changing requirements in the development of the electric drivetrain
The "drive turnaround" presents all vehicle manufacturers and suppliers with the task of preparing for an electric future - be it drives for cars or two-wheelers, commercial vehicles or trucks, agricultural vehicles or construction machinery. Combustion engine out, electric drive in - this is no longer a concept that works in series production.
With the driving factors such as
- high integration density,
- Efficiency,
- Range,
- Sustainability,
- individual mobility,
- Vehicle as part of the living space
In addition to the pure performance target, drive development is subject to additional requirements that must be taken into account from the outset.
Interrelationships and dependencies between the various subsystems can ultimately be combined to create an optimum solution. This makes the powertrain not only a performance-determining part of the vehicle, but also an element in the software-defined vehicle, particularly with its interfaces. This challenging development approach means that new or additional expertise must be built up and combined in many fields at the same time. Existing gaps must therefore be bridged with suitable partners.
Our white paper "Electrified drivetrain: How to master the complex challenges", which you can download here, reveals the specific requirements arising from this new technology mix in the development process and what you should consider when choosing your partner.