Electric vehicles (EVs) come in various horsepower ranges, and every EV model released is meant to satisfy a particular application. The applications can start from basic utility to sports utility or medium-duty applications. As such, the motor … [Read more...]
Reimagining EV design with AI-enhanced EDA tools
Artificial intelligence (AI)-driven chatbots, tools, and techniques are being deployed across various stages of electric vehicle (EV) design and simulation to support validation and manufacturing. AI can be used as an assistant to increase the … [Read more...]
How to safely secure the software-defined EV
As electric vehicles (EVs) become software-defined and cloud-connected, they introduce powerful new capabilities and a far broader attack surface. Over-the-air (OTA) updates, vehicle-to-everything (V2X) communication, and intelligent charging … [Read more...]
Why and how EV makers are racing to get cobalt out of their batteries?
Addressing the reliance on cobalt is a central aspect of the ongoing development of lithium-ion batteries for the electric vehicle (EV) market. The cathode is a key battery component that determines energy density, cost, and safety. Nickel-rich … [Read more...]
Why EV engineers are turning to liquid-cooled charging systems
Electric-vehicle (EV) connectors and charging cables must safely handle increasingly high currents and power levels. Conventional air-cooled cables and connectors begin to reach practical limits around 250 A continuous, with some designs capable of … [Read more...]
How electropolishing enhances EV component reliability
Electropolishing, sometimes described as reverse electroplating, is an electrochemical process that removes a controlled layer of surface material to eliminate defects and improve the finish of metal parts. Using an electrolyte bath and a dc current, … [Read more...]
Part II: How engineers are optimizing dc fast-charging systems for interoperability and V2G
In Part I of this interview, Mike Calise, CEO of Tellus Power, discussed how engineers ensure grid stability, system safety, and reliability in high-power dc charging networks. In this second installment, the conversation turns to the … [Read more...]
Part I: How engineers design safe and grid-reliable dc fast-charging networks
High-power dc fast charging is transforming how electric vehicles (EVs) interact with the grid. As site power levels climb from 150 to 350 kW and beyond, engineers are faced with new challenges. These include maintaining grid stability, managing … [Read more...]
More highlights from The Battery Show 2025
If The Battery Show 2025 demonstrated anything, it’s that the future of electrification depends as much on systems engineering as it does on chemistry. This year’s exhibits highlighted progress in battery technologies, along with integration across … [Read more...]
Scaling Electrification: Why heavy-duty EVs are a different engineering challenge
Electrification is advancing rapidly across transportation, but scaling what works in passenger cars for trucks, buses, and off-road vehicles is far too simplistic for the complex demands of heavy-duty platforms. These platforms introduce weight, … [Read more...]
Designing EV powertrains for high voltage and ultra-fast charging
Electric vehicle (EV) powertrains comprise the components that convert stored electrical energy into mechanical motion. These systems span the inverter, electric motor, single-speed gear reduction, and control electronics. Powertrains also integrate … [Read more...]
Award-winning binder paves the way to longer-lasting EV batteries
The Nano and Advanced Materials Institute (NAMI), a research center focused on advanced functional materials, was recently honored with a 2025 R&D 100 Award for its breakthrough Multiflex-NR9 binder. This innovative PVDF (polyvinylidene … [Read more...]
Rethinking interconnect designs to meet EV demands
The rapid evolution of electric vehicle (EV) architectures is creating new challenges for power interconnects, particularly busbars. One of the most significant trends in e-mobility is the push toward higher power density, which necessitates more … [Read more...]
Q&A: What it takes to build reliable and secure EVSE networks
Electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure is one of the most critical enablers for mass EV adoption. Reliable, secure, and efficient charging networks determine not only driver confidence but also the long-term sustainability of large-scale … [Read more...]
Why software is replacing hardware in EVs
Historically, vehicles were built around electronic control units (ECUs), small computers dedicated to specific functions such as braking, steering, infotainment, or climate control. Each ECU was tied to custom hardware, meaning adding a new feature … [Read more...]
How are V2X and V2E reshaping EV power architecture?
Electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming mobile power stations capable of energizing everything from camping equipment to entire buildings. Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) technologies, including Vehicle-to-Equipment (V2E) applications, are changing how … [Read more...]