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6 articles for “Lightweight hybrid electric vehicles”
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Development and Experimental Investigation of a Light Weight Hybrid Electric Vehicle Using Lithium-Ion Battery and EDLC Supercapacitor Integration
Abstract: Lightweight hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) have gained significant attention as an environmentally friendly and efficient mode of transportation. However, their energy storage systems (ESS) often face challenges such as limited battery lifespan, inadequate power delivery during peak demand, and inefficient energy recovery during braking. This research focuses on the development and experimental evaluation of a hybrid energy storage system (HESS) integrating Lithium-Ion Batteries (LIB) and Electric Double-Layer Capacitors (EDLC) for …
Published in Journal of Automobile Engineering and Applications · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 26–40 Read article
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Next-Generation Lightweight Nanocomposite Structures for Electric Mobility
Abstract: The rapid expansion of the electric vehicle (EV) sector has intensified the demand for battery enclosures that are lightweight, mechanically strong, thermally stable, and environmentally sustainable. This research focuses on the design and sustainable fabrication of hybrid nanocomposites for advanced EV battery housings. The proposed material system integrates carbon fiber, glass fiber, and graphene nanoplatelets within a bio-based epoxy matrix, resulting in improved mechanical strength, enhanced thermal stability, and superior …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1147–1156 Read article
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Lightweight Composite Materials for Electric Vehicles (EVs) and Public and Private Transport
Abstract: The rapid expansion of the electric vehicle (EV) industry has intensified the demand for battery enclosures that are lightweight, durable, thermally stable, and environmentally sustainable. This study investigates the design and sustainable fabrication of hybrid nanocomposites for advanced EV battery housings. The proposed composite system combines carbon fiber, glass fiber, and graphene nanoplatelets within a bio-based epoxy matrix, resulting in superior mechanical strength, enhanced thermal stability, and excellent flame retardancy.A …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 470–481 Read article
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Critical Review on Multifunctional Polymer Composites for Weight Reduction and AI Based Battery Thermal Management in Electric Vehicles
Abstract: The rapid growth of electric vehicles (EVs) has intensified the need for advanced materials and intelligent control systems capable of improving energy efficiency, driving range, thermal safety, and overall vehicle sustainability. This paper presents a critical review of multifunctional polymer composites and artificial intelligence-based battery thermal management systems (AI-BTMS) for next-generation EV applications. Polymer composites reinforced with carbon fibers, graphene, boron nitride, nanoclays, and carbon nanotubes offer significant advantages over …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 603–619 Read article
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Green Energy and Intelligent Transportation: The Role of Composite Materials in Electric and Automotive Sectors
Abstract: The global transition toward sustainable mobility is accelerating, driven by mounting concerns over climate change, urban congestion, and the rapid development of green energy technologies. At the heart of this transformation lie intelligent transportation systems (ITS) and electric vehicles (EVs), which are collectively reshaping the future of modern transportation. Within this context, composite materials have emerged as key enablers, offering lightweight, durable, and energy-efficient solutions that enhance vehicle performance, range, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1096–1111 Read article
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Advancements in Polymer Composites for Hybrid Electric Vehicles: Market Potential and Future Directions
Abstract: Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEVs) are essential for moving on the right track towards trying to achieve the future of sustainable transport by playing the following roles of increasing efficiency and reduction in emissions. Partner commodity materials contribute to this shift because of their features like lightweight and high-stiffness and are exemplified by polymer composites. These materials improve the HEV performance by enabling weight reduction of the vehicle, thus leading to …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 416–431 Read article