Elektrofahrzeuge Thermomanagement
Electric vehicles

Thermal management for electric vehicles

To operate an electric vehicle with particularly high efficiency, the temperature of the electric motor, power electronics and battery must be maintained in an efficiency-optimised range. Last but not least, drivers and passengers expect a regulated temperature in the vehicle. A sophisticated thermal management system always ensures the desired temperature level.

As a pioneering technology in the automobile industry, electric mobility offers great opportunities. During its development, this requires intelligent and partially new approaches to solutions. As HVAC system developers, we are particularly concerned with the challenging parameters in terms of installation space, weight and constant thermal management.

Guidance and innovation.

System integration and updates

TCP/IP

The integration of thermal management solutions in electric vehicles offers numerous benefits thanks to our modern operating concepts and over-the-air updates. Centralised control and app integration make it easier to use and more convenient, while over-the-air updates allow for continuous improvement and adaptation of the systems. This leads to greater efficiency, security and user satisfaction.

Thermal management and voltage

Thermal management for electric vehicles

The integration of thermal management solutions in high-voltage systems for electric vehicles requires special insulation materials and robust connections to ensure their safety. Efficient cooling and thermal management systems are crucial to avoid overheating and thus maximise battery life. We provide advanced control units, customised software development and sophisticated sensor technology – all working together to enable precise adjustment and continuous monitoring of temperatures to ensure optimal system performance.

Experience and innovation

1. Tempering

We are the specialists when it comes to cooling or tempering of the drive. Ergonomics and comfort are, in addition to safety and reliability, the main focus. We combine our many years of experience in e-mobility with the relevant standards of the automobile industry. In doing so, we develop energy-efficient systems that enable the use of the waste heat from the drive.

2. Operation and system integration

When developing our systems, our focus is on ease of use. These can be controlled via one of our control elements or directly with your own user interface, because our devices are CAN bus, LIN bus and TCP/IP capable if required.

3. Innovative approaches to solutions

Aircontech has the experience and award-winning solutions to realise customer-specific thermal management requirements – our strength lies in individuality. With our stepless heating control, electric cars achieve a greater range than with comparable products, and with the HVAC unit developed by Aircontech, we also offer solutions for confined spaces.

Elektromobilität HVAC-System

Example of a Customer Solution

Problem Statement:
Customer inquiries for both applications concerning the HVAC system, including powertrain cooling, and the relevant framework conditions (specifications).
Solution:

  • The complete vehicle design was carried out, from concept, design, prototype, tooling procurement, and series production to after-sales service
  • CAN communication to the VCU
  • Development of the operating concept, control software, and automation software
  • Tooling design and procurement for the injection-molded components
  • Development of the high-voltage power control (PTC heating element)
  • Automated end-of-line test benches for the assembly of the modules were developed
  • Series production of up to 30,000 units

Reliability and progress.