6.3. Electric Vehicles (EVs)

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the main function of power semiconductors in electric vehicles?

   Hint

   Think about how the vehicle uses energy.

2. 2.

   Name one type of power semiconductor used in electric vehicles.

   Hint

   What components manage electrical systems?

3. 3.

   What do power semiconductor devices primarily control in electric vehicles?

   • Battery life
   • Power flow
   • Vehicle weight

   Hint

   Consider what devices regulate energy usage.

4. 4.

   True or False: Regenerative braking allows an electric vehicle to gain energy while slowing down.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about how vehicles manage energy while braking.

5. 5.

   Evaluate the efficiency gains from implementing regenerative braking in an electric vehicle. Consider energy losses in typical braking systems.

   Hint

   Quantify energy losses in standard braking versus the gains.

6. 6.

   Design a hypothetical Battery Management System for a new electric vehicle model. What features would you prioritize and why?

   Hint

   Think about common battery failures and consumer concerns.