Batteries, vehicle and infrastructure: interlocking elements of a new engineering system concept for personal mobility (original) (raw)

The research presents a new engineering system concept for personal mobility that integrates electric vehicles (EVs), battery exchange infrastructure, and ownership models. It addresses the long-standing challenges of EV adoption, particularly concerning battery autonomy and charging times, by proposing a solution where batteries are exchanged quickly rather than charged, promoting wider acceptance of EVs and enhancing their economic, environmental, and social benefits. The paper emphasizes the necessity of infrastructure standardization and collaborative ownership between consumers and companies to foster rapid growth in the EV market.