Renesas and Nidec Develop “8-in-1” E-Axle System For EVs
Renesas and Nidec have jointly developed the world’s first “8-in-1” proof of concept for E-Axle systems for EVs which controls eight functions using a single microcontroller. The PoC integrates a motor, a gear (reduction gear), an inverter, a DC/DC converter, and an on-board battery charger (OBC). The E-Axle is a unit in EVs that combines […]
Ricardo Launches the Element Line – Modular EV-Ready Transmissions
Ricardo has launched a range of modular transmissions dubbed Element and designed to provide clients with a cost-effective solution to the development of bespoke drivelines for their advanced propulsion systems without compromising on performance or quality. First to be released in the range is a family of epicyclic reduction drives for electric, hybrid and hydrogen […]
Freudenberg’s In-Wheel Motors (IWM) Sealing Solutions
German sealing technology specialist Freudenberg has developed two in-wheel motors (IWM) sealing solutions: Cassette seal and V-seal, working in a closed and open system, respectively. The company’s patented sealing geometry supports original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and manufacturers of electric motors ranging from electric cars to commercial vehicles right at the development stage. The company says […]
New Amsted EV/HEV Multi-Shift Technology to Increase Efficiency
Amsted Automotive has unveiled new Multi-Speed Shift Technology poised to improve efficiency and all-electric driving range, as well as performance and cargo-carrying capacity of EVs and hybrid vehicles. The new Multi-Shift Technology uses integrated One-Way-Clutch (OWC) functionality to optimize function, efficiency, range and cost in EV and HEV drivetrains. The new Multi-Speed Shift Technology will […]
Valeo And MAHLE Unveil New Magnet-Free Electric Motors
Based on the joint development with a European OEM on the magnet-free electric motor technology, Valeo is now extending its portfolio of magnet-free electric motors towards upper segment vehicles together with MAHLE. The two companies have joined forces to develop an innovative magnet-free electric axle system, targeting upper segment EVs with peak power ranging from […]
Cummins Unveils HELM-Based Integrated Hybrid Drivetrain Concept
Cummins has unveiled its integrated drivetrain concept capable of accommodating three powertrain options – advanced diesel, diesel-hybrid and zero-carbon hydrogen. The drivetrain features advanced diesel and hydrogen internal combustion engines from the company’s HELM platforms, as well as front and rear axles, brakes, aftertreatment systems, and technologies from Accelera – the zero-emissions brand of Cummins. […]
Equipmake’s HD Electric Motor With 200 kW of Continuous Power
UK’s electric motors manufacturer Equipmake has unveiled a new heavy duty electric motor with double the continuous power of its predecessor. The next-gen HTM-3500 boasts the same peak figures of 3500 Nm and 400 kW as before, but crucially – and most importantly for duty cycles of heavy-duty vehicles – continuous power has been doubled, […]
Hofer To Develop Electric Drive Solutions Using AI
German powertrain engineering company Hofer Powertrain is set to reduce electric drive design time by 80% through advanced AI and Deeptech innovations. Focusing on AI-driven solutions to maximize value in engineering, Hofer has been utilizing in-house developed AI-driven approaches in designing unique power electronics solutions. The company hopes to achieve faster time-to-market and rapid class-best […]
Protean’s Gen5 In-Wheel Motor delivers 1500 Nm Peak Torque
UK-based Protean Electric’s new ProteanDrive Generation 5 (Pd18 Gen5) in-wheel motor (IWM) has completed its full validation program and can now boast industry-leading peak torque of 1500 Nm in an 18-inch IWM. Pd18 Gen5 is developed and validated for mainstream automotive applications, meeting 15 years and 300,000 km durability requirements. The Gen 5 ProteanDrive IWM […]
Danfoss Introduces ePanda eDrive System For Low-Voltage Applications
Danish tech company Danfoss has launched its new ePanda eDrive system for low-voltage applications. Designed as a propel solution for mobile elevating work platforms, the ePanda eDrive is an integrated compact power system comprising an electric motor, microcontroller unit, and reduction gearbox that maximizes efficiency, reliability, and safety. The ePanda eDrive’s permanent magnet synchronous motor […]
Exro Advances Core Driver – Its EV Powertrain Integration Technology
Clean-tech company Exro Technologies has announced progression in its integration project of the company’s Coil Driver inverter technology with Exro’s proprietary EV propulsion system that powers SEA 5e, a Class 5 Battery Electric Truck built on Hino’s Class 5 Rolling Cab Chassis. Exro also provides proprietary motor-control and complete electric propulsion system technology for e-mobility. […]
MAHLE to Showcase Their New E-Axle For Heavy-Duty Vehicles
Commercial vehicles are the backbone of the global economy. 80% of overland transport is carried out by commercial vehicles. Each individual truck has an average annual mileage of 150,000 km to keep the flow of goods in the economy flowing. The need for transport will continue to grow. “Without the contribution of the transportation sector, […]