and distribution partner specializing in high-tech industrial components. They bridge the gap between innovative manufacturers and global marketplaces through advanced logistics and digital storefront management.
We are excited to announce the formation of RotaPower LLC, a State of Delaware Limited Liability Company, as a subsidiary of Freedom Motors, Inc. RotaPower LLC sole focus remains in R&D activities of Rotapower® engines and its mass manufacturing.
As part of this effort, RotaPower LLC has undergone extensive third-party financial and strategic validation. The SVG Group has completed a valuation of the company at $130 million, while Stout Risius Ross has completed a Purchase Price Allocation (PPA) at $120 million, with a Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC) of 17.7% and an internal implied rate of return of 41.9%. These metrics strongly reinforce the intrinsic value of our technology, assets, and long-term growth strategy.
To properly position the company and to align engine development with downstream product opportunities, we have undertaken several critical strategic initiatives:
- Continued advancement of our engine technology through sustained R&D
- Filing of multiple patents, including patent-pending advancements in 4-stroke technology, as well as our 5-stroke and 6-stroke engine technologies
- Establishment of mass production capabilities in the United States (Dixon, California)
- Development of mass production capabilities in Andhra Pradesh, India, enabling us to compete effectively in global markets. We are currently working with two potential manufacturing partners and may select one or pursue a combined approach
This is a complex and ambitious undertaking, requiring thoughtful strategy and guidance from legal, tax, accounting, and advisory firms. Our overarching strategy remains clear: continue increasing valuation beyond $130 million while delivering exceptional value to customers, stakeholders, shareholders, and partners.