HOW TO ACHIEVE SUCCESS IN VEHICLE ELECTRIFICATION

EV Channels Review

This podcast episode delves into the critical role of simulation in the development of electric vehicles, featuring insights from Oliver Knaus of AVL. The discussion highlights how simulation tools are indispensable for numerical analysis, differentiating between system and component simulations. It emphasizes simulation's ability to optimize designs, shorten development times, and provide insights unattainable through physical testing alone, especially crucial given the lack of decades of experience with EV components compared to traditional powertrains. The episode also touches upon the complexities of EV powertrains, including the interdependence of components like batteries and thermal management systems, and how simulation addresses these challenges. Furthermore, it explores how the pandemic accelerated the adoption of virtual development and remote collaboration tools, enabling global talent acquisition and flexible working environments. The conversation underscores the increasing importance of software and its integration into the simulation process for functions ranging from powertrain control to predictive range management.