Electric Car (Second Edition)

Author: Hu Hua, Song Hui (editors)
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Publish Date: 2006-10-01
Features: Electric vehicles are at the forefront of modern automotive development and one of the main directions for the sustainable development of the automotive industry. Electric vehicles integrate scientific knowledge and technological achievements from multiple fields such as automobiles, engines, mechanics, batteries, fuel cells, electronics, electrical engineering, chemical engineering, materials, and modern control theory. They will become a crucial mode of transport for passengers and cargo in the 21st century. This book introduces the basic content of the major electric vehicle projects under China's 863 Program, summarizes and integrates the development of independent research, technological innovation, and electric vehicle technology during China's "11th Five-Year Plan" period. It also cites technical data on complete vehicles, key technologies and equipment, critical components, control theories, performance parameters, and graphics developed by domestic manufacturers, research institutions, and universities to establish the textbook system. This book serves as a textbook for elective courses on electric vehicles in automotive programs at universities and colleges, and can also be referenced by engineering technicians engaged in research, development, manufacturing, production, and management of electric vehicles.