Our 'Next Generation Electric Vehicles: Power and Control' event brought together industry leaders, academic experts, and innovators to discuss advancements in Vehicle Integrated Photovoltaics (VIPV). This series of talks and panels investigated the latest advancements in EV technology, power systems, and the strategies shaping the transition to cleaner and smarter transportation.
For those who couldn’t join us or wish to revisit the sessions, we’re excited to share the on-demand videos from the event. These recordings capture the full breadth of expertise and insights shared on the day and are now available to watch at your convenience.
Key Topics
- Solar and the Grid: How solar-powered vehicles are shaping the energy landscape.
- Battery Longevity: The impact of photovoltaics on battery lifespan.
- Bus Fleet Optimisation: Strategies for efficient energy use and smart charging.
- Solar Panel Performance: Improving predictions for curved solar panels.
- Colour and Efficiency: Can coloured solar panels boost vehicle performance?
- The future of Australia's top student project: In conversation with Sunswift
Expert Voices
From academic pioneers to industry innovators, our speakers represent a wide range of expertise. Here’s the full list of talks available for viewing:
Sharon Swift, UNSW Digital Grid Futures Institute - Welcome
Ned Ekins-Daukes, UNSW Sydney - Next-Generation Electric Vehicles: Power and Control
Bjorn Sturmberg, ANU - RouteZero: Electric Bus Energy Consumption & Charging
Bonna Newman, Lightyear - Potential Impact of VIPV on Grid Congestion
Richard Hopkins & Doha Goreishi, Sunswift - Commercialising Australia's Top Student Project
Kenji Araki, University of Miyazaki, Japan - VIPV Curved Panels: A model to accurately predict performance
Jessica Jiang, UNSW Sydney - Advanced Coloured PV Panels for Enhanced eMobility efficiency
Zhen Yang, UNSW Sydney - How VIPV Affects Battery Life
Watch the On-Demand Videos
Now, you can experience the full event by accessing the on-demand videos below. Whether you’re an industry professional, researcher, or EV enthusiast, these insights are sure to provide valuable takeaways for the future of electric vehicles.
You can also view the full playlist of talks.
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