Insights and how-tos from the eMobility Academy team.
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) - Alerts drivers when drifting out of their lane. Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) - Actively corrects steering to keep the vehicle in its lane. Laminated Glass - Safety glass used in vehicle windows. Launch Control - System optimizing acceleration from a st
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Keyless Entry System - Allows vehicle access without using a physical key. Key Fob - Remote control for locking, unlocking, and starting a vehicle. Kilowatt (kW) - Unit measuring electric power output. Kilowatt-hour (kWh) - Measure of electric energy used by EVs. Kinetic Energy R
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J1772 Connector - Standard EV charging connector used in North America. Jackknife Prevention System - Safety system preventing trailer jackknifing. Jack Stand - Equipment supporting a lifted vehicle during maintenance. Jack Point - Designated spot for lifting a vehicle with a jac
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ICE (Internal Combustion Engine) - Engine powered by fuel combustion, used in hybrids. ICE Vehicle - Vehicle powered entirely by an internal combustion engine. ICU (Integrated Control Unit) - Central control system managing vehicle functions. Ignition Coil - Component converting
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H-Bridge Inverter - Circuit used to drive electric motors in EVs. H-VAC System - Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning system in vehicles. Hall Effect Sensor - Sensor detecting magnetic fields for motor control. Handbrake - Parking brake used to keep the vehicle stationary.
DIYguru · 12/14/2024
G-force Sensor - Device measuring acceleration forces acting on a vehicle. G-Vectoring Control - System improving handling by adjusting engine torque. Galvanic Corrosion - Corrosion caused by dissimilar metals in contact. Garage Charging Station - Home-based EV charging unit. Gea
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FCEV (Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle) - Vehicle powered by hydrogen fuel cells. FEA (Finite Element Analysis) - Simulation for stress and performance testing. Fender - Panel covering the wheel area to prevent debris spray. Fiberglass Body - Lightweight body material used in some EVs.
DIYguru · 12/14/2024
E-axle - Integrated electric drivetrain combining motor, inverter, and transmission. E-bike - Electric bicycle powered by a battery. E-call System - Emergency call system for vehicle accidents. E-drive System - Complete electric drivetrain in an EV. E-mobility - Use of electric-p
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DC Charger - A charger providing direct current to rapidly charge EV batteries. DC Motor - A motor powered by direct current, used in some EVs. Dead Weight - Unloaded vehicle weight without passengers or cargo. Deceleration Sensor - Sensor detecting vehicle slowing for safety sys
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Cabin Air Filter - Filter ensuring clean air inside the vehicle. Cabin Heating System - System providing warmth to the vehicle interior. Cabin Insulation - Material reducing heat loss and noise in the cabin. Cabin Ventilation - System controlling airflow inside the vehicle. Cable
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Back EMF - Voltage generated by a motor when it rotates. Backup Battery - Secondary battery used in emergencies. Backup Camera - Camera aiding in vehicle reversing. Balanced Load - Equal power distribution in an electrical system. Ball Bearing - Component reducing friction in rot
DIYguru · 12/14/2024
AC Charger - A charger that supplies alternating current (AC) to an EV. AC Induction Motor - An electric motor commonly used in EVs. AC Power - Electrical power delivered as alternating current. Accessory Battery - A secondary battery powering vehicle accessories. Active Aerodyna
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