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Wireless charging platform supports autonomous EV fleets
Clearmind Medicine Inc. announced that Charging Robotics Ltd., its 51%-owned subsidiary, has launched an autonomous electric vehicle (EV) charging platform designed for robotaxis and automated parking facilities. The platform uses resonant inductive power transfer to deliver electricity across an air gap without physical connectors. It supports charging power of up to 10 kW, with a…
Pre-integrated AUTOSAR software simplifies automotive ECU development
Elektrobit and Microchip Technology have announced a collaboration to provide pre-integrated AUTOSAR software for automotive electronic control unit (ECU) development. The integration combines Elektrobit’s automotive software and development tools with Microchip’s microprocessor platforms to reduce the amount of configuration and integration work required by vehicle manufacturers and suppliers. The collaboration focuses on AUTOSAR, a standardized…
Patent granted for pCAM-free cathode manufacturing process
Dryve Battery Materials Inc. announced that it has received a foundational patent in the Republic of Korea for its pCAM-free dry synthesis platform for manufacturing nickel-based cathode active materials. Granted in South Korea, the patent expands the company’s existing intellectual property portfolio covering the manufacturing process. The technology eliminates the need for a separate precursor…
Researchers develop aluminum anode technology for lithium-ion batteries
Researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Engineering and Automation (IPA) and the University of Stuttgart have developed and patented a cell and electrode technology designed to improve the stability of aluminum anodes in lithium-ion batteries. The approach addresses material degradation during repeated charging and discharging, a longstanding obstacle to using aluminum as an alternative…
New brake-force sensors support electromechanical braking in EVs
Sensata Technologies has announced that its brake-force sensors are being used in electromechanical braking (EMB) systems in production electric vehicles (EVs). The sensors measure clamping force directly within the brake caliper, providing real-time feedback for closed-loop braking control at each wheel. Unlike conventional hydraulic braking systems, which use fluid pressure to actuate the brakes, EMB…
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What causes bearing currents in EV motors and how engineers prevent themAn electric vehicle (EV) traction inverter can drive unwanted current through the motor bearings. Its switching creates voltage on the…
Probing considerations for double pulse testing SiC devices and modulesEditor’s note: Silicon carbide (SiC) power devices are widely used in electric vehicle (EV) traction inverters and other high-voltage power…
Five trends shaping conductive additives in batteriesConductive additives make up a small portion of a battery electrode, yet they play a significant role in cell performance.…
How do two-level and three-level inverter topologies compare in EVs?Whenever an electric vehicle (EV) battery bus exceeds 400 V, it poses powertrain design challenges for engineers. One of the…
How does fault-tolerant control keep an EV operating after a sensor failure?The rotor in an electric vehicle (EV) traction motor delivers torque through the motor shaft to the drivetrain. A rotor-position…
How motor selection shapes system performanceElectric motor selection often starts with datasheet ratings like peak power, torque, and speed range. These values are required for…
Why e-axle fluids have become an EV engineering problemElectric vehicle (EV) drive units keep getting smaller and more integrated, and that’s changed what the fluid inside them has…
How to catch EV faults before they become failuresMost electric vehicle (EV) battery failures do not happen out of nowhere. Long before a pack trips into a protective…
How do busbar design and stray inductance affect EV power electronics?Silicon carbide (SiC) or gallium nitride (GaN) switching operations are limited by the busbar stray inductance because the inductance is…
Engineering reliable charging hubs for autonomous EV fleetsAutonomous ride-hailing fleets need somewhere to recharge between trips, and that’s often a dedicated charging hub rather than a public…
How is EV charging interoperability tested?A connector that physically fits an electric vehicle (EV) inlet does not guarantee a safe, successful charging session. Electrical or…
How to accelerate film capacitor design with simulationEditor’s note: Film capacitors are critical to electric vehicle (EV) power-electronics systems, particularly in dc-link and inverter applications, where component…
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Patent granted for pCAM-free cathode manufacturing processDryve Battery Materials Inc. announced that it has received a foundational patent in the Republic of Korea for its pCAM-free…
Researchers develop aluminum anode technology for lithium-ion batteriesResearchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Engineering and Automation (IPA) and the University of Stuttgart have developed and patented…
ProLogium and Rimac advance solid-state EV battery developmentProLogium and Rimac Technology have completed a battery pack concept mockup as part of their collaboration to develop battery systems…
Battery-swapping technology receives sustainability awardHonda‘s Mobile Power Pack e: (MPP) swappable battery system has received the Sustainability & Circular Economy Excellence Award at The…
Sakuu develops dry-printed battery cell with carbon fiber electrodesSakuu has produced a fully dry-printed lithium-ion battery cell using carbon fiber and a polymeric current collector (PCC) on its…
ABS introduces 800-V Aventor battery platformAmerican Battery Solutions (ABS) introduced its Aventor high-voltage lithium-ion battery platform at The Battery Show North America (Booth 5400). Designed…
Arkema highlighting advanced battery materials at The Battery ShowArkema is showcasing materials for electric vehicle (EV) battery manufacturing and stationary energy storage applications at The Battery Show North…
New battery architecture could extend EV battery life by over 20%Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden, working with industry partners, have investigated a reconfigurable battery architecture that could…
New battery monitoring IC integrates EIS diagnostics for EVsNuvoton Technology Corporation Japan has introduced the KA85010UA, a sixth-generation battery monitoring IC that integrates electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) for…
Three new thermal adhesives introduced for EV battery applicationsParker Hannifin‘s Performance Materials Division has introduced three new thermally conductive adhesives to its CoolTherm portfolio for electric vehicle (EV)…
Gore debuts MultiVent battery vent for EV applicationsW. L. Gore & Associates introduced its GORE Battery Vents – MultiVent Series at The Battery Show North America 2026,…
Cirba Solutions to discuss EV battery recycling at The Battery ShowCirba Solutions will participate in The Battery Show North America 2026, taking place October 12–15 at Huntington Place in Detroit,…
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New brake-force sensors support electromechanical braking in EVs
Sensata Technologies has announced that its brake-force sensors are being used in electromechanical braking (EMB) systems in production electric vehicles (EVs). The sensors measure clamping force directly within the brake caliper, providing real-time feedback for closed-loop braking control at each wheel. Unlike conventional hydraulic braking systems, which use fluid pressure to actuate the brakes, EMB…
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High-capacity battery cells enter evaluation for solar EV
HPQ Silicon Inc. and its technology partner Novacium SAS have signed a cell evaluation agreement with Aptera Motors to assess high-capacity lithium-ion battery cells for potential use in electric vehicles (EVs). Under the agreement, Aptera will conduct laboratory testing of HPQ ENDURA+ 21700 cylindrical cells incorporating Novacium’s silicon-based anode materials. The evaluation will assess the…
