Technologies becoming mainstream in the automotive industry are also finding their way into the off-highway sector, especially mining vehicles. IDTechEx's market research report, Electric Vehicles in Mining 2024-2044: Technologies, Players, and … [Read more...]
The role of printed electronics in automotive applications
Electrification, autonomy, and vehicle ownership saturation are causing a technological revolution in the automotive sector. These automotive meta-trends are driving drastic changes in electronic component requirements and present a high-volume … [Read more...]
Thermal material trends driven by SiC adoption in EV power electronics
The move toward 800V and above in electric vehicles (EVs) is already well underway, spearheaded by numerous automotive OEMs such as GM, Hyundai, VW, and Lucid Motors. These platforms enhance efficiency by minimizing joule losses and allowing for the … [Read more...]
Safer EVs: Exploring batteries and fire-protection materials
Recalls of electric vehicles (EVs), although rare, have happened over the past few years due to risks relating to thermal runaway. As might be expected, some of these fires have occurred during crashes or fast charging. Somewhat unexpectedly, it has … [Read more...]
Rare earths: What’s driving the demand for copper in EV motors
Electric motors are a core component of electrification in the automotive market. The market has heavily relied on rare earths for the permanent magnets used in these motors, but, as many will be aware, there is a drive to eliminate these rare earths … [Read more...]
Aerogel manufacturing scaling to meet EV demand, reports IDTechEx
Historically, the aerogel market has experienced slow and steady growth. With the newly found demand for thermal insulation and fire protection in electric vehicle (EV) batteries, aerogel manufacturers are making big plans and investments in order to … [Read more...]