Electric vehicles

The Future Propulsion Conference (FPC2024) is a two-day UK event created to bring together industry and academic experts within the propulsion development field. This premium article will focus on the information IDTechEx learned from exhibitors about electric motors and power electronics for electric vehicles (EV).

Copper is a critical material in the manufacturing of all vehicles, regardless of whether they are powered by gas, diesel, electricity, hydrogen, or even liquid natural gas (LNG). The demand for copper from the automotive industry was just over 3MT (1MT = 1 billion kilograms) in 2023 but is set to increase to 5MT in 2034.

Global efforts to decarbonize medium- and heavy-duty (MHD) freight vehicles are crucial for reducing transportation-related greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. These vehicles, pivotal to economies worldwide, emit significant GHGs and criteria pollutants, often impacting vulnerable communities.

Forecasts from the IDTechEx Research report "Electric Vehicles in Mining 2024-2044: Technologies, Players, and Forecasts"

Total Emission Solution Korea (TESK) provide high pressure pipe systems for fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEV). IDTechEx spoke with Jinyoung Choi (Director).

GeoPura is a UK-based supplier of distributed hydrogen fuel cell generators for off-grid power. Its key product, the HPU (Hydrogen Power Unit), has a variety of applications, including EV (electric vehicle) charging. IDTechEx spoke with CEO Andrew Cunningham to find out about fuel cell based power generation and EV charging.

With the shift towards electric vehicles, end-users are becoming less concerned about traditional differentiators like engine horsepower and are placing greater emphasis on smart interior functions. This trend is compelling automotive OEMs to invest more efforts in enhancing interior features, thereby adding greater value to their products and distinguishing them from other vehicles.

LeydenJar Technologies are a Dutch company looking to commercialise their silicon anode technology.

This premium article discusses cell chemistry, solid-state, and sodium-ion impact on fire protection.

In this premium article, IDTechEx looks at the adoption of power electronics in electric vehicles (EV) through the introduction and progression of SiC, a wide bandgap semiconductor.

Electric vehicle (EV) fire safety continues to be a critical topic. Data continues to support the fact that EVs are less likely to catch fire than internal combustion engine vehicles. However, as a new technology, EVs get more press, and besides, even a very low occurrence rate still poses significant risks to vehicle occupants and surroundings.

Thursday 22 February 2024 - Discuss the key components of a PEM fuel cell, including their purpose, form factor, and possible material choices; Highlight innovations in alternative materials and manufacturing processes with respect to the incumbents and the impact of proposed regulations; Outline key technology trends for materials, including the driving forces behind these trends; Overview of the PEM fuel cell market within the context of the broader fuel cell electric vehicle market

Storedot are an Israeli company developing Li-ion cell technologies focussed on the use of high silicon content anodes.

Alakai, based in Boston, MA, US was founded in 2017, initially serving the flight recorder market. The company pivoted to vehicle development and operated in stealth until November 2022. The company is developing a five-seater, fixed rotor hydrogen powered electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft (named Skai) and is currently in the FAA certification process.

Thursday 29 February 2024 - An overview of the need for fire protection materials; Thermal management strategies and cell-to-pack battery structure; Options and examples for fire protection materials in OEMs; The impact of sodium-ion and solid state batteries on EV safety and material needs; Fire protection material benchmarking; Market share predictions

IDTechEx's new report, "Future Automotive Technologies 2024-2034: Applications, Megatrends, Forecasts", highlights the biggest changes coming to cars over the next ten years. Electrification will change what powers cars, and automation will change how they are driven, but one of the biggest opportunities is connectivity and software definition, which will change how cars are monetized.

GDI are a US-based company developing 100% silicon anodes for Li-ion batteries.

With the growing hydrogen economy, proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cells are the subject of ongoing innovation, especially in terms of materials development. Dominant incumbent materials are seen for certain components, but alternative competitive options are emerging, and the technology landscape is beginning to shift.

GenCell is an Israeli based company that develops hydrogen fuel cell generators, intended to provide a replacement for diesel generators and clean off-grid power. The GenCell EVOX offers hydrogen powered DC fast charging for electric vehicles, with integrated battery storage for energy security. IDTechEx spoke with the Director of Sales & Business Development and VP Customer Service to learn more about GenCell and the EVOX.