How to Design and Build EV Test Cells
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With the automotive industry’s shift towards electrification, the need for advanced EV-integrated building systems is on the rise. These intricate systems require seamless integration of components tailored to a variety of testing requirements. For example, electrification test facilities need specific components like battery simulators, chassis/powertrain dynamometers, and high voltage charging systems. On the other hand, traditional internal combustion engine tests demand equipment such as exhaust systems and emissions analyzers.
Effective collaboration among these components is vital for accurate testing, regardless of the test cell type. This is where the role of systems integration management becomes crucial. Their expertise is essential to avoid potential errors and costly delays in the construction of automotive test cells. Systems integrators bring the technical proficiency needed to plan, design, and build a cohesive system that meets all testing goals. ?
In the article “How to Design and Build EV Test Cells” published in Assembly Magazine, Randy Rozema , Principal and Director of Applications Engineering addresses prerequisites for a systems integrator and the mistakes to avoid including:
Choosing the right systems integrator for an EV test cell project requires thorough research to ensure timely, budget-friendly, and high-quality results.?Read more in our article in ASSEMBLY Magazine .
FAQ Spotlight
Q: Why is a systems integrator crucial in the design and construction of EV test cells?
A: Systems integrators can help avoid potential errors, costly delays, and inefficiencies during the construction of automotive test cells. They ensure that all systems work together cohesively, addressing misaligned stakeholder goals, and blind spots about new technologies, and ensuring comprehensive project oversight.
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