Electric vehicles (EVs) are here to stay. Whether it be due to environmental concerns, oil supply issues, gas prices, or governmental mandates, almost every traditional car manufacturer is manufacturing either EVs or hybrid EVs (HEVs) along with the sizeable number of startups. What was perhaps a megatrend a few years ago, is mainstream automotive products today. For more … [Read more...] about Testing and Measurement Challenges for State-of-the-Art EV Powertrains [Expert View]
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Accelerating the Transition to Vehicle Electrification
Globally, governments are mandating a switch from internal combustion engine (ICE) technology to electric-drive vehicles in 100s of millions of vehicles to combat climate change. For example, on 29 June 2022, the European Union (EU) agreed to a framework to eliminate carbon emissions from new cars and vans by 2035, effectively removing the ICE option for large-scale auto … [Read more...] about Accelerating the Transition to Vehicle Electrification
Expert View: GaN Semiconductors Driving More Efficient Automotive Traction Inverters
Electric Vehicles (EVs) are continuing to grow their share of total vehicle sales as consumers, companies, and governments prioritize automotive electrification. Types of EVs include hybrid electric, plug-in hybrid electric, battery electric, and fuel cell vehicles. Today, EVs commonly use an ac permanent magnet or ac induction motor. A traction inverter is a critical … [Read more...] about Expert View: GaN Semiconductors Driving More Efficient Automotive Traction Inverters
