AUBURN HILLS, Mich.,
Sept. 9, 2019 /PRNewswire/
-- More than 1.2 million electric vehicles (EVs) are on the
road today in the U.S., with adoption expected to continue to
increase in the coming years. Sales of EVs grew 80% from 2017 to
2018, and were up 10% in the first quarter of 2019 compared with
the same time period in 2018. IHS Markit forecasts that electric
vehicle sales will reach 7.6% of the U.S. market share in 2026,
with more than 130 models featuring electrified propulsion systems.
Additionally, it forecasts that the number of brands offering at
least one EV will more than triple by 2023 in comparison to
2018.
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With billions of dollars being invested worldwide into the
future of electrification, a robust strategy is critical for
automotive suppliers. While BorgWarner continues to design and
manufacture clean combustion products, it has rapidly accelerated
its product growth across hybrid architectures and electrified
platforms, with a full portfolio of hybrid and electric propulsion
systems and products, making it a key automotive supplier powering
the future of electrification. The company's sound strategy and
strong portfolio have resulted in the supply of high-volume
electrified technologies.
"We've built a solid hybrid and electric vehicle foundation over
the past 10 years and have continued to broaden our expertise,
expand and strengthen our portfolio and strategically partner with
companies with complementary experience," said Frédéric Lissalde,
President and CEO, BorgWarner Inc. "We are energizing this
sector with our extensive and comprehensive e-propulsion offerings
which enables us to be a true partner to our customers by
manufacturing and delivering the right solution, whether it is a
full propulsion system or propulsion products, for their individual
needs."
BorgWarner solidified its electrified propulsion system
offerings with its recent formation of a joint venture with Romeo
Power Technology, a technology-leading battery module and pack
supplier. Through this agreement, BorgWarner will be adding battery
packs featuring intelligent battery management systems with
proprietary algorithms to its growing list of capabilities.
As a global, proven leader in clean, energy-efficient propulsion
solutions, BorgWarner's acquisitions and joint ventures have
bolstered its ability to deliver a wide range of systems and
products, everything from individual hybrid, 48-volt and
high-voltage electric components to full electric propulsion
systems. Its suite of 48-volt technologies offers significant
efficiency gains, with benefits such as reduced weight, compact
designs and simple integration.
Hybrid and Electric Drive Modules
One of BorgWarner's key offerings is its P2 on-axis module for
hybrid electric vehicles. This highly integrated technology enables
Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) to convert
combustion-powered vehicles into hybrids without having to modify
the engine, transmission or vehicle architecture, allowing OEMs to
minimize investment and facilitate fast-to-market hybridization.
This functional and compact module combines a 48-volt or
high-voltage electric traction motor, launch device, dual mass
flywheel and engine disconnect clutch. Placed between the engine
and transmission, it is compatible with all transmission
architectures, and delivers high-performance and improved power
density.
Similarly, the company can produce off-axis P2 hybrid modules,
which place the electric motor parallel to the main axis,
delivering an even more compact package. A highly efficient,
durable chain transfers power with best-in-class efficiency and
noise, vibration and harshness (NVH). Beyond P2 on- and off-axis
hybrid modules, BorgWarner provides options for every hybrid design
iteration, including P0, P1, P2, P3, P4 and Power-split.
BorgWarner's state-of-the-art electric drive module (eDM)
features its electric drive motor technology and proven eGearDrive®
transmission. Developed with the company's patented high voltage
hairpin (HVH) technology, BorgWarner's HVH 250 motor delivers
superior performance with more than 95 percent efficiency. The
eGearDrive® transmission offers a highly efficient gear train with
a compact, low-weight design delivering more than 97 percent
efficiency. The eDM module is a proven solution for battery-powered
electric and P4 hybrid
vehicles.
BorgWarner's integrated drive module (iDM) sports a scalable and
modular architecture with a wide range of available electric motor
sizes and gear ratios, and specially developed power electronics.
With an advanced transmission system and industry-leading drive
motor technology, the modules are easy to integrate at the front or
rear axle. The modules deliver exceptional power densities, torque,
and NVH characteristics.
Motor/Generators
BorgWarner aims to reduce costs while improving energy recovery
and efficiencies with its motor/generators. Its Motor Generator
with Integrated Electronics (MGI), a four-quadrant motor drive, is
an exemplary example of how its motor/generators fuel higher system
efficiency and reduce energy use to meet increasing power demands.
