Sponsored by Littelfuse By Carlos Castro, Global Director Marketing Automotive Electronics, Littelfuse, Inc. As hybrid and electric vehicles roll closer to battery power drive systems with 48V or higher, the lithium-ion battery in a closed system is the clear leader for power. Lithium-ion gets high marks in cost, energy efficiency, temperature performance, power-to-weight ratio and lifecycle…. Read more »
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Automotive power testing: How to solve new EV/HEV challenges
Sponsored by Keysight Technologies Today’s vehicles are designed with more electronic systems including powertrain control, power steering, brake systems, power door/window controls and various sensor functions. Complete solutions providing simulation and test are essential to ensure reliable performance of automotive electronics exposed to extreme voltage/currents, a wide range of temperatures and numerous hazardous conditions. New challenges… Read more »
How to optimize powertrain solutions for electric trucks and buses
Sponsored by AVL Local air pollution, noise emissions, global CO2 reduction and public pressure are driving the need for zero emission transportation solutions in urban areas. Many OEMs are currently developing electrified heavy duty vehicles that maximize range and durability, while minimizing the total cost of ownership, system weight and vehicle packaging – electric axles… Read more »
How to quickly measure and evaluate self-discharge of Li-ion cells
Sponsored by Keysight Technologies Traditional methods for measuring Lithium-Ion self-discharge of cells tracks a cell’s open-circuit voltage over time, taking days or even weeks, with added costs from large holding areas needed. A new potentiostatic test method enables cell designers and manufacturers to evaluate cell and battery performance in a fraction of the time. Learn… Read more »
Free seminar: Mapping motor efficiency quickly and dynamically with HBM eDrive
Sponsored by HBM The eDrive solution from HBM acts as both a power analyzer and data acquisition system. It has the ability to record ALL signals along the drive train (power source, inverter, torque and speed of a motor, temperatures, CAN signals, strain, vibration, etc.) with a single instrument. This greatly reduces the test complexity and results… Read more »
AxleTech is turning heavy-duty vehicles into EVs
Photo: AxleTech e4000 Electric Axle Sponsored by AxleTech Today, AxleTech is absolutely, positively, but not exclusively, electric. And, they’ve rebranded themselves. The 100-year old company – which traces its roots back to the original Rockwell International – has, for most of its history, provided advanced powertrain systems, axles, brakes, components and aftermarket parts for heavy-duty and defense… Read more »
How EV charging stations earn ENERGY STAR certification
By Peter Banwell, Senior Manager, EPA The ENERGY STAR label is one of the most widely known consumer symbols in the country – more than 90% of American households recognize it. ENERGY STAR-certified products helped consumers save $23 billion in energy costs just in 2015, contributing to cumulative energy cost savings of $246 billion since… Read more »
DC-DC converter design and testing – emerging solutions for hybrids and EVs
Sponsored by Keysight Technologies The DC-DC converter is a key component in hybrid and EV architectures, converting the higher voltage bus (MH – 48 V or EV/HEV – 100s of V) to the traditional 12 V power bus, from where most electrical loads are powered. There is extreme downward cost pressure on design and test, across… Read more »
Revolutionary continuous mixing process for producing Li-ion electrode slurries: Lower costs and higher quality
Sponsored by Bühler By Dr. Adrian Spillmann, Head of Market Segment Battery Solutions with Grinding & Dispersion Technologies at Bühler The manufacturers of lithium-ion batteries are currently in the process of massively expanding their global capacity. These investments are being driven by rising demand for electric vehicles, among other things. By 2025, the market for such vehicles… Read more »
Toyota Tsusho to acquire 15% stake in Australian based lithium mining company Orocobre
Toyota Tsusho, a member of the Toyota Group, announced that it has signed a Share Subscription Agreement with Orocobre Limited to become a 15% shareholder. The total investment amount will be about AUS $292 million. The company believes that lithium demand is expected to continue growing with the shift to EV, in addition to the… Read more »