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Electric and Hybrid Vehicles: Technology Trends, Challenges and Opportunities—2nd Edition

A special issue of Energies (ISSN 1996-1073). This special issue belongs to the section "E: Electric Vehicles".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 April 2025 | Viewed by 6560

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Dr. Christos-Spyridon Karavas

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Department of Natural Resources Development and Agricultural Engineering, School of Environment and Agricultural Engineering, Agricultural University of Athens, 75 Iera Odos Street, 11855 Athens, Greece
Interests: microgrids; electric vehicles; renewable energy; decentralized energy management system; multi-agent systems; smart grids; computational intelligence approaches; energy management and control of energy systems
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Dr. Konstantinos G. Arvanitis

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Department of Natural Resources Development and Agricultural Engineering, School of Environment and Agricultural Engineering, Agricultural University of Athens, 75 Iera Odos Street, 11855 Athens, Greece
Interests: process control; computational intelligence; automation in agriculture; wireless sensor networks; microgrids’ management
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Dr. Athanasios Karlis

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Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Democritus University of Thrace, 67100 Komotini, Greece
Interests: electrical machines and drives; diagnostics of electrical machines; renewable energies and smart grids
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Dr. Dimitrios Piromalis

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Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, University of West Attica, 12244 Athens, Greece
Interests: wireless sensors networks; embedded systems; wearables; sensors; renewable resources systems; automotive; autonomous vehicles design; internet of things; data acquisition; cyber–physical systems; autonomous vehicles; hardware design; smart agriculture; energy management
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Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

Electric vehicles (EVs) have attracted global interest in science and industry as they are expected to be the future of transportation in the coming years. The global stock of electric vehicles is expected to reach 130 million by 2030. The increased number of EVs entails a set of important questions about the operation, stability, feasibility, and power quality of energy systems. In addition, the transition to electric road transport technologies requires new trends in the design and control of electric vehicles to offer improved performances and capabilities, such as fuel efficiency, extended range, and fast-charging options. Moreover, the low autonomy of EVs calls for the development of sustainable controlled charging processes and easily accessible charging networks. Finally, the expected significant growth in global electricity demand due to the increased number of EVs leads to the modernization of energy grids, such as the adoption of green renewable energy sources and energy storage systems that can improve the reliability of electric power systems. For this Special Issue on “Electric and Hybrid Vehicles: Technology Trends, Challenges, and Opportunities—2nd Edition”, we warmly invite the submission of original comprehensive reviews, case studies, and research articles on any topic related to the theme of the call.

Dr. Christos-Spyridon Karavas
Dr. Konstantinos G. Arvanitis
Dr. Athanasios Karlis
Dr. Dimitrios Piromalis
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Keywords

  • electric vehicles
  • charging stations
  • smart grids
  • renewable energy
  • energy efficiency and demand response
  • energy storage systems
  • power quality
  • vehicle dynamics
  • motion control
  • vehicle stability control
  • environmental issues
  • life-cycle assessment

