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ANSI releases for public comment draft roadmap of standards and codes for EVs at scale

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The EVSP working groups are currently on hiatus and will reconvene in May to address the comments submitted and finalize the document for publication by the end of June 2023. This might include, for example, comments on the document’s organization, or issues not addressed. Medium- and heavy-duty EVs are also covered.

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SAE International publishes updated standard for on-route mechanized conductive EV charging systems for buses: SAE J3105

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SAE International published its latest standard, SAE J3105 : Electric Vehicle Power Transfer System Using Conductive Automated Connection Devices, along with three new tributary documents. It also covers the functional and dimensional requirements for the vehicle connection interface and supply equipment interface.

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ecovolta develops standardized Li-ion traction battery; saving cost and time

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48 V DC / 200 Ah / 10 kWh, (L x W x H) 520 x 218 x 320 mm, (Weight) 50kg. Users of the evoTractionBattery receive fully documented certification for all battery packs, including the crucial UN 38.3 The integrated battery management system enables master-slave operation as well as connection of the batteries to a CAN bus.

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Sandia, national lab partners studying vulnerabilities of electric vehicle charging infrastructure

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These include, (1) EV connectors; (2) user terminals; (3) internet connections; (4) maintenance terminals from physical access or disassembly. The team looked at a few entry points, including vehicle-to-charger connections, wireless communications, electric vehicle operator interfaces, cloud services and charger maintenance ports.

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ECOtality files for Chapter 11; seeking approval to sell all assets

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All documents filed with the Bankruptcy Court are available for inspection at the Office of the Clerk of the Bankruptcy Court. In connection with the filing, ECOtality and its subsidiaries entered into a Credit and Security Agreement with Nissan North America. 2:13-bk-16126-RJH. Earlier post.)

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What is EVSE?

EV Connect

Software and Hardware Here at EV Connect, we’ve covered much of the software and hardware that goes into an EVSE. If it’s all green, then the main relay powers the cable connected to the car. What happens next is determined by whether you’re using alternating current (AC) or direct current (DC) charging.

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Where to locate public chargers?

Electric Auto Association

It is a fact not obvious to non-electric vehicle (EV) owners that every electrical outlet (110v, 220v, or DC fast 480v) is a potential refueling spot for EVs. not internet-connected) and networked (internet-connected). Anywhere there’s an electrical outlet! BY TIM BENFORD AND RAPP HANKINS OF DRIVE ELECTRIC DAYTON.

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