Open Access
Dr. Sunil Kumar Gupta,
Chandra Sekhar Mishra,
Dr. Ranjan Kumar Jena,
Dr. Javed Khan Bhutto,
Dr. Ashish Raj,
- Professor 4Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Poornima University, Jaipur Rajasthan India
- Research Scholar Odisha University of Technology and Research Odisha India
- Professor Odisha University of Technology and Research Odisha India
- Associate Professor 4Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Poornima University, Jaipur Rajasthan India
- Associate Professor Department of Electrical Engineering, King Khalid University, Abha, Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia
Abstract
Plastics have become important internally in automotive applications, ranging from vehicle inner components to under the hood of the car, as they are flexible and help on improving fuel economy and reducing CO2 emissions by replacing metal. The last two years had seen a higher rate of electric car sales even though its adoption around the world was not at the same pace. There is still a doubt among the individuals about the battery life, efficiency, profitability and development of the infrastructure compared to conventional and hybrid vehicles. The use of plastics in EV design and manufacture is set to assume an ever-more-important place, presenting engineers with greater freedom of choice and the possibility of making lighter, more efficient parts. On the other hand, the investigation of bio nanocomposites seems to be perfect for eco-friendly solutions introduced at all stages of EVs lifecycle. This article’s primary objective is to offer a detailed analysis of the latest innovations in polymers devoted to electric vehicle applications and to enlist the prospect of future research directions in this fast-moving field.
Keywords: Polymers, Vehicles, Plastics, Energy, Battery Operated Vehicle, Electrical Vehicle
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Journal of Polymer and Composites
| Volume | |
| Received | May 23, 2024 |
| Accepted | June 15, 2024 |
| Published | June 25, 2024 |