Descrizione del progetto
Innovazioni nella progettazione e nell’ingegneria per veicoli elettrici a costi contenuti
I veicoli completamente elettrici, che generano zero emissioni, sono fondamentali per raggiungere gli obiettivi climatici. Il progetto ZEV-UP, finanziato dall’UE, si propone di sviluppare veicoli elettrici economici e di facile utilizzo per il trasporto di persone e merci. Utilizzando tecniche innovative a livello di progettazione e ingegneria, il progetto personalizzerà i veicoli per soddisfare esigenze specifiche, ridurre l’utilizzo di materiali e migliorare le proprietà strutturali dei loro componenti. ZEV-UP creerà inoltre modelli di gemelli digitali per incrementare l’efficienza nello sviluppo dei veicoli ed esplorare nuovi modelli di business e utilizzo, come quello noto con l’espressione «batteria come servizio». Il progetto, che pone l’accento sulla progettazione incentrata sull’utente e si basa su ricerche di mercato, mira ad accelerare la transizione verso una mobilità urbana sostenibile e a ridurre le emissioni di gas a effetto serra nel settore.
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While Fully electric vehicles (EV) have zero tailpipe emissions and are seen as a key solution to meeting the European Fit-for-55 target of reducing CO2 levels in 2030 and climate-neutrality by 2050, much more can be potentially achieved if the global market uptake of innovative EVs is accelerated. The ZEV-UP project aims to address this urgent need by developing modular, cost-effective, and user-centric EVs for both passenger and goods transportation. Leveraging innovative design and engineering techniques, ZEV-UP vehicles will be tailored to meet the specific needs of users in both developed and emerging markets, ensuring high levels of user acceptance and market uptake. Key innovations include a base L7e BEV model that is designed respectful of affordability and can be upgraded and adapted for various purposes and needs, including commercial applications and higher-value passenger vehicles. By optimizing vehicle components for reduced material usage and enhanced structural properties, the project will achieve lighter vehicles with increased autonomy and minimized environmental impact. ZEV-UP will also develop digital-twin models to improve vehicle development efficiency and reduce validation costs, as well as designing charging capabilities compatible with a variety of regional power systems. Novel business and usage models, such as Battery as a Service, will be explored to maximize the benefits and impact of the L7e BEV platform. User-centric design, informed by market research and field interviews in both established and developing countries, will be a central focus of the project. Additionally, ZEV-UP will develop a proliferation model to assess policy intervention scenarios and strategize for short- and long-term BEV uptake in various markets. By delivering these key results and adhering to its objectives, ZEV-UP will accelerate the transition to sustainable urban mobility and contribute to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions in the transport sector.
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1050 Bruxelles / Brussel
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