Likewise, its MGI can operate at high temperatures (up to 125
degrees Celsius) and speeds (18,000 RPM rotor speed) and has
multiple electromagnetic variants to meet a wide range of
performance requirements.
The company's HVH series electric motors are available as fully
housed motors or as rotor/stator assemblies. These powerful motors
deliver durable performance for use on- and off-highway, offer
world-class power density, and come in various stack length,
cooling and winding configurations.
48-volt, Transmission and Electric Boosting
Technologies
Modern vehicles are consuming increased electricity, which calls
for a high-performance on-board power supply system. The 48-volt
(V) boardnet delivers sufficient power and offers a wide range of
options for optimizing propulsion in terms of fuel economy,
emissions, and dynamic driving performance. It can be implemented
economically while maintaining power output. With the conviction
that 48 V systems are a central technology for advanced vehicles,
the company has developed one of the broadest 48 V portfolios in
the industry.
Designed as powerful devices to improve dynamic performance and
fuel efficiency, both BorgWarner's eBooster®, an
electrically driven compressor, and eTurbo™, an electrically
assisted turbocharger, use the vehicle's 48V board net to deliver
dramatic results. The eBooster offers a compact design with its
integrated power electronics, and without dependence on engine oil
or exhaust gas the mounting location may be optimized. The
eBooster works with the conventional turbocharger to provide
additional air flow, particularly at low engine speeds and
transient conditions allowing the engine to produce more torque and
nearly eliminate turbo lag. The eTurbo works on the same
principle, except the electric motor is integrated into the
turbocharger, applying additional torque directly to the shaft when
needed. The eTurbo may also be used to harvest energy from
the exhaust under certain load conditions. When either
electric device is deactivated the system behaves like a classic
turbocharger. Both the eBooster and eTurbo allow for
downsizing of engines without a loss of performance, leading to
reduced CO2 emissions.
But that's not all, BorgWarner's 48 V product portfolio also
includes a hybrid eRDM (rear drive module) with torque vectoring
and an eAWD (all-wheel drive) system. The eRDM combines torque
vectoring with fully functional and mechanical AWD for maximum
vehicle stability and improved fuel economy, while the eAWD is a
rear axle drive concept with optional torque vectoring.
With its eRDM torque vectoring goes electric. The eRDM combines
torque vectoring with full-function mechanical all-wheel drive for
maximum vehicle stability. Front-wheel-drive vehicles can be
transformed to all-wheel drive with the company's latest
all-wheel-drive coupling with integrated, electric actuators.
Key features of the eAWD system are optional one- or two-speed
function for enhanced all-wheel drive capability and regenerative
braking, launch assist (engine downsizing enabler) and creep
capable for extended stop/start, an integrated motor which provides
full power over a large rpm range, in-house power electronics,
improved traction management through expert all-wheel drive insight
and 1,500 Nm (1106 lb.-ft.) launch torque.
Power Electronics and Battery Packs
In terms of power electronics, BorgWarner's portfolio
encompasses advanced electrification technologies which enhance the
drive experience and improve performance such as high-and
low-voltage controllers, battery charging technologies and battery
management systems with proprietary algorithms for enhanced
performance and cycle life, and proprietary thermal engineering for
active and passive cooling.
High Voltage Battery and Cabin Heaters
BorgWarner is able to deliver superior thermal management
performance to keep hybrid and electric vehicles at optimal
temperatures and operating at peak efficiencies. The company's high
voltage coolant heater provides superior battery management for EV
platforms, with fast response times (e.g. heating up) to keep core
components at temperatures that facilitate maximum driving range.
Similarly, its high-voltage air heaters are compact and modular in
design, easily integrating into existing structures within the
vehicle and providing limited waste heat.
Showcasing Expertise
BorgWarner will be displaying its clean propulsion technologies
in booth 1445 at the Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Technology Expo,
which takes place Sept. 10-12 in
Novi, Michigan. Attendees will get
a first-hand look at BorgWarner's industry leading technologies,
along with the opportunity to talk with technical experts.
For more information about BorgWarner's electrified products,
visit www.borgwarner.com/technologies/electric.
About BorgWarner
BorgWarner Inc. (NYSE: BWA) is a global product leader in clean
and efficient technology solutions for combustion, hybrid and
electric vehicles. With manufacturing and technical facilities in
67 locations in 19 countries, the company employs approximately
30,000 worldwide. For more information, please visit
borgwarner.com.
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