Design and Optimization of a Super Capacitor-Based High-Speed Charging System for Electric Vehicles

Abstract

In this study, the design and optimization of high-speed charging systems for supercapacitor banks are investigated to meet the fast charging needs of electric vehicles. The limitations of current energy storage technologies and the requirements for fast charging of electric vehicles are addressed. While examining the advantages and energy storage potentials of supercapacitors, appropriate capacity, and voltage levels are determined in the design process to increase the charging speed. Additionally, power electronic components and control strategies are discussed to enhance the efficiency of the charging system. These components and strategies aim to optimize the fast charging process by enabling supercapacitors to be charged with maximum efficiency. The effectiveness and optimization potential of the design are evaluated and discussed through simulations conducted using the Matlab/Simulink software program. This article emphasizes the significance of supercapacitor-based high-speed charging systems in meeting the fast charging needs of electric vehicles and provides a foundation for future advancements. With the progress of electric vehicle technologies, supercapacitor-based charging systems aim to enable faster and more efficient charging, thereby further popularizing the use of electric vehicles.