Modern Electric Vehicle Technology
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Author Description
Modern Electric Vehicle Technology covers multidisciplinary aspects of electric vehicles (EVs), and is written for a wide coverage of readers including students, researchers, engineers and administrators. This book is probably the first comprehensive reference book on electric vehicles that includes the following distinct features; It concisely and precisely reviews the state of the art of EV technology and the historical development of EVs, presents the engineering philosophy of electric vehicles. Identifies new configurations, concepts and classifications of modern EV and hybrid EV (HEV) systems. Provides in-depth discussions on electric propulsion systems, emerging EV energy sources and latest EV auxiliaries. Presents the concept of system level simulation and a dedicated EV simulator for system optimisation. and discusses the key issues relating to commercialisation and implementation of EVs.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This text investigates the multidisciplinary engineering challenges and systemic requirements necessary for the advancement and commercial implementation of modern electric and hybrid electric vehicles. Authors C. C. Chan and K. T. Chau, both established experts in electrical engineering, synthesize historical development with current state-of-the-art research. The book provides a comprehensive framework for understanding the propulsion, energy storage, and simulation methodologies required to optimize electric vehicle performance in a modern context.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Historical development and engineering philosophy of electric and hybrid electric vehicles.
- Technical analysis of electric propulsion systems and emerging energy sources.
- Methodologies for system-level simulation and optimization using dedicated EV simulators.
- Strategic discussion on the key challenges regarding the commercialization and infrastructure implementation of electric transport.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts and academics frequently cite this work as a foundational reference for understanding the multi-faceted nature of electric vehicle technology. Readers often note the technical density of the prose, which serves as a primary resource for engineers and researchers in the field.
Page Count:
352
Publication Date:
2001-11-15
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0198504160
ISBN-13:
9780198504160
Automotive Engineering
Energy Systems
Technology
Engineering
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