The Impact of EVs on the Electric Grid

Published by Harsha Korde, EE Power – News: The Impact of EVs on the Electric Grid, May 14, 2022 With gas prices rising, electric vehicles are becoming more popular, but transportation decarbonization remains a major issue. With gasoline prices rising and the effects of climate change increasingly acute, transportation electrification is gaining steam in countries throughoutContinue reading “The Impact of EVs on the Electric Grid”

Reliability of Open Public Electric Vehicle Direct Current Fast Chargers

Published David Rempel1, Carleen Cullen1,2, Mary Matteson Bryan1, Gustavo Vianna Cezar3, 1Department of Bioengineering, University of California, Berkeley, CA, USA2Cool the Earth, Kentfield, CA, USA3SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory, GISMo Group, CA, USA Abstract. In order to achieve a rapid transition to electric vehicle driving, a highly reliable and easy to use charging infrastructure is criticalContinue reading “Reliability of Open Public Electric Vehicle Direct Current Fast Chargers”

Solving Electric Vehicle Development Challenges

Published by Mark Patrick, EE Power – Technical Articles: Solving Electric Vehicle Development Challenges, July 14, 2022. A potentially viable approach to solving the development challenges associated with electric vehicles to save both weight and cost. The growth in EV adoption is a clear and obvious trend, confirmed in several recent industry reports. While the pandemicContinue reading “Solving Electric Vehicle Development Challenges”

Factors Affecting the Formation of Damage to Electronic Components and Systems in Electric Vehicles, and Actions to Reduce their Significance

Published by Andrzej ERD1, Józef STOKLOSA2, University of Technology and Humanities In Radom(1),University of Economics and Innovation in Lublin(2) Abstract. The purpose of the publication is to indicate activities aimed at improving the reliability of electric vehicles. The starting point is the analysis of the most common failures of both assemblies and their components. OnContinue reading “Factors Affecting the Formation of Damage to Electronic Components and Systems in Electric Vehicles, and Actions to Reduce their Significance”

A Review of Techniques for Optimal Placement and Sizing of Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

Published by Md. Mainul ISLAM1, Hussain SHAREEF2, Azah MOHAMED1 Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (1), TNB Research Sdn. Bhd (2) Abstract. Fossil fuel depletion and greenhouse gas emission from the burning of fossil fuels motivates policymakers to find an alternative road transport system. Electric vehicles (EVs) are considered as one of the best solutions in road transportationContinue reading “A Review of Techniques for Optimal Placement and Sizing of Electric Vehicle Charging Stations”

Chargers for Electric Cars with V2G (Vehicle to Grid) Technology – Connection Principles for the Distribution Network

Published by Joanna BARANIAK, Jacek STARZYŃSKI Warsaw University of Technology, Institute of Theory of Electrical Engineering, Measurement and Information Systems Abstract. Electric vehicles will be an integral part of the smart grid in the future. The chargers that come with the V2G (vehicle to grid) service provide bidirectional electrical energy flow between the cars andContinue reading “Chargers for Electric Cars with V2G (Vehicle to Grid) Technology – Connection Principles for the Distribution Network”

Cars with Electric Drive and External Costs of Road Transport

Published by Wojciech GIS1, Zdzisław KORDEL2, Maciej MENES1,Motor Transport Institute (1), The University of Gdańsk (2) Abstract. The paper describes external environmental costs of road transport. Article presents also an assessment of the so-called reduction. “Marginal costs” such as the cost of fuel emissions, noise and greenhouse gas emissions, by the introduction into service, inContinue reading “Cars with Electric Drive and External Costs of Road Transport”

PV to PEV Power Transfer for Standalone Solar Power System

Published by Burak AKIN, Yıldız Technical University Abstract. In this paper, efficient PV to PEV’s li–ion battery power transfer is investigated. Dual-interleaved boost topology is applied to the PV to PEV direct power transfer system as DC-DC converter. Proposed dual interleaved boost topology is reached 97 % total efficiency with inversely coupled input boost inductances.Continue reading “PV to PEV Power Transfer for Standalone Solar Power System”

Electric Vehicle Fire Extinguishing System

Published by Andrzej ŁEBKOWSKI, Gdynia Maritime University, Department of Ship Automation Abstract. The paper presents the construction and properties of an electric vehicle fire extinguishing system. Parameters of several electric vehicles are presented, focusing on used traction battery types and system voltages. Various dangers that are possibly present during operation of an electric vehicle areContinue reading “Electric Vehicle Fire Extinguishing System”

Electric Vehicles in Mining for the Aspect of Operational Safety

Published by Wiktoria GRYCAN, Wroclaw University of Science and TechnologyORCID: 0000-0001-8121-7612 Abstract. Battery electric vehicles are becoming an opportunity for sustainable development in mining. There are several advantages of electric vehicles in mining, primarily related to improving the safety of miners’ working conditions. It is significant for mining workers that electric vehicles are not aContinue reading “Electric Vehicles in Mining for the Aspect of Operational Safety”