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Dynamics, Safety And Economics Of EV Technologies
Semester 2
Syllabus:
The Electric Mobility Ecosystem
The Transition to e-mobility – Global and Regional Perspectives
Classifications of Electric Vehicles
Electric Vehicle Architecture
Electric Vehicle Components and their Performance Metrics
Introduction to Software-based Simulation Tools
Vehicle Dynamics
Vehicle Dynamics (including vehicle control and management systems)
Mechanical power: generation, storage and transmission to the wheels
Electric power: generation, storage and conversion to mechanical power
Strategies for improving vehicle energy efficiency
3D Modelling
Safety in Electric Mobility Systems
Electric Vehicle Safety Principles
EV Hazards and Safety Issues
Overview of Engine Operation
Fundamentals of Electric Motors
Battery Technology & Battery Management Systems
The Economics of the E-Mobility Transition
EV Market Assessment (e.g. models, prices, specifications)
Economic Feasibility for Residential and Commercial Fleet Applications
E-mobility Value Chain
Cost-benefit Analysis - EV Fleets
Undergrad/Postgrad:
Undergraduate
Evaluation:
Final Written Examination 50%
Assignments: 10%
In-course test 20%
Report 20%
PHYS2800 or ELET1500
Course Code:
PHYS2801
Credits:
3 Credits
Level:
Level 2
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