Testing charging stations is a critical component of ensuring their reliability and functionality in the rapidly evolving EV ecosystem. Using HIL simulators for these tests provides a controlled and efficient environment for assessing various aspects of the charging station performance. These simulations can replicate real-world scenarios such as various EV models, the evaluation of charging… Read more »

Testing traction inverters, including the controller and power electronics, at full power can be a challenge. Real components are not yet available or the conventional test benches simply don’t offer enough flexibility to test the controller robustness. This is where Power HIL systems come into play. Power Hardware-in-the-Loop (Power HIL) simulators can provide testing capabilities… Read more »

EV adoption is growing, but the convenience of internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles is still the benchmark. Exceeding market expectations depends on continual innovation in batteries. Intensive testing of EV batteries is crucial and EV manufacturers, suppliers, and test facilities need to make the best use of their battery test lab to ensure fast development…. Read more »

Fires caused by thermal runaway continue to be a significant issue in the evolution of EV battery packs. Now, as the EV marketplace approaches a tipping point, engineers are racing to address this challenge using various technologies. These include high-performance, pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSA) used in combination with thermal materials that can assist in hindering thermal… Read more »