article thumbnail

CISSOID & Silicon Mobility expand their partnership to deliver a complete SiC inverter reference design

Green Car Congress

CISSOID and Silicon Mobility have partnered to introduce a complete and modular Silicon Carbide (SiC) inverter reference design, providing customers with an innovative and customizable solution for electric motor drives up to 350kW/850V.

Design 221
article thumbnail

DOE: in Q1 2023, 21.5% of all public EV charge ports were for DC Fast Charging

Green Car Congress

DC fast charging accounted for 21.5% DC fast charging allows for the rapid charging of EVs and refers to chargers that deliver direct current (DC) at power levels of 50 kW or more. of all electric vehicle (EV) public charging ports in the first quarter of 2023 (Q1), according to the US Department of Energy (DOE).

DC 195
article thumbnail

Will DC Fast Charging Degradate My Battery?

Setec Powerr

One common query is the impact of DC fast charging on battery lifespan. Understanding Battery Degradation Before diving into the specifics of DC fast charging, it’s essential to understand what battery degradation is. In simple terms, battery degradation refers to the loss of battery capacity over time. Not necessarily.

DC 98
article thumbnail

In 1st Quarter, 21.5% of US Public Electric Vehicle Charge Ports Were for DC Fast Charging

CleanTechnica EVs

DC fast charging accounted for 21.5% DC fast charging allows for the rapid charging of EVs and refers to chargers that deliver direct current (DC) at power levels of 50 kilowatts or more. The availability of DC fast charging is […]

DC 79
article thumbnail

DOE estimates EV battery pack costs in 2022 nearly 90% lower than in 2008

Green Car Congress

Note: Cost refers to usable energy and not rated energy. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press, p. That compares to $1,355/kWh in 2008. The decline in cost is due to improvements in battery technologies and chemistries, and an increase in manufacturing volume. Source: DOE.

2008 475
article thumbnail

Nidec and Renesas collaborate on semiconductor solutions for next-generation e-axles for EVs

Green Car Congress

To realize high-performance and efficiency as well as smaller size, light weight and lower cost, and to accelerate vehicle development, EVs are also integrating power electronics controls such as DC-DC converters and on-board chargers (OBCs).

DC 170
article thumbnail

AC vs. DC Power: What's the Difference for Electric Vehicles?

EV Connect

Electric vehicle charging stations use both alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC) to power EVs. AC vs. DC Power Near the turn of the 20th century, Thomas Edison and Nikola Tesla were developing the types of electric power we use today. Tesla established AC electricity to combat some of the obstacles DC presented.

DC 52