As a response to the environmental and societal issues stemming from gasoline engines, the automotive industry has shifted its focus towards electric-powered vehicles. This report delves into the mechanics of electric vehicles, offering comparisons with internal combustion engines and hybrid vehicles. It explores the advantages and drawbacks of electric vehicles while providing a glimpse into the future of this technology. With fuel prices escalating and the daily operational costs and ownership expenses of vehicles soaring, there is a pressing need to safeguard the environment with limited alternative transportation options available. Despite concerns over their sluggishness, costliness, and restricted range, electric vehicles emerge as a viable solution. This article offers a concise overview of current research and developments in the electric vehicle sector, with an emphasis on vital components such as the battery, motor, charger, steering, and braking systems. Additionally, it presents fundamental concepts of electric vehicles and their functionality.


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    Title :

    Electric Vehicles: A Mini Overview


    Contributors:
    Kp, Ranjusha (author) / Amutha, B. (author)


    Publication date :

    2024-12-27


    Size :

    453666 byte




    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    Electronic Resource


    Language :

    English



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