The Spring 2021 sessions list for the Charged Virtual Conference on EV Engineering is out now. Just like the content Charged brings you every day, conference topics will span the entire EV engineering supply chain and ecosystem including motor and power electronics design and manufacturing, cell development, battery systems, testing, powertrains, thermal management, circuit protection,… Read more »
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Measuring technology provides the key for series production in e-mobility
Sponsored by Zeiss Volkswagen and ZEISS are working together to solve challenges The Volkswagen components plant in Salzgitter manufactures important components for the APP 310, an electric drive which will make electromobility accessible to a wide range of customers starting this year. The drive’s innovative hairpin stator concept presented entirely new challenges for quality assurance…. Read more »
Challenges and benefits of moving from silicon to GaN in EV power electronics: WEBINAR
As vehicle electrification increases, so does the requirement of power semiconductors to provide highly efficient power conversion at increasingly higher switching frequency. A move from traditional Si to WBG, in particular Power GaN FETs, coupled with Cu clip-bonded package technology instead of traditional wire bonded D2 and TO packages can address the demands of electrification… Read more »
Gate driver module conveniently meets the needs of challenging power systems (whitepaper)
Sponsored by Silicon Labs Designing high-voltage power conversion systems today is both more challenging and more convenient than it has been in the past. More challenging because the demands of efficiency and power density require the use of the most bleeding-edge technologies available. More convenient because those advanced technologies, necessary to put into service, often… Read more »
An innovative testing solution to improve the efficiency of EV batteries/EVSE
Sponsored by ITECH Electronics In the new era of e-mobility, an electrification ecosystem is being gradually established. Engineers meet the challenges every day in the research of various new technologies and verification of different electric devices. How do you make the design more feasible, reliable, and safer? ITECH provides you with innovative test and measurement… Read more »
Laser applications for structural components of EV battery pack (whitepaper)
Sponsored by TRUMPF This whitepaper provides guidelines to select laser welding and cleaning equipment, as well as process control, in the context of battery box manufacturing for battery electric vehicles (BEV) in mass production. The battery box, as an integral part of the chassis of a BEV, not only protects the battery and BMS, but… Read more »
Capitalize on the value of EV modules with a scalable grading solution
Sponsored by Ametek Growth in adoption of electric vehicles brings new opportunities and challenges. This is dynamic, especially in today’s climate. There are, however, some certainties: Consumers worldwide will continue to seek greener options in alignment with emerging policies. The battery pack represents a large portion of the cost associated with the EV and its… Read more »
Measuring vehicle energy and power distribution for components, systems, and certification (whitepaper)
Sponsored by HBK Understanding how vehicles use and distribute energy is crucial for electric vehicle development and certification. Electrical powertrain, including motors and inverters, heating, air conditioning, infotainment, and other sub systems all consume energy that is being supplied by the battery pack. Any energy usage or inefficiency can result in a shorter range of… Read more »
An ENERGY STAR charger specification program update
The EPA’s ENERGY STAR label is one of the most widely known consumer symbols in the US. ENERGY STAR-certified products have helped consumers save an estimated $246 billion in energy costs since 1992, when the program began. In 2018, the ENERGY STAR program added EV chargers to the list of products that can earn its… Read more »
Common mistakes EV battery manufacturers make that cost time and money
Sponsored by Nordson Sealant Equipment Nordson Sealant Equipment is in Wixom, MI, USA and specializes in automated sealing and dispensing for 1-part and 2-part materials used in electric vehicle battery cell manufacturing. Nordson designs and manufacturers meters and valves to precisely dispense sealant and adhesives materials. We proudly partner with most of the top 10… Read more »
