This Small Part Made in Brazil Could Boost Electric Car Performance

Written by Paulo Nogueira

Published on 30/05/2023 at 19:35

Updated on 30/05/2023 at 19:36

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Accelerating The Future: How Innovative Fastening Technologies Optimize The Performance Of Electric Cars

The electric automotive industry is a rapidly growing market, with Precedence Research predicting that the sector’s value will exceed the impressive mark of US$ 1,716.83 billion by 2032, a significant jump from the US$ 205.58 billion recorded in 2022. As new models emerge, the quest for continuous improvement in overall vehicle performance is a constant challenge. In addition to electric cars, the automotive industry also includes vehicles such as tractors, construction equipment, boats, and aircraft.

Raising The Game: The Impact Of The Battery On Weight And Performance

Specifically, the battery – a vital component of electric cars – has a significant weight that contributes to the total weight of the vehicle and directly affects the range. An electric car battery console can have up to 12 modules, containing 24 unit cells, representing about ¼ of the vehicle’s total weight, between 250 and 300 kg for an average electric car. Therefore, engineers are looking for solutions to improve this scenario and increase the efficiency of electric vehicles.

Transforming Fastening With Sealing Rivet Nuts

Fastening systems have also evolved to align with this trend, adapting to the development and use of advanced materials in the production of batteries for electric vehicles. A notable innovation is the ability to fasten battery consoles with sealing rivet nuts, which not only ensure proper cooling and prevent contaminants from entering but also extend the battery’s lifespan.

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Furthermore, this technology allows manufacturers to produce lighter and more sustainable electric batteries, replacing steel with aluminum and eliminating welding from the production line. This fastening approach also protects the environment against potential contaminant leaks when the battery reaches the end of its life and needs to be disposed of or remanufactured.

Böllhoff is a leading company that, meeting strict sealing and automotive quality standards, has developed a specific line of sealing rivet nuts – the RIVKLE® Seal Ring. The integration technology (HSA) developed by Böllhoff also allows for the full automation of production lines, with control and monitoring of the rivet nut application process, resulting in significant gains in productivity, agility, and reliability.

Beyond The Battery: Expanding The Scope Of Fastening

Beyond battery consoles, sealing rivet nuts can be used in the production of refrigeration compressors and electronic modules for electric vehicles, resulting in a range of benefits. These advantages include weight and cost reduction, thickness limitation, contamination prevention, noise absorption from vibration, and flexible cable fastening, among others.

In summary, advanced fastening systems will continue to evolve alongside industry trends, supporting manufacturers in offering increasingly efficient electric cars with greater range.

About The Böllhoff Group

Böllhoff is a global partner in 360° fastening technology, offering integrated assembly and logistics solutions. With more than 3,300 employees worldwide, the company continues to shape the future of fastening technology. For more information, visit www.boellhoff.com/br.

This Small Part Made in Brazil Could Boost Electric Car Performance

Accelerating The Future: How Innovative Fastening Technologies Optimize The Performance Of Electric Cars

Raising The Game: The Impact Of The Battery On Weight And Performance

Transforming Fastening With Sealing Rivet Nuts

Beyond The Battery: Expanding The Scope Of Fastening

About The Böllhoff Group

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