Littelfuse, Inc. announced the launch of its new Pxxx0S3N-A Automotive Grade 3kA SIDACtor Protection Thyristor Series in DO-214AB (SMC) package. This innovative product is designed to provide robust and reliable high-surge current protection for … [Read more...]
Compact EV inverter uses design based on diamonds
Diamond Foundry Inc. announced that it has created an electric car inverter leveraging its diamond wafer technology to enable more efficient electric cars. The power electronics unit is six times smaller than that of a Tesla 3 while delivering … [Read more...]
EV development platform base model and tools revamped
The Base model of the EVDP built-in Mathworks Simulink & Stateflow is the starting point for electric vehicle supervisors for common control strategies for EV applications such as core startup/shutdown, drive mode, charging, torque request, … [Read more...]
EV test and quality provider chosen to accelerate delivery of fast, reliable charging stations
Averna announced a key collaboration with FLO. FLO is a leading North American electric vehicle (EV) charging company and a smart charging solutions provider. They are developing advanced solutions to improve the EV charging … [Read more...]
Acquisition promises strengthening of charging tech and e-mobility growth
Year-round comfortable warmth in an off-roader – in collaboration with Ineos Automotive, Webasto has developed two customized retrofit parking-heater solutions for the robust and versatile Grenadier. The installations are available for the gasoline … [Read more...]
KOSTAL Group acquires European EV charging technology company
The KOSTAL Group has successfully completed the acquisition of the entire operating business of the Compleo Group. As a result, Compleo, one of the leading full-service providers of electric vehicle charging technology in Europe, is now part of the … [Read more...]
How do liquid metal batteries fit in EV and BESS designs?
Liquid metal batteries are being developed primarily for battery energy storage system (BESS) systems but may find future applications in electric vehicles (EVs) and wearables and portable devices. The first commercial BESS using a liquid metal … [Read more...]
Researchers develop technology to protect EVs from chip ‘noise’
University of Texas at Dallas researchers have developed a first-of-its-kind technology to detect and reduce “noise” from electromagnetic interference (EMI) in electric vehicles. Such interference can cause malfunctions, such as providing incorrect … [Read more...]
Smallest automotive capacitors fit closer to active components
Murata has extended their lead in the manufacture of multi-layer ceramic capacitors for automotive applications with the release of their LLC series. The components feature a reversed termination for low ESL and are in a world-first 0.18mm profile … [Read more...]
AC-DC power modules for EV charger installations deliver 20 W to 150 W
Daburn Electronics introduces its PFEV Series of AC-DC power modules for electric vehicle (EV) charger installations. The series comes in versions delivering 20 to 150 watts of power — the most comprehensive choice of wattages available — and meets … [Read more...]
What types of electric vehicles are available?
Electric vehicles (EVs) are the future of the automotive industry, but they're nothing new. The first electric cars were introduced in the 1880s. Eventually, EV technology was replaced by what became more affordable gasoline-powered cars and the … [Read more...]
4 kW liquid-cooled dc-dc converter creates DC voltages in hybrid and EVs
Bel Fuse Inc. announced the release of the Bel Power Solutions 700DNG40-24-8, the second generation 4 kW liquid-cooled dc-dc converter. The unit creates DC voltages in hybrid and electric vehicles suitable to power low-voltage accessories, replacing … [Read more...]
What battery chemistries are used in electric vehicles?
Despite a higher price tag initially, electric vehicles (EVs) tend to offer significant savings over time. The environmental benefits aside, which are noteworthy, EVs typically cost half as much to maintain and repair as gas-powered vehicles — and … [Read more...]
Reliable real-time control in automotive HVAC compressor applications for HEVs and EVs
After a decade of rapid growth, global hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) and electric vehicle (EV) market sales increased a record 43 percent in 2020 over 2019. This much-anticipated global HEV and EV market surge occurs because of region-led initiatives … [Read more...]
What role do battery management systems play in EVs?
To achieve the maximum driving range and efficiency, electric vehicles (EVs) have high voltage (up to 900 Vdc) and high energy density (up to 250 Wh/kg) battery packs. Battery management systems (BMS) are needed to ensure optimal operation and reduce … [Read more...]
What is thermal runaway and why does it matter for EVs?
Thermal runaway (TR) refers to a condition where Li-ion cells enter an uncontrollable self-heating state during which their temperature rises rapidly to as much as 900 °C. Applications like EVs require high levels of power and energy density from the … [Read more...]
TVS components provide circuit protection for EVs and HEVs
Inelco Hunter has announced the availability of two new ProTek Devices TVS Components. They are designed for circuit protection across a variety of electric and hybrid vehicle systems including charging systems and automotive electronic control units … [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...]