As the demand for electric vehicles (EVs) continues to grow, so does the need for advanced lubricants. EV lubricants are becoming increasingly important as new applications such as e-axle fluids and new performance requirements emerge. Initially, the primary drivers for Driveline e-fluids were efficiency and wear performance. However, there is now an increasing focus on heat transfer and copper compatibility requirements, all without sacrificing any durability performance.
To ensure the right balance of all elements, focused bench and component testing must be conducted in addition to full-scale hardware testing. This is especially true for system-level efficiency, thermal and durability performance. Historically, the industry has evaluated conventional lubricants in actual axles, transmissions, and engines. But as Lubrizol moved into testing Electric Drive Units (EDU), it realized that its capabilities needed to evolve. To achieve the goals, Lubrizol needed to ensure that it could simulate high-voltage batteries and precisely control embedded electric motors.
At our Spring Virtual Conference on EV Engineering, attendees will learn how Lubrizol significantly enhanced its three-motor transmission test stands (in the UK and the US) by adding a DC battery simulator and universal inverter motor controls. This means it has very flexible configurations, allowing testing of almost any e-device. With this added flexibility comes a significant level of complexity which will be explained through three test case studies. The test case studies cover the durability and thermal performance of a power-split dedicated hybrid transmission and the system efficiency of an e-Axle.
Other sessions at our Spring Virtual Conference include Ultrasonic Metal Welding Busbar Applications in EVs and Decoding UN 38.3 Transportation Testing For EV Batteries. Reserve your spot—it’s free! See the full session list for the Spring Virtual Conference on EV Engineering here. Broadcast live April 17 – 20, 2023, the conference content will span the EV engineering supply chain and ecosystem, including motor and power electronics design and manufacturing, cell development, battery systems, testing, powertrains, thermal management, circuit protection, wire and cable, EMI/EMC and more.
FAQ
Q1: Are electric car batteries recyclable?
A1: Yes, electric car batteries are recyclable.
Q2: Are electric car chargers free?
A2: It depends on the charger and the location. Some electric car chargers are free, while others may require a fee.
Q3: Can electric car batteries be rebuilt?
A3: Yes, electric car batteries can be rebuilt with the right tools and knowledge.
