Automated Charging Technology

Fast. Efficient. Seamlessly integrated.


Whether for light vehicle fleets, heavy trucks, ferry boats, or large work machines, professional users need charging processes that do not slow down their operations. The aim: to transfer maximum amounts of energy in a minimum of time, with minimal effort and without interrupting workflows. An optimal charging system fits seamlessly into the operating plan, needs little to no user interaction and ensures maximal availability of the devices.

 

Holistic system approach for the energy transmission technology of the future

 

To achieve this objective, we focus our technology development process where it counts: on the users! We analyze in detail the requirements that can be derived from each respective application case and identify the core innovation aims. 

We work hand in hand with our partners from industry and science, can rely on our long-standing experience in the development of disruptive technologies, and use state-of-the-art tools, manufacturing processes and the latest scientific findings from our research work.

This way, we work together with our customers to create cost- and energy efficient solutions for the eceonomic and e-mobility challenges of the future.

Our range of services

 

Underbody charging system for industrial application

  • Fully automated charging process with high charging performance of up to >3 MW
  • Saves space by road integration
  • Safe operation

Mechanical and robotic systems

  • Automated charging technology
  • Standards-compliant communication
  • Application of precise near-field locating

Conversion of commercial vehicles and cars

  • Specialized technical solutions from concept to road approval basing on long-standing experience and industry knowledge
  • Comprehensive support from concept phase to successful demonstration
  • Support for the approval process

Application of high-current transmission

  • Automated charging technology
  • Standards-compliant communication
  • Application of precise near-field locating
  • Analysis and optimization of customers' facilities
  • Special solutions for individual customer requirements

Coupled thermoelectric simulation

  • Optimization of current paths and contact resistance
  • Dimensioning and optimization of cooling systems (ANSYS)

Mechanical design and simulation

  • Design suitable for the intended purpose and manufacturing type (ANSYS, CATIA V5)
  • Experts in additive manufacturing, electrical engineers and international welding engineer certificate
 

Theory of electrical contacts

  • Implementation of customer-specific test benches and measuring devices
  • Laboratory testing on high-current test bench (3000 A)
  • mΩ measurement, optimization of creep resistance through surface manipulationrung
 

Automated charging robot for cars and light commercial vehicles

  • Self-positioning charging robot without user interaction
  • Hands-free charging
  • Vehicle interface with compact dimensions

High-performance charging interface MCPP

  • Semi-automated charging plug for charging power > 3 MW
  • Ergonomic handling concept including lifting aid
  • No liquid cooling required

Projects and references

 

MEGA-LADEN

Development of a comprehensive charging concept offering solutions for all aspects of the charging process: Solutions for vehicle integration, communication with vehicles, the infrastructure and fully automated charging.

 

EDDA-Bus

World's first electric city bus with automated charging at terminal station, tested in regular operation at Dresdner Verkehrsbetriebe AG.

COGNAC: Cognitive Agriculture

This Fraunhofer Flagship Project aimed at developing and designing a charging system equipped with a charging interface for autonomous field robots and demonstrating charging in an agricultural context.

AULA

Successful integration of an underbody charging system into a road. Integration of a vehicle interface into a series vehicle (VW E Golf) and demonstration of automated charging.

Charging Mobile UWB - CMUWB

Development of an independently positionable charging robot for the automated charging of electric cars in a garage scenario and of a vehicle interface for integration into the underbody of electric cars.