Electric Vehicle Powertrain Performance Design

As the automotive industry shifts rapidly toward electrification, understanding the core components and performance characteristics of electric vehicle powertrains is an essential skill for modern engineers. This text-only course guides you through the fundamental principles of EV powertrain design, helping you analyze energy consumption, size key components, and optimize overall vehicle performance. What you'll learn: - Understand the foundational physics, terminology, and architecture of electric vehicle powertrains. - Analyze battery pack configurations, cell chemistry basics, and modern thermal management strategies. - Calculate motor torque, power requirements, and transmission ratios for various drive cycles. - Evaluate regenerative braking efficiency and energy recovery potential. - Apply power electronics concepts, including inverter functionality and motor control fundamentals. - Design basic powertrain models using analytical formulas and performance metrics. The course begins with core terminology and foundational concepts of electric mobility before guiding you through component-level design, mathematical modeling of vehicle dynamics, and system-level optimization strategies. You will progress from theoretical concepts to practical engineering calculations through clear, written explanations and step-by-step examples. This course is designed for beginner automotive engineers, students, and technology enthusiasts looking to enter the EV space, with no prior powertrain design experience required. Start reading today to build your foundational knowledge in electric vehicle powertrain engineering.