The BMW Wireless Charging System Makes Charging an Afterthought
Justin Lam — May 15, 2018 — Autos
References: thedrive & digitaltrends
The new BMW wireless charging system hopes to provide the simplest solution to charging cars in the electric vehicle revolution. The system is set to release in July 2018 and will be available for BMW 530e owners in Europe, with a small batch of chargers being available in California. The system can currently charge a vehicle 3.5 hours, which is about 15 percent longer than plugging it in. This may seem like a downgrade in performance but the appeal of the BMW wireless charging system lies more in its convenience rather than its performance. The ability to simply drive over a charger reduces a lot of stress for electric car owners and makes refilling the battery incredibly easy.
Unlike wireless mobile phone chargers, which rely on Qi charging, this BMW wireless charging system uses integrated coils. A primary coil found the charging pad, can be installed in almost any environment. The secondary coil found on the underside of the vehicle works magnetically with the base charger to produce a charge rate of 3.2kW.
Image Credit: BMW
Unlike wireless mobile phone chargers, which rely on Qi charging, this BMW wireless charging system uses integrated coils. A primary coil found the charging pad, can be installed in almost any environment. The secondary coil found on the underside of the vehicle works magnetically with the base charger to produce a charge rate of 3.2kW.
Image Credit: BMW
Trend Themes
1. Wireless Car Charging - The convenience and ease of the BMW wireless charging system highlights the growing trend of wireless car charging.
2. Electric Vehicle Revolution - The BMW wireless charging system is a disruptive innovation opportunity within the electric vehicle industry, simplifying the charging process and reducing stress for electric car owners.
3. Integrated Coils - The use of integrated coils in the BMW wireless charging system presents a trend in wireless charging technology, paving the way for further advancements in charging efficiency and convenience.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - The automotive industry can explore opportunities in developing and implementing wireless charging systems to cater to the increasing demand for electric vehicles.
2. Technology - The technology industry can capitalize on the trend of wireless car charging by developing more efficient and integrated charging solutions.
3. Renewable Energy - The renewable energy industry can benefit from the electric vehicle revolution and the demand for wireless car charging by developing sustainable and efficient charging infrastructure.
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