Automotive manufacturers rely on thermal interface materials (TIMs) to prevent overheating in electric vehicle (EV) batteries. TIMs improve thermal regulation across traction packs by optimizing heat transfer between key components and supporting … [Read more...]
How evolving demands are driving innovations in EV battery safety and materials
Requirements for electric vehicles (EVs) are continually evolving. With consumer expectations for longer ranges and shorter charging times increasing, it’s no wonder that battery developers are focusing on higher battery capacities (kWh), higher … [Read more...]
How large EV battery packs can be safely recycled without disassembly
As more electric trucks, SUVs, and sports cars are introduced to the market, the size and quantity of battery packs required to power them grow. To achieve a power output of 170 to 215 kWh, battery packs typically contain over 1,000 individual … [Read more...]
What factors impact electric vehicle system design?
As mobile vehicle manufacturers begin to develop electrified versions of their product offering, they face one critical challenge: balancing range with battery costs. This article focuses on the design considerations of the systems that use the … [Read more...]
How to safely detect minute physical Li-ion battery flaws
For professional electronics design engineers and developers, assuring lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery safety, reliability, and performance is critical. This means battery manufacturers must detect various physical flaws during production. Failure to … [Read more...]
What are the key safety challenges in EV manufacturing?
The electric vehicle (EV) market is expected to achieve record numbers this year and for the foreseeable future. EV sales account for 8.9% of total auto sales, the highest percentage ever, and a full 1.1% year-over-year increase. Industry analysts … [Read more...]
How multiphysics simulation is advancing electric motor design
Electric motors play a vital role in the electrification of transportation systems. Along with enabling the operation of vehicles, these motors work as generators during regenerative braking. Electric motors with high power density and efficiency … [Read more...]
What testing essentials are critical to safe and effective battery designs?
Societal changes take time and effort, typically with unexpected challenges along the way. Transforming society’s dependence on internal combustion engines (ICE) to an electrified future will require substantial investments in new battery … [Read more...]
How to attain low-frequency noise shielding in electric vehicles?
The electrification of vehicles is transforming the automotive industry and bringing significant advancements and challenges. Among the most pressing challenges is the management of electromagnetic noise, particularly in the low-frequency band. As … [Read more...]
How usage-based billing and charging-as-a-service are transforming EV fleet management
As transportation companies face increasing pressure to meet sustainability goals, transitioning from diesel and gas-powered fleets to electric vehicles (EVs) is becoming more critical. However, this shift presents significant financial challenges. … [Read more...]
Why surge protection matters for EV charging infrastructure
Electrical transients, often called surges, are short-duration, microsecond events. Surges are a risk to any electrical equipment, and electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure is no exception. Such events can interrupt, delay, or corrupt signal … [Read more...]
Using EVs to drive decarbonization: It’s not just about the vehicles
As the world becomes more sustainable and electrified, companies and individuals seek ways to reduce their environmental impact. One critical approach is the use of electric vehicles (EVs). EV technology has improved drastically over the last decade, … [Read more...]
How to choose thermal management fluid for an EV
At some point, you’ve probably been told, “Water and electricity don’t mix.” While this is a wise rule to follow in general, it does not tell the complete story. Pure water is, in fact, an excellent insulator of electricity. However, pure … [Read more...]
How to ensure greater safety and efficiency when building EV battery facilities
As automakers transition to electric vehicles (EVs), the demand for facilities that manufacture advanced batteries and related components is skyrocketing. However, these gigafactories come with challenges, including how to ensure safety and … [Read more...]
How is “cell-to-pack” revolutionizing EV battery pack designs?
The electric vehicle (EV) sector is evolving, with manufacturers continuously innovating battery designs to bolster energy density for extended range, optimize space, and reduce battery cost -- which accounts for about 30% of total vehicle costs. … [Read more...]
How fluid interfaces and fastening solutions are improving EV thermal management
As the automotive industry continues to evolve and electric vehicles (EVs) become more mainstream, innovations are affecting all vehicle components, including the fasteners and assembly systems used. One such system is thermal management, a … [Read more...]