Editor’s note: Following Part I’s discussion of radar evolution and its relevance to electric vehicle (EV) sensor fusion systems, this article examines LiDAR technologies and the transition from mechanical to solid-state designs. In contrast to … [Read more...]
Part I: What are the latest advances in radar and LiDAR technologies for sensor fusion?
Editor’s note: Although the sensing technologies discussed in this article apply across vehicle platforms, they're becoming foundational to electric vehicle (EV) architectures. Centralized computing, zonal electrical systems, and software-defined … [Read more...]
Part II: Understanding current sensor designs
Part 1 of this article addressed current shunts and Hall-effect sensor designs. This part discusses current transformers and new technology options, such as magnetoresistance and diamond quantum sensors. One of the significant issues in today’s … [Read more...]
Part I: How current sensing impacts EVs
The need to transition from gasoline and diesel (fossil fuels) powered vehicles to electric vehicles (EVs) to reduce carbon-dioxide levels has revealed many controversial issues. Common issues include implementation timing, required infrastructure … [Read more...]