Automotive
Integrated AIoT technology: The key to developing a smart charging solution
By Johnny Wu, director, Innodisk Corporation E
Vs - the cleaner, eco-friendlier way to travel - have become increasingly popular as the world prioritizes sustainability. The surge in EV usage has also sparked an increase in demand for charging facilities. To fully support the growing number of EVs, reliable and efficient charging infrastructure is essential. The current ratio of charging stations to electric cars leaves much to be desired. Certain locations have an overflow of EVs, thus resulting in extensive wait times for those seeking a charge. Conversely, certain charging stations need to be more utilized due to the shortage of electric cars circulating in their vicinity. Striking the correct balance between EVs and charging stations is pivotal for the ongoing success and expansion of the electric vehicle market.
There are plans to expand the quantity of EV charging stations around the world to bolster the growth of the electric vehicle market. Furthermore, large car manufacturers are investing significantly in constructing their own charging networks to ensure their clients can access dependable and convenient charging alternatives. However, before these plans and ideals are in place, the most important issue will be maintaining stable performance and providing uninterrupted charging services, even under high-density usage, for the existing charging equipment.
Challenges of building and operating With the rise of EVs, demand for charging stations will increase, requiring a vigilant watch on system performance and necessary improvements and enhancing the efficiency of EV charging infrastructure. The upkeep of public charging stations is a top priority to guarantee access, functionality, and quick repair.
Considering the circumstances above, the following four elements can facilitate the development of a comprehensive
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intelligent charging infrastructure utilizing currently available products and solutions:
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Maximizing the efficiency of existing charging stations requires the implementation of AI and IoT technologies to enable smart charging. This involves utilizing an AI platform as an accelerator to process large volumes of data and optimize AI computations, which can be offered by Innodisk Group, a leading provider of AIoT solutions. FPGA, GPU, and ASIC accelerators can significantly enhance AI algorithms, resulting in improved performance, reduced latency, and increased efficiency in smart charging. Additionally, an AIoT management server and software development kit are crucial for enabling various AI application training and inference. Furthermore, along with the AI-related technologies, the deployment of edge devices is also essential for enabling artificial
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intelligence. For instance, in the case of smart EV charging, camera modules play a critical role in vehicle and license plate recognition as well as the drivers’ parking behaviours.
2. OOB management
Out-of-band (OOB) management is a critical part for modern EV charging infrastructure, as it provides a secondary management network that allows for remote access to charging stations in case of primary network failure. This ensures 24/7 operation and minimizes inconvenience to EV drivers while also enhancing cybersecurity by enabling remote diagnosis and resolution of issues. In collaboration with Microsoft Azure, Innodisk has developed an SSD with innovative OOB-inspired functions. This advanced solution boasts versatile management capabilities, including intelligent data analysis, robust data security, and cloud-based remote control.
It is designed to enable comprehensive network management, both in-band and out-of-band, ensuring seamless recovery even in the event of an operating system crash. Additionally, a lightning-fast on-site recovery solution is available for frontline workers to quickly address system crashes at the site, optimizing the OOB structure with streamlined troubleshooting through a simple one-click process, resulting in full recovery at a minimal cost. Additionally, intelligent system expansion modules can be an alternative option to support remote management and power reset, effectively addressing up to 80 per cent of edge-end failures through quick reboots. Without the out-of-band solution, during connection failures, device shutdowns, and OS crashes, the device cannot be monitored remotely through the primary device’s LAN port or Wi-Fi connection.
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