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Analysis of Energy Efficiency Parameters of a Hybrid Vehicle Powered by Fuel with a Liquid Catalyst
by Tomasz Osipowicz, Wawrzyniec Gołębiewski, Wojciech Lewicki, Adam Koniuszy, Karol Franciszek Abramek, Konrad Prajwowski, Oleh Klyus and Dominik Gałdyński
Energies 2024, 17(20), 5138; https://doi.org/10.3390/en17205138 - 16 Oct 2024
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A notable trend in the modern automotive market is the increased interest in hybrid cars. Hybrid cars combine a standard internal combustion engine with an electric motor solution. Research into increasing the energy efficiency of a conventional unit while meeting increasingly stringent exhaust [...] Read more.
A notable trend in the modern automotive market is the increased interest in hybrid cars. Hybrid cars combine a standard internal combustion engine with an electric motor solution. Research into increasing the energy efficiency of a conventional unit while meeting increasingly stringent exhaust emission standards is becoming a key postulate in this matter. This article discusses an analysis of modifying the fuel used by hybrid vehicles using the example of a selected drive unit equipped with a spark-ignition engine. This effect was tested after the Eco Fuel Shot liquid catalyst was added to the fuel. The research process was carried out in two stages, as follows: in road conditions using the Dynomet road dynamometer; and on the V-tech VT4/B2 chassis dynamometer. Tests were carried out to replicate road tests with a catalytic additive in the fuel. A mathematical model was created and the following energy efficiency parameters of the hybrid vehicle were calculated: the torque of the internal combustion engine, electric motor, and generator; the rotational speeds of the internal combustion engine, electric motor, and generator; the power of the internal combustion engine, electric motor, and generator; the equivalent fuel consumption of the electric motor and generator; the fuel consumption of the internal combustion engine, electric motor, and generator; and the mileage fuel consumption of the internal combustion engine, electric motor, and generator. The results of the tests made it possible to identify the benefits of using the tested liquid catalyst on the operation of the drive system of the analyzed hybrid vehicle. This research will be of benefit to both the demand side in the form of users of this category of vehicles, and the supply side represented by the manufacturers of power units. Full article
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Power Consumption Analysis of a Prototype Lightweight Autonomous Electric Cargo Robot in Agricultural Field Operation Scenarios
by Dimitrios Loukatos, Vasileios Arapostathis, Christos-Spyridon Karavas, Konstantinos G. Arvanitis and George Papadakis
Energies 2024, 17(5), 1244; https://doi.org/10.3390/en17051244 - 5 Mar 2024
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The continuous growth of the urban electric vehicles market and the rapid progress of the electronics industry create positive prospects towards fostering the development of autonomous robotic solutions for covering critical production sectors. Agriculture can be seen as such, as its digital transformation [...] Read more.
The continuous growth of the urban electric vehicles market and the rapid progress of the electronics industry create positive prospects towards fostering the development of autonomous robotic solutions for covering critical production sectors. Agriculture can be seen as such, as its digital transformation is a promising necessity for protecting the environment, and for tackling the degradation of natural resources and increasing nutritional needs of the population on Earth. Many studies focus on the potential of agricultural robotic vehicles to perform operations of increased intelligence. In parallel, the study of the activity footprint of these vehicles can be the basis for supervising, detecting the malfunctions, scaling up, modeling, or optimizing the related operations. In this regard, this work, employing a prototype lightweight autonomous electric cargo vehicle, outlines a simple and cost-effective mechanism for a detailed robot’s power consumption logging. This process is conducted at a fine time granularity, allowing for detailed tracking. The study also discusses the robot’s energy performance across various typical agricultural field operation scenarios. In addition, a comparative analysis has been conducted to evaluate the performance of two different types of batteries for powering the robot for all the operation scenarios. Even non-expert users can conduct the field operation experiments, while directions are provided for the potential use of the data being collected. Given the linear relationship between the size and the consumption of electric robotic vehicles, the energy performance of the prototype agricultural cargo robot can serve as a basis for various studies in the area. Full article
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Powering Indonesia’s Future: Reviewing the Road to Electric Vehicles Through Infrastructure, Policy, and Economic Growth
by Natalina Damanik, Ririen Clara Octavia and Dzikri Firmansyah Hakam
Energies 2024, 17(24), 6408; https://doi.org/10.3390/en17246408 - 19 Dec 2024
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Electric vehicles (EVs) emerged as a help for Indonesia as a pathway to address environmental challenges related to air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions from the transportation sector. Despite governmental efforts, including Presidential Regulation No. 55/2019, EV adoption rates in Indonesia remain low, [...] Read more.
Electric vehicles (EVs) emerged as a help for Indonesia as a pathway to address environmental challenges related to air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions from the transportation sector. Despite governmental efforts, including Presidential Regulation No. 55/2019, EV adoption rates in Indonesia remain low, although sales are increasing annually due to limited charging infrastructure, high upfront costs, and consumer perception. This study distinguishes itself from previous research by moving beyond a singular focus on policy, adoption factors, barriers, or economic opportunities. Instead, it integrates these dimensions into a cohesive analysis while placing particular emphasis on government policies. By adopting this multidimensional approach, the study presents a nuanced understanding of EV adoption in Indonesia, exploring not only the drivers, challenges, and economic potential but also the tangible benefits of EV manufacturing and usage for both producers and consumers within the current regulatory framework. It highlights the transformative impacts of EV adoption on key areas such as job creation, GDP expansion, and energy security, offering strategic insights for policymakers, industry leaders, and stakeholders. Future research could explore rural infrastructure development, local battery production impacts, and long-term economic implications of EV in Indonesia’s ecosystem. Full article
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A Review of Modern Electric Vehicle Innovations for Energy Transition
by Bi-Hai Jiang, Chao-Chung Hsu, Nai-Wei Su and Chun-Cheng Lin
Energies 2024, 17(12), 2906; https://doi.org/10.3390/en17122906 - 13 Jun 2024
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As climate change worsens and the importance of energy security grows, numerous countries have adopted energy transition as a key policy objective. Electric vehicles (EVs) play a pivotal role in this transition by diminishing reliance on fossil fuels and reducing emissions of carbon [...] Read more.
As climate change worsens and the importance of energy security grows, numerous countries have adopted energy transition as a key policy objective. Electric vehicles (EVs) play a pivotal role in this transition by diminishing reliance on fossil fuels and reducing emissions of carbon dioxide and other harmful gases. While EVs are poised to be a crucial technology for achieving energy transition, substantial advancements in technology, infrastructure development, and policy support are essential for their full potential to be realized. This review examines the latest advancements in EV technology and market trends, and also addresses the challenges facing EVs and the potential opportunities for future development. Full article
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