Test Bench Phase Shift-ICE to EV

Since last decade automotive Industry is witnessing transition from ICE to EV due to stringent environmental laws by government bodies and technological breakthrough. EV technology is emerging day by day. Biggest challenge in front of OEM is the phase shift from ICE to EV. OEM need to decide on glide path for test rig development for this change to support ICE & EV powertrain validation to deliver reliable product to their customers. In EV development, major focus is on investment for battery development. Hence, for the Motor and Gearbox validation balanced approach is to upgrade existing ICE test bench for the EV with minimum effort and cost. This paper provides details on need and approach required to make the ICE test bench capable for EV powertrain validation. Proposed methodology helps to support both type of powertrain and have maximum utilization of the test bench. This paper provides guideline for selection of the additional parts required for EV validation on ICE test bench and its integration. This paper also discuss the challenges faced during the integration and few solutions identified to address same. This paper also provide details of performance and durability test which can be conducted on such type of test bench to simulate the vehicle conditions.