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Advanced Propulsion Centre UK publishes automotive power electronics value chain

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The Advanced Propulsion Centre (APC) UK, with experts and stakeholders from industry, academia and funding and support bodies, has published an updated power electronics value chain which shows an end-to-end supply chain view of materials and components required for volume manufacturing of automotive inverters, converters, and onboard chargers.

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ABB: tests show up to 27% fuel savings on ship with Onboard DC Grid

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Dina Star with Onboard DC Grid. ABB, the power and automation technology group, released third-party testing results showing that ABB’s Onboard DC Grid helps vessels reduce their fuel consumption, cut noise and trim their environmental impact. Onboard DC Grid system. ABB’s Onboard DC Grid concept. Click to enlarge.

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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. million by 2024.

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SAE International publishes TIR J2954/2 for wireless charging of heavy-duty EVs; static and dynamic WPT

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SAE International has published the first Technical Information Report (TIR) that specifies, in a single document, both the electric vehicle- and ground-system requirements for heavy-duty (HD) wireless charging of electric vehicles (EV). The technology is a safe and efficient method for transferring power from the AC grid supply to the HD EV.

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SAE International publishes new J2954 wireless charging standard

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SAE International has published the first global standard that specifies, in a single document, both the electric vehicle and supply equipment (EVSE) ground-system requirements for wireless charging of electric vehicles (EV). China published part of the GB/T 38775-series and continues to work on its eight documents. SAE J2954).

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Toshiba introduces new efficient motor driver IC for DC brushed motors for vehicle engine applications

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TAEC) announced a small-sized motor driver IC for DC brushed motors used in vehicle engine applications such as electronic throttles and valve controls. Its two power supplies, VBAT and VCC, operate at 4.5V Toshiba America Electronic Components, Inc. ohm (H-side + L-side, max). to 28V and 4.5V to 5.5V, respectively.

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RESPONSE TO: Ministry of Transport’s Charging Our Future: Discussion Document

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Accommodating for geographic variation in charging needs and energy supply We agree with the actions listed. A target like this may have some uses, but it needs further consideration: What type of chargers are being proposed in this target, AC or DC? Focus areas 2b. As of December 2022, New Zealand is at 1:62.

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