Monitoring and controlling temperature, voltage, current, and electromagnetic interference (EMI) help ensure the efficiency and safety of key electric vehicle (EV) components. This article explores how embedded EV sensors accurately measure … [Read more...]
Part II: What mechanical tests ensure EV battery safety and reliability?
Batteries undergo extensive testing before they are installed in electric vehicles (EVs). This article examines the various types of battery tests that ensure EV batteries remain safe and function reliably for years. It covers mechanical testing, … [Read more...]
Part I: What are the different types of tests performed on EV batteries?
Battery testing for electric vehicles (EVs) has evolved from simple charging and discharging tests to advanced systems that simulate how EVs drive on roads. Recent testing equipment monitors important electrical values, such as state-of-charge (SOC), … [Read more...]
Part II: Why outdoor charging demands specialized battery connectors
Lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries are becoming a preferred power source for off-highway and ground support equipment as industries push toward cleaner, more efficient operations. Part I of this series examined the broader shift away from internal … [Read more...]
Part I: How Li-ion batteries are powering the shift in off-highway equipment
As the material handling and ground support equipment sectors embrace lithium-ion batteries and outdoor charging infrastructure, they need battery connectors designed with innovative sealing and thermal management solutions in mind. This is Part I of … [Read more...]
Q&A: How dry electrode processing is changing the game for EV batteries
As electric vehicle (EV) battery manufacturers seek to scale production while improving efficiency and sustainability, attention has turned to dry electrode processing. One significant advantage: it's a solvent-free alternative to conventional … [Read more...]
What is cell balancing in a BMS and why is it important?
Cell balancing refers to the process of equalizing the charge across all cells in an electric vehicle (EV) battery pack, ensuring each cell charges and discharges at the same rate. The process is beneficial in a battery management system (BMS) to … [Read more...]
How electrolyte additives can extend the lifespan of EV batteries
Electrolyte additives can help extend the life of electric vehicle (EV) batteries by stabilizing the electrode-electrolyte interfaces and mitigating the adverse side reactions that cause battery degradation over time. This article focuses on how … [Read more...]
What role do thermal interface materials (TIMs) play in EV battery systems?
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...]
Why is the second-life battery market lagging in the US?
The global push for electrification is driving an unprecedented production of lithium-ion batteries. However, due to various factors, including overproduction and canceled projects, approximately 10 to 15% of new batteries remain unused in their … [Read more...]
Q&A: Can the US close the EV battery gap with smarter manufacturing?
The global electric vehicle (EV) battery race is intensifying, and the ability to scale next-generation manufacturing technologies is becoming a key differentiator in cost, performance, and energy efficiency. While conventional methods still dominate … [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...]
Q&A: How AI is altering EV batteries and fast-charging tech
Electric vehicle (EV) battery performance, fast charging, and safety require continuous innovation to meet industry demands. One of the key technologies enhancing these areas is artificial intelligence (AI) — leveraging machine learning (ML) … [Read more...]
Q&A: What is the role of AI in EV battery management systems?
The increasing adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) has made battery management systems (BMS) more critical than ever. These systems monitor, protect, and optimize battery packs, ensuring safety, longevity, and efficiency. However, as EV batteries … [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...]
How could advances in solid-state batteries impact EV charging designs and requirements?
Batteries are a key element in electric vehicles (EVs), and there has been a lot of development in solid-state and other EV battery chemistry. This FAQ will highlight the promising materials that align with solid-state and other EV batteries, making … [Read more...]