Abstract: A novel winding assembly of the gap winding type electric rotary machine is arranged on the inner periphery of the slotless magnetic core of the machine. The winding comprises a plurality of congregated twisted strands each including a plurality of insulated thin wires. The congregated strands are twisted in opposite directions in such a manner as to offset the effect of magnetic fluxes produced in adjacent twisted strands axially thereof, thereby reducing the reactance of the winding on the one hand and dampening the vibration and propulsive force which otherwise might be generated in the electric rotary machine.