Exploring the Role of Advanced Composite Materials in Current Electric Vehicles

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Dr. Sunil Kumar Gupta

Dr. Javed Khan Bhutto

Dr. Sunil Kumar Chaudhary

Ashish Raj

  1. Professor Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Poornima University, Jaipur Rajasthan India
  2. Associate Professor Department of Electrical Engineering, King Khalid University, Abha, Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia Dubai
  3. Professor Department of Electrical Engineering, Galgotia College of Engineering (GCET), Greater Noida Uttar Pradesh India
  4. Associate Professor Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Poornima University, Jaipur Rajasthan India

Abstract

This paper examines the pivotal role of advanced composite materials in the realm of current electric vehicles (EVs). With their exceptional qualities and lightweight nature, composites have become the preferred material across diverse industries. Conventional internal combustion cars, notorious for their heavy and inefficient design, have exacerbated pollution levels, particularly in urban areas. In response, lightweight composite materials are gradually replacing heavier metals in vehicle production, offering enhanced durability, fatigue resistance, and shape ability. However, the selection of advanced composite materials involves a tradeoff between price and performance. This paper explores the latest developments in the global automotive composites market and their profound impact on industry trends. Moreover, the global drive towards sustainable transportation and carbon reduction is closely aligned with the use of composite materials in automobiles. The paper concludes by proposing avenues for future research aimed at overcoming challenges and maximizing the utilization of composite materials in automotive applications, particularly in the context of electric vehicles.

Keywords: Electric Vehicles, Recyclable Polymers, Composites, Sustainability, India, Automotive Industry

How to cite this article: Dr. Sunil Kumar Gupta, Dr. Javed Khan Bhutto, Dr. Sunil Kumar Chaudhary, Ashish Raj. Exploring the Role of Advanced Composite Materials in Current Electric Vehicles. Journal of Polymer and Composites. 2024; ():-.
How to cite this URL: Dr. Sunil Kumar Gupta, Dr. Javed Khan Bhutto, Dr. Sunil Kumar Chaudhary, Ashish Raj. Exploring the Role of Advanced Composite Materials in Current Electric Vehicles. Journal of Polymer and Composites. 2024; ():-. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/jopc/article=2024/view=152039

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Received April 30, 2024
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