EV Supply Equipment EVSE – Key Updates in AS/NZS 4777.1:2024
EV Supply Equipment (EVSE) is essential for electric vehicles (EVs), influencing how they connect with the grid or other loads. It comes in two main types: DC EVSE and AC EVSE. Each type serves different needs and offers unique functionalities: DC EVSE This type...
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AS/NZS 4777.1:2024 – Updates – IPSD and Vehicle to Grid V2G
The AS/NZS 4777.1:2024 standard introduces significant updates that impact both solar energy systems and electric vehicle (EV) integration. This new update includes important changes, particularly regarding new definitions: Inverter Power Sharing Devices (IPSD) and Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technology. Inverter Power Sharing Devices (IPSD) The 2024...
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What Does The NCC 2022 Section J9D3 Mean For Your Business?
The Australian Building Codes Board produces and maintains the National Construction Code (NCC) on behalf of the Australian Government and each state and territory government. Australia’s main set of technical building design and construction guidelines is the NCC. It establishes the minimal standard needed...
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Motor Control Center (MCC) – What You Need to Know
A Motor Control Center, MCC, is a centralized system for managing multiple electric motors, usually in large industrial or commercial facilities. It consists of sectionalized parts that share a common power bus, integrating motor starters, protection devices, and communication features all designed to provide...
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V2G Communications and Dynamic Operating Envelopes
V2G (Vehicle-to-Grid) technology is one of those concepts that make a fundamental difference in the interaction between electric vehicles and the power grid. Electric vehicles may consume electricity from the power grid, but they are also capable of feeding the surplus electricity back to...
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Technical Requirements of Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) Technology
Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technology would change the way electric vehicles (EVs) interact with the power grid, representing a paradigm shift in the way such energy storage devices would draw energy to charge and feed back to the grid. This paper discusses the technical requirements of...
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Benefits of Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) Technology
Vehicle-to-Grid or V2G technology has emerged as an innovative phenomenon where electric vehicle batteries function as energy storage systems having a two-way communication pathway with the power grid. In this context, vehicle-to-grid allows electric cars to take power from and supply power back to...
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DC EV Fast Chargers on the Market Today – What are those?
Rising EV ownership is bringing about the need for efficient charging solutions. With DC EV fast chargers, one can now experience rapid power directly to the EV battery. Compared with Level 1 and Level 2 chargers, the downtime is drastically reduced; thus, it has...
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Maximum Demand Calculations for EV Chargers
Maximum demand is the highest amount of electricity that an electrical system is expected to need at any time. There are four main ways to figure out maximum demand for EV chargers: 1. Assessment One way to assess maximum demand is to list all...
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Understanding Load Management System in EV Chargers
The Load Management System helps regulate the charging rate in various EV chargers with the available power. This means that more vehicle chargers can be installed and ensures optimum charging time for the driver. With load management, you can: Charge more Install maximum vehicle...
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