About EV
About EV
The auxiliary battery powers the vehicle’s accessories when it has an electric drive.
Charge port:
To charge the traction battery pack, the vehicle can attach to a charging cable using
the charge port.
DC/DC converter:
The DC/DC converter, which is used to operate the vehicle’s accessories and
recharge the auxiliary battery, converts higher-voltage DC power from the traction
battery pack into lower-voltage DC power.
Electric traction motor:
The wheels of the vehicle are propelled by an electric traction motor, which draws
energy from the traction battery pack. Motor generators that are both drives and
regenerators are used by some automobiles.
The traction battery is charged using the onboard charger, which transforms
incoming AC power from the charge port into DC power.
Onboard charger
To charge the traction battery, the onboard charger converts incoming AC power
from the charge port to DC power.
Additionally, while the pack is being charged, it keeps track of battery characteristics
like the voltage, current, temperature, and state of charge by communicating with the
charging apparatus.
Controlling the electric traction motor’s speed and torque, the power electronics
controller regulates the flow of electrical energy supplied by the traction battery.
This system maintains a safe operating temperature range for the engine, electric
motor, power electronics, and other parts.
Electricity is stored in the traction battery pack, which the traction motor will use.
Electric Transmission:
The electric traction motor drives the wheels by transferring mechanical energy
through the transmission.
Working Principles of BEV
For the electric motor, power is converted from the DC battery to AC.
The accelerator pedal sends a signal to the controller, which changes the frequency
of the AC power from the inverter to the motor to adjust the vehicle’s speed.
When the brakes are applied or the electric vehicle is decelerating, the motor
transforms into an alternator and generates power, which is then returned to the
battery.
Because they have fewer moving parts than internal combustion vehicles, electric
cars require very little maintenance. Compared to conventional petrol or diesel
vehicles, electric vehicles require less maintenance. They store the electricity in
rechargeable batteries and use them to power an electric motor that turns the
wheels.
Electric vehicles are quieter than conventional vehicles because of their lower noise
emissions.
Electric cars are very convenient to drive and don’t have gears. Only the accelerator,
brake, and steering are controlled. Simply plug your vehicle into a home or public
charger to charge it. Electric vehicles are quieter than conventional vehicles because
of their lower noise emissions.
Free of Noise Pollution
As there is no engine under the hood, electric vehicles can operate in silence. A
silent vehicle has no engine. The electric motor operates so quietly that you have to
look into your instrument panel to see if it is turned on. To make EVs safe for
pedestrians because they are so silent, manufacturers have to add fake sounds to
them.
Check out our blog on the advantages & disadvantages of Electric vehicles!
Recharge Stations
The development of electric fueling stations is still in its early stages. If you’re on a
long trip or decide to visit family in a rural or suburban area and run out of charge, it
might be harder to find a charging station. This is because not many places you visit
daily will have electric fueling stations for your vehicle. You may be stranded.
If you don’t carefully weigh your options, electric cars may also be an inconvenience
for your energy bill. If you haven’t done your homework on the electric vehicle you
want to buy, you might be making a bad investment.
While filling up your gasoline-powered car only takes a few minutes, fully charging an
electric vehicle can take up to a day.
Typically 2 seats
The majority of electric vehicles on the market today are small and only seat two
people. They are not intended for the whole family, and adding a third person can
make the trip a little uncomfortable for the other two travelers.