In a recent interview with Charged, Matt Reynolds from TDK provided a detailed look into the role and design of high-voltage DC contactors used in electric vehicles. These vital safety devices manage the connection and disconnection between the battery and other high-voltage systems like the inverter or charging port. Most EVs use at least four… Read more…
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Flint Engineering launches new heat pipe technology
UK-based technology startup Flint Engineering has unveiled IsoMat, which aims to reinvent traditional heat pipe technology through a flat aluminum sheet design, featuring an internal network of sealed channels. When exposed to temperature differentials, the liquid within the channels undergoes a rapid cycle of evaporation and condensation, resulting in near-instantaneous heat transfer across the entire… Read more…
Flint Engineering launches new heat pipe technology
UK-based technology startup Flint Engineering has unveiled IsoMat, which aims to reinvent traditional heat pipe technology through a flat aluminum sheet design, featuring an internal network of sealed channels. When exposed to temperature differentials, the liquid within the channels undergoes a rapid cycle of evaporation and condensation, resulting in near-instantaneous heat transfer across the entire… Read more…
Henkel launches silicone-free gel to protect ADAS components from thermal degradation
German chemical company Henkel has launched its Bergquist Liqui Form TLF 6500 CGel-SF to deliver heat dissipation for autonomous driving systems. By delivering a higher level of conductivity, the thermal curable gel is designed to prevent performance degradation and protect the sensitive ADAS domain controllers that enable real-time vehicle decision-making from heat degradation and damage…. Read more…
KD Group acquires EV charging and energy management firm Etrel
Slovenia-headquartered Etrel, a provider of EV charging stations and charging management software, has announced its acquisition by KD Group, a Slovenia-based financial and investment management company. The transaction marks the end of the liquidation process initiated for Landis+Gyr EV Solutions. According to Etrel, its service operations will remain unchanged during the transition. Etrel has a… Read more…
Aqua Metals produces cathode active material from recycled nickel
US lithium-ion battery recycling firm Aqua Metals has produced cathode active material (CAM) from domestically sourced, recycled nickel. Aqua Metals recovered high-purity nickel from spent lithium-ion batteries and battery manufacturing scrap using its AquaRefining process. The company refined the recycled nickel into battery-grade nickel nitrate. One of its manufacturing partners then used a low-carbon, waste-reducing… Read more…
Toyota says its new hydrogen fuel cell system has durability designed for commercial vehicles
Toyota has unveiled its third-generation fuel cell system, known as the 3rd Gen FC System, “part of its continued efforts toward the realization of a hydrogen society.” Toyota said that its new generation of hydrogen fuel cell systems is smaller and lighter than its previous line. It is also twice as durable. “The all-new 3rd… Read more…
Orange EV introduces 7.5 year, 30,000-hour warranty for its electric terminal trucks
Orange EV, a manufacturer of Class-8 electric terminal trucks, has introduced a new 7.5-year, 30,000-hour warranty. The expanded warranty not only covers the truck’s battery, but also the powertrain, motors, controllers, wire harnesses, cables and key electric components. “Delivering the highest-quality terminal trucks has always been our priority,” said Kurt Neutgens, President and CTO of… Read more…
Giyani ramps up to produce battery-grade manganese at demonstration plant in South Africa
Giyani Metals, developer of the K.Hill Battery-Grade Manganese Project in Botswana, has started production at its demonstration plant in Johannesburg, South Africa. The company has developed a hydrometallurgical process to produce battery-grade manganese (HPMSM), a lithium-ion battery cathode precursor material. The production ramp-up has commenced and the plant is working towards initial production of battery-grade… Read more…
SK Enmove obtains international certification for new EV refrigerant
SK Enmove, a lubricant supplier for the automotive industry, has developed a next-generation refrigerant for vehicles to improve heating and cooling efficiency. Two of its products have received an R-Number, an international refrigerant certification, from the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE). They are also expected to meet the European Union’s expected… Read more…
