HOW TO ENGINEER GREAT CHARGING HARDWARE - FEATURING KEMPOWER | EPISODE 114

EV Channels Review

This episode delves into the engineering intricacies of Kempower's charging hardware, featuring insights from Mikko Verikkolainen, Head of RT and CTO. The discussion highlights Kempower's early involvement in EV charging technology, dating back to 2012-2013, and their consistent product roadmap. A key focus is the modular, centralized power system architecture, which allows for dynamic power distribution to multiple charging satellites, optimizing grid connection and efficiency by adapting to individual vehicle charging curves. The review emphasizes Kempower's robust design philosophy, rooted in their sister company's extensive experience with harsh-environment welding power supplies, enabling exceptional reliability even in challenging conditions like offshore rigs. This includes their decision for air cooling within the power modules and a sophisticated load-balancing strategy to ensure longevity across all components. The conversation also touches upon the upcoming NACS standard, with Kempower confirming early testing and the expectation of a simple cable-swap implementation for customers, facilitated by their in-house vehicle communication software development.