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Rinaldi, Lorenzo (author), Golinucci, Nicolò (author), Guerrieri, Giulia (author), Sanvito, F.D. (author), Rocco, Matteo Vincenzo (author), Colombo, Emanuela (author)Investing in low-carbon technologies, including light-duty vehicles, is a strategy to decarbonize the residential sector and private mobility. This work aims to assess the parameters driving the economic convenience of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) for a household, and what are the economic implications of BEV adoption on the total cost of...journal article 2024
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Lauwers, Bart (author)This research explores the integration of electric vehicles (EVs) into the logistics of bulk-liquid transportation, specifically within Heineken Netherlands’ operations, using a two-echelon network. This study is pivotal as it aligns with global moves towards zero-emission regulations and sustainability in logistics. The primary question it...master thesis 2024
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den Bakker, Yvonne (author)E-mobility, in particular electric vehicles (EVs), play a crucial role in the energy transition. While businesses are increasingly adopting EVs, there is still a lot of opportunity to grow. One aspect of this growth is the way these vehicles are used by companies, especially when it comes to the logistics of EV charging. To encourage companies...master thesis 2024
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van Eijk, Mark (author)The automotive industry is transitioning to electric vehicles (EVs), creating a higher electricity demand. Concurrently, the utility sector is shifting to a renewable energy system. Vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology allows EVs to both consume and deliver electricity to the grid, introducing a dynamic interaction. However, integrating EVs into the...master thesis 2024
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Kruit, Sebastiaan (author)This thesis project explores how V2X communication between electric vehicles (EV) and charging stations can be used to reduce en-route charging times. This is done using standardized V2X messages for EV charging, as well as proposing an extension to these messages to include data on the intentions of other vehicles. As individual vehicles can...master thesis 2024
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van der Knokke, Quan (author)Inland shipping is an efficient way of freight transportation, especially in the Province of South Holland (the Netherlands), but this sector faces a significant challenge in further reducing climate change effects and local health and environmental impacts caused by the combustion of diesel fuel.<br/><br/>In this study, an analysis of the...master thesis 2024
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Skrickij, Viktor (author), Kojis, Paulius (author), Šabanovič, Eldar (author), Shyrokau, B. (author), Ivanov, Valentin (author)Integrated chassis control systems represent a significant advancement in the dynamics of ground vehicles, aimed at enhancing overall performance, comfort, handling, and stability. As vehicles transition from internal combustion to electric platforms, integrated chassis control systems have evolved to meet the demands of electrification and...review 2024
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Yu, Y. (author), De Herdt, Lode (author), Shekhar, A. (author), Chandra Mouli, G.R. (author), Bauer, P. (author)The rising demand for electric vehicles (EVs) in the face of limited grid capacity encourages the development and implementation of smart charging (SC) algorithms. Experimental validation plays a pivotal role in advancing this field. This article formulates a hierarchical mixed integer programming EV SC algorithm designed for low voltage (LV)...journal article 2024
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Vilaça, M.V. (author), Correia, Gonçalo (author), Coelho, Margarida C. (author)Shared Automated Electric Vehicles (SAEVs) are poised to revolutionize future transportation. However, potential drawbacks, including increased vehicle usage and the projected shorter vehicle lifespan, introduce critical factors that may impact efficiency and environmental benefits. This research introduces a framework that integrates Agent...journal article 2024
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Liu, Zhengxuan (author), Sun, Ying (author), Huang, Ruopeng (author)The increasing greenhouse gas (CO2) emissions constitute one of the most significant global environmental issues. CO2 emissions from buildings and transportation are responsible for the largest proportion of total global carbon emissions from various sectors. Therefore it is necessary to utilize clean energy sources (e.g., renewable energy,...book chapter 2024
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Lyu, D. (author), Soeiro, Thiago Batista (author), Bauer, P. (author)This article presents an analysis, multiobjective design, and benchmark of three modified 3 phase shift full-bridge (PSFB) converters that are well-suited for electric vehicle (EV) battery charging applications, covering both typical battery voltage classes (400 and 800 V). These three modified PSFB converters, denoted as the t-PSFB, r-PSFB,...journal article 2024
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Pelka, S. (author), Bosch, A. (author), Chappin, E.J.L. (author), Liesenhoff, F. (author), Kühnbach, M. (author), De Vries, Laurens (author)Electric vehicle (EV) users who aim to become flexibility providers face a tradeoff between staying in control of charging and minimizing their electricity costs. The common practice is to charge immediately after plugging in and use more electricity than necessary. Changing this can increase the EV’s flexibility potential and reduce...journal article 2024
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Pelka, S. (author), Preuß, Sabine (author), Stute, Judith (author), Chappin, E.J.L. (author), De Vries, Laurens (author)Households equipped with flexible technologies, such as electric vehicles, can support the energy transition by shifting electricity consumption to times of high renewable supply and by preventing consumption peaks that cannot be covered by existing grid and generation infrastructure. Demand response services support households in performing...journal article 2024
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Dijkhuis, Jeffry (author)In order to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, fleets of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles are transitioning from conventional fossil fuels to fully electric drivetrains. To utilize these medium- and heavy-duty electric vehicles (MHDEVs) without significantly disrupting their operations, Megawatt Charging Systems (MCS) are being developed,...master thesis 2023
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Shi, W. (author)As a more convenient alternative to conductive charging technology, wireless charging is seen as a key technology drive for transportation electrification. In electric vehicle (EV) battery charging applications, wireless power is transferred through a magnetic link, so it is referred to as inductive power transfer (IPT). One advantage of IPT...doctoral thesis 2023
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Patro, Ankit (author)This thesis explores the transformation of the global transportation and energy sectors through the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs). EVs have emerged as a crucial solution to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote sustainable energy sources. The associated charging infrastructure poses challenges and opportunities for Charge Point...master thesis 2023
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Nandigam, Sai Pavan (author)The transportation sector is a major contributor to global emissions, with road transportation responsible for a significant part of these emissions. Electric mobility, particularly Solar Electric Vehicles (SEVs), offers a solution to deal with the challenges encountered by traditional electric vehicles ultimately contributing to reducing...master thesis 2023
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Zandstra, Joery (author)Currently, the electricity grid in the Netherlands is reaching its capacity, resulting in congestion issues. One of the factors that causes the electricity grid to become overloaded is the increasing use of EVs (electric vehicles). A situation in which a large number of EV users in a certain area charge their EV at the same time can...master thesis 2023
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Nithin Harish, Nithin (author)Climate change stands as a monumental environmental challenge confronting the world today, with ongoing global manifestations. Within the transportation sector, the carbon-intense essence of petroleum-powered vehicles, finite fossil fuel reserves, and strides in technologies such as batteries, fuel cells, power electronics, and electric motors...master thesis 2023
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Molhuizen, Max (author)Battery electric vehicles (BEV) as opposed to internal combustion engine vehicles (ICEV) are seen as a viable solution for reducing transportation related environmental impacts. There are however advantages and disadvantages to both alternatives. Environmental life cycle assessments (LCA) are used to quantify the environmental lifecycle impact...master thesis 2023