Amprius ships new 6.3 Ah silicon anode cell to light electric vehicle company
Amprius Technologies, a manufacturer of lithium-ion batteries that use silicon anode technology, has shipped its new 6.3 Ah SiCore cell to an unnamed customer that is in the light electric vehicle segment, a member of the Fortune 500 list. The battery is intended for applications that require more efficient energy storage solutions, the company said,… Read more…
Yanmar’s vision for electric construction equipment includes self-propelled moible charger
The future, according to Yanmar, is smart electrification, and that includes getting power to where it is needed. If an off-highway electric vehicle cannot go off-site to be charged because the operator cannot afford any downtime, Yanmar will send a charger to the OHEV. Yanmar, a Japanese engine and heavy machinery manufacturer, has released its… Read more…
Vesco Clean Energy launches to service EV charging stations and provide battery managment
Vesco Clean Energy, a sister company of Vesco Oil, has launched to supply battery management services for companies across the US as well as EV charging systems in the Midwest. As part of the launch, the new company has opened a facility for battery management in Grand Rapids. Michigan. The site is focused on battery sorting,… Read more…
Tomorrow’s webinar: an integrated approach to electric motor design
Accelerating innovation from initial requirements setting to performance validation To develop high-performance, efficient, and cost-effective electric motors, engineers must navigate a series of challenges. A key hurdle is optimizing these motors to integrate seamlessly into electric drive systems. This task requires a deep understanding of the complex interplay of electromagnetic, thermal, structural, and vibro-acoustic performance…. Read more…
The advantages of renting test and measurement equipment
Sponsored by ATEC. EV system engineers rely heavily on test equipment as much as on their own expertise, which is why equipment reliability and quality are essential. Rigorous procedures must be followed from equipment selection to calibration, maintenance, and final delivery, ensuring both performance and reliability. To learn more about the advantages of renting test and measurement… Read more…
Proventia debuts new Energy LFP-based battery packs for heavy machinery
Proventia, a supplier of emission control systems, thermal insulation components and batteries, has introduced its new Proventia Energy LFP-based battery pack. Lithium iron phosphate (LFP) technology is a good option for heavy machinery due to its cost efficiency and long lifespan, the company said. The high-energy, high-voltage battery systems are suitable for continuous operation over… Read more…
Eleven companies join project to demonstrate optimized battery production for EVs
Eleven companies will jointly present their battery cell production project, demonstrating a model production process to scale and optimize robot-assisted production of EV battery cells and packs. Bosch Rexroth, DBR77, EDAG, FANUC, Fraunhofer FFB, IBG, KEYENCE, Lenze, Mybotshop, SCHUNK and Vision Lasertechnik will show how different technologies interact to make production processes scalable and increase… Read more…
Kempower’s new Flex Satellite public EV charging station features CCS and NACS connectors
EV charging solution provider Kempower has launched a new EVSE product that it calls a “cutting-edge fast-charging experience.” The Kempower Flex Satellite is designed for public charging applications, and offers both CCS and NACS connectors. It works in conjunction with the Kempower Power Unit, which provides DC power to a number of satellite units. The… Read more…
SK On and Nissan announce North American EV battery production supply agreement
SK On and Nissan announce North American EV battery production supply agreement Global battery manufacturer SK On and Nissan have announced a new battery supply agreement that will support Nissan’s EV production in North America. Under the agreement, SK On will supply nearly 100 GWh of high-nickel batteries to Nissan from 2028 to 2033. These… Read more…
Yamaha previews electric golf carts with new in-house-developed LFP battery technology
Yamaha Motor has announced the debut of two new five-seat golf cart models that utilize new lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries that it has developed and begun manufacturing. Two variants are available, the electromagnetically-guided G30Es and the manually-operated G31Eps. Both models are 144.5” in length, 49.5” in width, 73” in height and have an 84.25”… Read more…
