Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati Ltd. has developed a technology that rates motors and batteries of electric vehicles and recommends the best drivetrain components to the original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) for the Indian scenario. “This is a one-of-a-kind approach that standardizes electronic vehicles based on Indian drive-cycles,” claims the IIT.
So far researchers are not looking at Indian drive-cycles. The drive cycles that have been developed are not focused on rural and urban drive cycles. The electric vehicles currently available in the market also do not take into account the different climatic conditions in India.
Currently, none of the OEMs use this technology and they have been requesting drive-cycle data of Indian vehicles. This research hopes to create better and more efficient drivetrains based on different sectors. It is also beneficial for startups. The aim of this research is to reduce emissions and reduce fuel consumption, IIT said.
Researchers from Electric Mobility Laboratory, IIT Guwahati, led by Dr. Praveen Kumar, Professor, Department of Electronics and Electrical Engineering, IIT Guwahati, focused on Indian climatic conditions for both rural and urban areas. He developed the method to suggest the best drivetrain to build.
An electronic drivetrain (the set of components that power the drive wheels) developed in a humid area doesn’t work the same way in a dry ns cold environment. Hence, OEMs are currently looking at making a standard drive cycle for Indian conditions.
Prof TG Sitaram, Director, IIT Guwahati said, “The development in the next generation of energy efficient EV technology is one of the most important breakthroughs needed for sustainable development and reducing carbon footprint of the country. IIT Guwahati is taking serious note of this direction. is working. This development will enhance this process and maximize results.”
Elaborating on the long-term positive impact of this development, Dr. Praveen Kumar says, “Our goal is to create a document that will enable new entrants to the EV market and help level the playing field. The other primary benefit of the practice is to prepare the next generation of technocrats who are prepared for an outstanding career in EV technology anywhere in the world.”
This research has been published and has ISBN 978-93-5578-973-0. The institute intends to expand the research to commercial vehicles working with OEMs to build more efficient drive trains that are suited to the different climates of India. Researchers are working to develop this technology for four wheelers as well as the current project focuses exclusively on two wheelers.
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