Sponsored by TTI and Molex. The future is electric. Indeed, the electrification of products, systems, and processes is happening at an accelerated pace in countless industrial and consumer settings. These changes are driven by advanced electronic technologies in lieu of conventional methods such as hydraulics and pneumatics. Nowhere else is the acceleration of electrification more… Read more »
Sponsored by Littelfuse, Inc. Ensuring circuit survival in the challenging automotive and electric vehicle environments. As vehicle electrification grows and adds functions, the electronic control architecture must evolve to manage operations efficiently, responsively, and safely. The architecture is shifting from a simple distributed system to a zonal control system, where zonal control units manage nearby… Read more »
Sponsored by TE Connectivity. Component miniaturization is a key enabler of automotive innovation, particularly in relation to connector technology that transports electrical power, signaling and data within the harnesses to these new electronic components themselves. Download this paper to examine how manufacturers can achieve strategic space-saving goals by using miniaturized connectors that provide true automotive-grade… Read more »
Sponsored by Chroma. What is non-invasive analysis? The analysis of lithium-ion battery cell degradation can be classified into invasive and non-invasive methods, with non-invasive analysis offering the following advantages: Therefore, whether used to evaluate battery material performance, select batteries, or study battery degradation, non-invasive analysis has seen wide adoption and is known to yield significant… Read more »
Sponsored by Hioki. A key challenge in developing Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) is extending the driving range through improved energy efficiency. Unlike fossil fuels, batteries have a lower energy density, necessitating large-capacity batteries to match the range of internal combustion engines, which inadvertently increases vehicle weight and decreases energy efficiency. Thus, there is a pressing… Read more »
Sponsored by Piher Sensing Systems. The engineering today is focused on developing better energy storage and fuel cell technologies. These advancements are crucial for progress in renewable energy, electric vehicles, and keeping the power grid stable. Battery Management Systems play a critical role in monitoring and managing the performance of batteries. They ensure optimal performance… Read more »
Sponsored by Elektro-Automatik. Battery test engineers face a variety of challenges, including: EA’s new EA-BT 20000 Triple Battery Tester was created to address these test roadblocks with a unique design—all in a more powerful test instrument. Read this application note to learn how one piece of equipment can test battery cells, modules, and packs with… Read more »
Sponsored by Pickering Interfaces. In the rapidly evolving landscape of electric vehicles, the shift towards 800 V power system architectures is gaining serious momentum. This white paper, “HIL Simulation’s Crucial Role in the 800 V EV Transition,” explores the reasons behind the move to 800 V, the varied challenges this move presents to test professionals,… Read more »
Sponsored by Littelfuse. New technology platform enhances the performance and lifespan of EV batteries. Lithium batteries offer the highest power density compared with other battery chemistries. Lithium batteries can store more energy in a smaller, lightweight package than any other type of battery. As a result, Lithium-based batteries are the battery type of choice for… Read more »
Sponsored by Eaton.Revolutionizing the journey to safe, reliable and efficient EVs In the fast-paced evolution of electric vehicle (EV) technology, it is important to expand what is considered with automotive safety. Eaton combines its automotive and commercial vehicle expertise with electrical insights to offer proven safety-focused technologies that reliably protect both people and EV systems…. Read more »
