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How is physical AI used in autonomous and electric vehicles?
Physical AI (PAI) in autonomous and electric vehicles (EVs) involves systems that perceive the environment, make intelligent decisions, and execute appropriate actions in real-time, bridging the gap between digital intelligence and physical motion. PAI is autonomous, and electric vehicles can be used for several functions. Initially, it’s helping improve battery management and energy efficiency. In […]
Samsung SDI and KGM to jointly develop cylindrical battery packs for EVs
Samsung SDI announced that it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Korean automaker KG Mobility (KGM) to jointly develop advanced battery pack technologies for electric vehicles (EVs). Under the agreement, the two companies will collaborate on battery systems using high-capacity, high-nickel NCA cathodes and silicon–carbon nanocomposite anodes, with the goal of reducing cell…
New contactors support high-voltage switching in EV systems
Sensata Technologies has introduced its STEV high-voltage contactor series, designed to support the electrical and safety requirements of electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). The STEV series is intended for high-voltage switching applications where efficiency, durability, and protection are critical to overall vehicle performance. High-voltage contactors are electromechanical switches that open and…
Mitsubishi samples Trench SiC MOSFET bare dies for EV inverters and chargers
As electric vehicles (EVs) continue to push higher power densities and efficiency requirements in traction inverters and onboard chargers, demand is increasing for power semiconductors that can reduce losses while maintaining performance. Mitsubishi Electric Corporation announced that it will start shipping samples of four new trench silicon carbide metal-oxide-semiconductor field-effect transistor (SiC-MOSFET) bare dies, designed…
The Battery Network marks Call2Recycle’s expanded battery lifecycle role
Building on three decades as a battery recycling program in North America, Call2Recycle has reintroduced itself as The Battery Network, reflecting a shift from a collection-focused model to a broader, nationwide system supporting battery recycling and materials recovery. The new name is intended to represent the organization’s expanded role across the battery lifecycle, including collection,…
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How is physical AI used in autonomous and electric vehicles?Physical AI (PAI) in autonomous and electric vehicles (EVs) involves systems that perceive the environment, make intelligent decisions, and execute…
How AI Is accelerating atomistic simulation for EV battery materialsElectric vehicle (EV) battery teams need not be convinced that conventional lithium‑ion is running into practical limits. What they do…
How do inverter switching strategies influence battery health?Editor’s note: Although the analysis references battery energy storage systems, the electrical behaviors and control strategies examined, particularly switching frequency…
Why isolation monitoring matters in high-voltage EV systemsIsolation monitoring is a safety function used in high-voltage electric vehicle (EV) systems to detect unintended electrical paths between energized…
What is the role of engineering coatings in EVs?Electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers use specialized coatings to provide electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding, environmental protection, and controlled thermal pathways across…
How advanced fluoromaterials are transforming EV wiring and cable systemsElectric vehicles (EVs) are reshaping mobility through cleaner energy and higher efficiency. However, achieving the potential of EV technology depends…
Part II: Why it’s important to be wary of “platform” and “modular” architecturesNot always bad, but acknowledge realities These concerns do not mean that modular platforms are always a bad idea; that’s…
Part I: Why it’s important to be wary of “platform” and “modular” architecturesEditor’s note: This article is particularly relevant to electric vehicles because EVs are far more architecture-sensitive than ICE vehicles. Changes…
What are the design challenges when using SPAD sensors?Single-photon avalanche diode (SPAD) sensors are emerging on the market and are being used in automotive and industrial applications requiring…
The top EV charging articles of 2025Electric vehicle (EV) charging continues to evolve in response to higher power levels, new vehicle architectures, and expanding use cases…
Study models bidirectional EV charging performance across diverse US gridsNew research from the University of Michigan, conducted in collaboration with Ford Motor Co., provides one of the most detailed,…
The top battery-related articles of 2025Electric vehicle (EV) battery development is advancing rapidly, as proven throughout 2025, pushing engineers to address challenges that span electrochemistry,…
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Patent filings extend EV battery fire safety technology globallyFull Circle Lithium Corp. has filed patent applications for its FCL-X lithium-ion battery fire extinguishing technology in an additional 50…
Samsung SDI and KGM to jointly develop cylindrical battery packs for EVsSamsung SDI announced that it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Korean automaker KG Mobility (KGM) to jointly…
How AI Is accelerating atomistic simulation for EV battery materialsElectric vehicle (EV) battery teams need not be convinced that conventional lithium‑ion is running into practical limits. What they do…
New data shows stable EV battery performance, even as fast charging increasesUpdated electric vehicle (EV) battery health data from Geotab Inc. indicates that modern EV batteries continue to perform well across…
Utah test program confirms battery-grade lithium for EV supplyIntrepid Potash, Aquatech International, and Adionics have completed demonstration-scale test work for a lithium development project at Intrepid’s Wendover, Utah…
Ultramid polyamide tested for EV coolant exposure with 100,000+ hour life projectionAs electric vehicle (EV) adoption increases, requirements for the long-term ageing resistance of plastics exposed to automotive chemicals are rising…
How do inverter switching strategies influence battery health?Editor’s note: Although the analysis references battery energy storage systems, the electrical behaviors and control strategies examined, particularly switching frequency…
Direct lithium extraction pilot targets battery-grade supplyILiAD Technologies has deployed a Direct Lithium Extraction (DLE) pilot unit at Rio Tinto’s Sal de Vida lithium brine project…
Volt Carbon receives US patent, advancing lithium-metal batteries for EVsVolt Carbon Technologies announced the issuance of a second US patent supporting its dry-separation graphite platform, along with updated technical…
Cabot signs EV battery materials supply deal with VW subsidiary, PowerCoCabot Corporation recently announced it has signed a multi-year supply agreement with PowerCo SE, a battery manufacturing subsidiary of Volkswagen…
What is the role of engineering coatings in EVs?Electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers use specialized coatings to provide electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding, environmental protection, and controlled thermal pathways across…
Solid-state EV battery module advances toward vehicle integrationProLogium Technology is co-exhibiting with FEV Group at CES 2026 in Las Vegas this week (Booth 5467), where the companies…
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New contactors support high-voltage switching in EV systems
Sensata Technologies has introduced its STEV high-voltage contactor series, designed to support the electrical and safety requirements of electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). The STEV series is intended for high-voltage switching applications where efficiency, durability, and protection are critical to overall vehicle performance. High-voltage contactors are electromechanical switches that open and…
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Patent filings extend EV battery fire safety technology globally
Full Circle Lithium Corp. has filed patent applications for its FCL-X lithium-ion battery fire extinguishing technology in an additional 50 international markets, bringing total patent coverage to 56 jurisdictions. The filings are intended to support deployment of battery fire mitigation technologies used in electric vehicle (EV) systems and related electrified applications. Lithium-ion battery safety is…
