CAE EV Technology & Future Trends

Question 1

What is the primary difference between a BEV and a PHEV?

Accepted Answer

BEVs run entirely on battery power; PHEVs have both a battery and an internal combustion engine

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BEVs are faster than PHEVs

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PHEVs have larger batteries than BEVs

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BEVs use hydrogen fuel cells

Question 2

What does kWh measure in electric vehicle batteries?

Accepted Answer

Kilowatt-hours, the total energy storage capacity of the battery

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The maximum speed of the vehicle

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The charging voltage required

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The battery's physical weight

Question 3

What is DC fast charging and how does it differ from Level 2 charging?

Accepted Answer

DC fast charging bypasses the vehicle's onboard charger to deliver high-power direct current, charging much faster than Level 2 AC charging

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DC is slower but safer than Level 2

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They charge at the same speed but use different plugs

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DC fast charging only works at home

Question 4

What is thermal management in EV battery systems?

Accepted Answer

Systems that maintain optimal battery temperature for performance, longevity, and safety through heating and cooling

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Managing the temperature inside the vehicle cabin only

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The color of the battery pack

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The noise level of the cooling fans

Question 5

What is vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology?

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Technology enabling EVs to send stored electricity back to the power grid during peak demand

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A GPS navigation system for electric vehicles

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A vehicle tracking system for fleet management

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A wireless charging technology

Question 6

What is the SAE Level classification system for autonomous driving?

Accepted Answer

A 0-5 scale defining the degree of driving automation, from no automation (Level 0) to full automation (Level 5)

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A safety rating system for vehicle crash performance

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A classification of engine displacement sizes

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A fuel efficiency rating system