Published: 9 September 2014
Category: Technical articles
A white paper by Schneider Electric discusses the problems related to the adaptability of charging system infrastructure to meet the needs of interoperability between all players in the electric vehicle (EV) market. Much of it will be of interest to electrical contractors and installers who are interested in the potentially very large business opportunities that will eventually come about:
More than just a power outlet, the charging terminal allows for charging EVs safely and with maximum efficiency. Unlike a household outlet, which does not include any specific function, the charging terminal is designed specifically for this operation and that any model of EV be connected to the terminal.
But there are many issues concerned with standards, electrical safety, ease and flexibility of operation.
This Schneider Electric white paper, therefore, looks at what a charging station for EVs is, how charging station flexibility can be ensured, what the advantages are of supervision, and what the likely developments will be in the future.
The goal is to ensure charging in all cases regardless of the vehicle configuration or terminal. This standardisation is an absolute necessity for the future development of the electric vehicle market.
To see this illustrated white paper, please click on the link below (PDF – 1.27MB file size).