Unico, an EV test solution provider based in Wisconsin, has recently introduced its latest innovation – the Quantum Drive Platform. While the name might evoke thoughts of drive systems, the platform is actually designed to assist companies in developing and validating batteries for electric vehicles. The goal of the platform is to reduce installation costs and operating expenses while simultaneously increasing testing efficiency.
The Quantum Drive Platform, according to Unico, enables multiple pack, module, and cell test channels to be used in a single system for “back-to-back” battery testing. Furthermore, the discharge energy generated can be used as the charge energy for another channel or connected to an energy storage system for later use.
Unico will commence pilot programs to test the Quantum Drive Platform this summer before customer deliveries begin in Q3 2023. The company is confident that this innovative solution will help overcome some of the most common challenges encountered in developing and testing batteries for electric vehicles.
Don Wright, VP of Engineering at Unico, said, “Developing and testing batteries for electric vehicles requires the validation of cells, modules, and packs across a wide operating range. This testing necessitates multiple high-power feeds and significant floor space, which leads to high installation and operational costs. The new Quantum Drive Platform from Unico aims to address these challenges by allowing companies to recirculate the energy from different pieces of test equipment, resulting in tremendous cost and floor space savings for our customers.”
The new platform will offer immense benefits to companies involved in EV battery testing, including cost savings, improved testing efficiency, and the ability to validate battery performance across a broad range of operating conditions. The platform’s flexibility and adaptability make it an excellent solution for companies looking to remain competitive in the fast-paced and rapidly evolving EV industry.
Unico’s Quantum Drive Platform is a groundbreaking innovation that promises to revolutionize the way companies develop and test batteries for electric vehicles. With the launch of this innovative solution, Unico is poised to become a leader in the EV testing industry while helping companies overcome some of the most significant challenges in this field.
