InductEV has announced that a major electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer has chosen to implement low-power inductive wireless charging in the Tesla Robotaxi. This decision reflects the increasing recognition of wireless charging as a crucial technology … [Read more...]
Why is always-on connectivity critical for safe and reliable EV charging?
There are many ways to boost the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs). For starters, automobile manufacturers must build more cars. Governments and legislators should also encourage consumers to switch to EV vehicles. California has passed multiple … [Read more...]
How does the spacing between EV charging coils affect wireless power transfer?
The gap between an electric vehicle's (EV) transmitter and receiver coils during wireless power transfer (WPT) affects six parameters: Coupling coefficient Mutual inductance Alignment sensitivity Magnetic field strength Resonant … [Read more...]
What are the basic compensation topologies for wireless power transfer in EVs?
Compensation in wireless power transfer (WPT) refers to using additional circuit elements to counteract the reactive power in the charging system. Simple compensation topologies are S or P-type, while basic compensation topologies include SS, SP, PS, … [Read more...]
How wireless charging works in electric vehicles
Wireless charging allows an electric vehicle (EV) to be charged by parking it over a wireless charging pad containing an electrical coil that generates an alternating electromagnetic field when an electric current flows through it. The EV is equipped … [Read more...]
Application-ready IIoT gateway ideal for EV charging
ADLINK Technology Inc., a global provider in edge computing, has launched the EMU-200 series, an application-ready IIoT gateway that can easily meet the data network requirements of various harsh application scenarios -- including for electric … [Read more...]
How can Wi-Fi 802.11n be used for wireless EV charging?
Proper alignment of an electric vehicle (EV) over a charging pad has been considered essential to efficiently wireless charge the vehicle. However, wireless communication between the EV and the charging station is equally vital for proper charging. … [Read more...]
ATE system tests wireless battery-management systems
Analog Devices, Inc. (ADI) and Rohde & Schwarz are helping the automotive industry to adopt wireless battery management system (wBMS) technology which brings technical, environmental, and cost advantages compared with wired battery management … [Read more...]
How do Level 3 and wireless charging standards help reduce EV range anxiety?
Level 3, dc fast charging, is expected to help reduce range anxiety by speeding the EV charging process. However, fast dc chargers are expensive and can be challenging to connect to the grid, which is expected to slow their widespread use. On the … [Read more...]