Electric chargers are the great problem of the European Union and of the member countries in order to comply with the transformation of mobility in the next decade. An essential component for drivers and for businesses. MAHLE and Siemens have partnered for the development and implementation of mass inductive charging.
The move did not go well for BMW when it launched an inductive charging pad for owners of its plug-in hybrid models. The Bavarian brand was looking for get ahead of a competition that never looked for that way to recharge its PHEV models, betting on the simplest and cheapest electric wall chargers. The idea of the Bavarians sought the comfort of customers, but at a disproportionate price.
Today, the trend in recharging electric cars follows the same line, with a network of electric chargers in the form of the classic columns from which the hoses that connect to the cars start, as if they were fuel pumps. Nevertheless, MAHLE Y Siemenscommitted to charging solutions for electric cars and to the transformation of more sustainable mobility, have signed a cooperation agreement for the research, development and production of inductive charging systems.
Inductive charging in electric cars, the simplest solution
The two large German companies are committed to this smarter charging solution, much more comfortable for the driver who will only have to position the vehicle head-on on a specific platform installed on the ground. One more ideal option for large companies and car parks than for even domestic use, despite the fact that what both companies are also looking for is popularize this system and integrate it into everyday life. And it is that one of the great advantages is that the driver you won’t have to worry about cables and connectors.
The two partners are convinced that wireless charging for electric vehicles considerably facilitates daily mobility but also encourages those interested in zero-emission models to take the leap. Siemens sources point out that “the transfer efficiency of wireless inductive charging is comparable to that of plug-in systems”, immediate and fast, reducing charging times. The truth is that the objective is also standardize this system among manufacturers, compatible with all electrics on the market.
MAHLE and Siemens are also collaborating on another large pilot project, which is undergoing actual testing. It’s called “chargeBIG”, and it’s a smart charging management system that can be integrated into existing charging infrastructure via cable without making large investments or transformations, but focused on car parks where some vehicles are parked for long periods of timelike those at airports.