Electric vehicles are revolutionizing the automotive industry in a way that has not been seen since the seatbelt became mandatory in 1967. Competition among OEMs is increasing and the modern day ‘race to the moon’ is underway, lead by manufacturers such as Volkswagen, Ford, GM and Volvo as they roll-out EV & hyrbid models off…
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Dog clutch without angular backlash
Gabriela Achtenova, Michal Jasný, Jiri Pakosta, Rômulo do Nascimento Rodrigues Center of Vehicles for Sustainable Mobility, Czech Technical University in Prague Dog clutches are cost-effective but often suffer from angular backlash, causing discomfort. A novel, patented design has been developed to eliminate this issue using a purely mechanical blocking mechanism. This design, fully interchangeable with…
Continue readingDriving sustainability – Reducing the embedded emissions of copper in electric vehicles
Bruno De Wachter, Independent Advisor, International Copper Association Since the publication of the EU Green Deal, e-mobility OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers in Europe have been actively seeking ways to evolve towards carbon neutrality. For such a journey to be successful, open communication across the entire value chain is essential. This article develops the case…
Continue readingIntelligent bearing monitoring with LubeSecure from HCP Sense
Nico Kratz, Test Field Manager, HCP Sense GmbH Ansgar Thilmann, Managing Director, HCP Sense GmbH
Continue readingThe first standard specification for EV fluids by TotalEnergies
Liang XUE, Emmanuel PINOT, Emmanuel MATRAY, TotalEnergies Lubricants Technology and Product Engineering Flavio SARTI, Richard VERNAY, TotalEnergies R&D TotalEnergies Lubrifiants developed the first standardized specifications for Electric Drive System (EDS) fluids. This new performance standard is a first in the industry for hybrid and electric vehicles.
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As automakers work to decarbonise, most are opting for powertrain electrification, an option that is driving growth in dedicated hybrid and electric vehicle transmissions. However, these systems present new performance challenges that require dedicated fluids to ensure their complete protection. As leaders in driveline additive technology and e-fluid formulation, Infineum has invested in the development…
Continue readingA unique collaboration for the development of the next generation electric transmission fluid
Influence of lubricant on electrical drive unit In the rapidly growing Chinese EV market, for a new EV product to stand out, it needs to provide premier performance in range, NVH and reliability under all operating conditions, regardless of drive cycle (city, rural or highway) in climate extremes.
Continue readingemDOC: Innovative Electromagnetic Clutch for Enhanced Comfort
The emDOC electromagnetic dog clutch from HOERBIGER combines the advantages of a mechanical clutch with the precision of an intelligent electromagnetic actuator, enhanced by a position-sensing sensor. This smart 3-in-1 solution operates without wear and tear, saving space, weight, and costs.
Continue readingJJE advances differential locker technology JJE differential locker driven by DirectFluxTM electromagnetic clutches
Differential locker locks up differential to ensure torque output on vehicle’s wheel under low traction conditions. the axles together to provide 100% of available torque to the wheel with traction. At 2022 CTI US, JJE debuted its mono-stable and bi-stable DirectFlux differential locker (eLocker). Now this eLocker has been equipped by mid- and full-size SUVs,…
Continue readingElectric First – Where Possible
In 2024, the electrification process in Europe stuttered – but as the discussions at the 27th CTI Symposium made clear, it is not about to stop. Other interesting topics in Berlin included insights on India as a future market or advances in digitalization and artificial intelligence. And the Software-Defined Vehicle is about to become more…
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