Tailored for a diverse audience including students, engineers, researchers and policymakers, it delved into crucial insights, trends and opportunities within the EV industry, with a dual focus on India and the global context. The session aimed to equip participants with valuable insights into the present and future of the EV market, fostering knowledge exchange and promoting awareness.
In the first segment of the masterclass on the Future of Electric Vehicles in India, the speaker Pradeep Kumar Keloth provided a captivating exploration of various pivotal topics. Delving into the historical trajectory of electric vehicles, he elucidated their resurgence and the catalysing role of technological advancements in batteries. He also shed light on the transformative impact of industry giant Tesla and the burgeoning global charging infrastructure. Highlighting the disruptive nature of EV technology, he presented an insightful overview of the global EV market, offering projections that underscored the profound shifts underway in the automotive landscape.
From dissecting the current state of battery technology to addressing associated challenges, including those pertaining to EV battery packs, the expert provided a comprehensive overview in his masterclass. He further explored the intricacies of Battery Management Systems (BMS), battery pack location, Li-ion battery improvement areas and the challenges facing the EV industry in India. Furthermore, he highlighted innovative solutions such as permanent magnet-less electric machines and EV charging facilitated by renewables and energy storage.