12 stories tagged testing on EV Digest.
Modern electric vehicles rely heavily on Electronic Control Units (ECUs) to manage critical functions from braking to battery systems. Ensuring these ECUs operate safely and predictably, even under fault conditions, is paramount for EV manufacturers and test engineers. PXI-based fault insertion and sensor simulation systems are emerging as essential tools to rigorously test these vital components.
British powertrain specialist Cambustion has unveiled a new Powertrain-in-the-Loop (PiL) testing platform designed to accelerate electrified vehicle development. This innovative system allows manufacturers to integrate and validate vehicle systems early in the design process, even before physical prototypes are available, as demonstrated by its use in a hybrid supercar's development.
Chroma has enhanced its PowerPro 5 test software with a new charge playback feature, enabling engineers to re-run Controller Area Network (CAN) data from real-world EV charging sessions. This functionality, compliant with the GB/T 27930 standard, facilitates in-depth validation and debugging of charging systems. It allows for the precise replication of recorded charging scenarios in a controlled test environment, streamlining the development process for EV chargers and vehicles.
Tesla's highly anticipated Cybercab robotaxi was recently observed undergoing public road tests, revealing a multi-color RGB light bar. This sighting indicates an acceleration in fleet testing as the company prepares for the vehicle's official debut next week.
The upcoming Mercedes-Benz CLA, featuring a plug-in hybrid powertrain, has been photographed undergoing road tests in the United Kingdom. These images offer a sneak peek at the electrified compact luxury sedan's design ahead of its official debut.
Pickering Interfaces has unveiled its new 60-191 LXI family, featuring their highest-current switching products to date. These devices can handle signals up to 80 amps and 300 volts, designed for automated test environments that manage multiple high-current power supplies, crucial for developing and validating EV components.
The increasing adoption of bidirectional onboard chargers (BOBCs) in electric vehicles unlocks Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) capabilities, allowing EVs to power external devices. However, effectively testing these complex energy flows presents unique challenges that require sophisticated AC load simulation techniques. New approaches aim to make V2L functionality more reliable and robust for consumers.
As electric vehicle platforms evolve to support higher voltages and megawatt charging, the testing infrastructure required to validate these systems is falling behind. This gap creates significant challenges for engineers in ensuring the reliability, performance, and grid compatibility of next-generation EV charging technology. Ensuring safe and effective real-world testing is critical to prepare for widespread deployment of these powerful charging solutions.
Recent sightings indicate Tesla is equipping its robotaxi fleet with specialized recording software, designed to streamline testing and validation processes. This unique feature suggests ongoing development efforts to enhance the capabilities and safety of its autonomous ride-hailing network.
Chroma Systems Solutions has launched a new automated test system designed for electric vehicles and their charging equipment. This system is capable of simultaneously testing multiple DC fast chargers and validating EV charging compatibility, including support for high-current liquid-cooled charging. It also meets the ISO 15118-20 standard for advanced communication between EVs and charging infrastructure.
Car and Driver put numerous battery-electric vehicles through their paces to determine real-world driving range. This compilation highlights the top performers that delivered the most miles on a single charge.
Advanced Test Equipment (ATEC) is now renting out AE Techron's HVR2000RG, a high-voltage, high-current amplifier. This specialized equipment is crucial for testing high-power EV components, as well as aerospace and defense applications. The amplifier delivers up to 2,000 V peak DC voltage, enabling comprehensive validation for advanced electric powertrains and charging systems.
