Science of Electric Vehicles - Concepts and Applications

The Science of Electric Vehicles: Concepts and Applications presents the basic electrical principles, physics, chemistry, use of rare earth elements (REEs), batteries, charging, and operation of motor controllers of EVs. In addition to the general concepts, the book examines the policies and economics pertinent to the move from hydrocarbon power to electric-powered vehicles. It covers the history and development of electric vehicles as well as the science and engineering behind them.
Features:

• Presents the basic electrical principles, physics, and chemistry involved in the manufacture of electric vehicles.


• Discusses various battery types, energy efficiency, storage, and more.

List of contents

1. Electric Vehicles (EVs). 2. Electron Flow = Traffic Flow. 3. Basic Electricity. 4. Battery-Supplied Electricity. 5. A-C Theory. 6. Fundamental Physics Concepts. 7. Dynamics of Vehicle Motion. 8. Electric Motors. 9. DC/DC Converters. 10. Inverters. 11. EV's Carburetor. 12. Regenerative Braking and More. 13. Battery-Power Alternatives. 14. Economy and Range. 15. Electric Vehicles: The Future.

Product details

• Authors: Frank R. Spellman, Frank R. (Spellman Environmental Consult Spellman, Spellman Frank R.
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 30.07.2025
• EAN: 9781032366296
• ISBN: 978-1-0-3236629-6
• No. of pages: 240
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Technology > Mechanical engineering, production engineering; TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING / Mechanical, TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING / Environmental / General, Automotive technology and trades, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering: general, Alternative & renewable energy sources & technology, Automotive technology & trades, Alternative and renewable energy sources and technology