Toolbox Energy Storage Systems: Modeling, Simulating and Testing Battery Systems of (H)EVs

Jörg Sauer, Senior Applications Engineer Modeling • dSPACE GmbH
Friedrich Hust, Research Assistant • RWTH Aachen University
Fabian Frie, Research Assistant • RWTH Aachen University

The storage system used in electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) is a key component of the drivetrain and defines the vehicle’s performance. To tap the complete potential of storage systems, it must be possible to model, simulate and test them holistically and seamlessly. Read more about Toolbox Energy Storage Systems: Modeling, Simulating and Testing Battery Systems of (H)EVs

Futuristic Trends in Battery Charging Technology

By Edward McMahon, CEO
Epec Engineered Technologies

Every day more and more of the things we use on a day-to-day basis use batteries. The global market for batteries in 2014 is $83 Billion, and according to research from The Fredonia Group, it will grow at a CAGR of 7.8 percent through 2019 as devices continue to proliferate. Rechargeable lithium-ion batteries make up the largest segment and market growth will be driven largely by hybrid and electric cars and batteries for electronic devices. Read more about Futuristic Trends in Battery Charging Technology

How Retailers Can Cope with New Regulations On Shipping Lithium Batteries

Mike Pagel, Senior Consultant • Labelmaster

Devices powered by lithium batteries grow more popular every year, which means industries of all of kinds are shipping such products to a wide range of locations. But retailers face the greatest frequency and variety of shipping challenges, particularly if planning to transport the batteries and products by air. The latest regulations don’t make it any easier. Read more about How Retailers Can Cope with New Regulations On Shipping Lithium Batteries

The Brave, New World for Shipping Lithium Ion Batteries by Air

Bob Richard, Vice President, Regulatory Compliance • Labelmaster

Has your company seen all the headlines about shipping lithium ion batteries by air? How are you supposed to keep up with what’s compliant and what is not? Here’s a concise overview on the lithium ion battery air transport regulations that will be effective this April 1, 2016, along with a preview of what might be expected later in 2016. Read more about The Brave, New World for Shipping Lithium Ion Batteries by Air

The Brave, New World for Shipping Lithium Ion Batteries by Air

Bob Richard, Vice President, Regulatory Compliance • Labelmaster

Has your company seen all the headlines about shipping lithium ion batteries by air? How are you supposed to keep up with what’s compliant and what is not? Here’s a concise overview on the lithium ion battery air transport regulations that will be effective this April 1, 2016, along with a preview of what might be expected later in 2016. Read more about The Brave, New World for Shipping Lithium Ion Batteries by Air

Top Four Considerations for Battery Management in a Connected World

Chris Mangum, CEO and Chairman • Servato

Marching towards the world is the Internet of Things (IoT), the technological trend of connecting everything to the Internet. It seems every industry is busily preparing for the rush of updated products and services that will capitalize on IoT. This puts growing pressure and expectations on telecommunications companies, the companies that provide the connectivity that will actually enable an IoT future. The Internet of Things will only be as useful as networks are expansive, fast and reliable.   Read more about Top Four Considerations for Battery Management in a Connected World