3 Trends Propel Vehicle Electrification (.PDF Download)

The automotive industry is pursuing vehicle electrification on several fronts, with key initiatives driving trends in three areas. First, the addition of 48-V batteries helps manage power-hungry loads at lower currents while reducing weight and boosting efficiency. Second, the evolution toward the wireless battery-management system (BMS) offers improved reliability while also boosting efficiency. Third, a powertrain combo-box architecture improves power density, increases reliability, and optimizes cost.