In the ever-evolving landscape of electric vehicle (EV) technology, the pursuit of faster charging speeds and increased efficiency stands as a paramount goal. As significant improvements in EV technology continue in tandem with growing government … [Read more...]
These 500 V power inductors are AEC-Q200-qualified
Sumida is using the 2024 APEC Power Electronics Conference for the North American introduction of two new series of AEC-Q200 qualified power inductors, the DPQ3535/T150 and DPQ5050/T150. These inductors are magnetically shielded and have a … [Read more...]
PIMs now available for power conversion stages in dc fast-charging and ESS applications
Today onsemi announced the availability of nine new EliteSiC Power Integrated Modules (PIMs) enabling bidirectional charging capabilities for dc ultra-fast electric vehicle (EV) chargers and energy storage systems (ESS). The silicon carbide-based … [Read more...]
Insights into a hidden flaw could unlock better batteries for EVs
A research team comprised of Princeton, Vanderbilt, and Argonne and Oak Ridge National Labs researchers claims to have uncovered a hidden flaw behind failures in solid-state batteries. In a solid-state battery, ions move through the battery within a … [Read more...]
Battery test system boosts safety, performance of electric vehicles
A new Battery Test System (BTS) for electric vehicle (EV) testing is designed to help tier-one suppliers and automakers adapt to the complexity and scale of EV battery testing through enhanced customization, automation, and connection of data across … [Read more...]
Relays designed for higher reliability in isolated high-voltage environments
Building on more than two decades of experience developing new isolation manufacturing technologies and integrated circuits (ICs) for high-voltage systems, Texas Instruments introduced new portfolio of solid-state relays, including … [Read more...]
Even more EV batteries to be built, in this week’s R&D Power Index
The R&D World Index (RDWI) for the week ending October 22, 2021, closed at 5,391.27 for the 25 companies in the R&D World Index. The Index was down -1.19% (or -65.00 basis points) from the week ending October 15, 2021. The stock of 12 R&D … [Read more...]
Battery-management IC extends driving range, reliability, and safety of EVs
STMicroelectronics has revealed new battery-management technology that increases reliability, safety, driving range, and cost-effectiveness of electric vehicles (EVs). EVs are predicted to reach cost parity with conventional combustion-engine … [Read more...]
Onboard battery charger revs up HEV and EVs
Bel Power Solutions today announced the BCN25-700-8, a 25 kW onboard battery charger that converts 3-phase AC voltage to DC voltage. The enclosure is made of aluminum alloy and is liquid-cooled. Providing 25 kW of output power for a single unit, and … [Read more...]