BAE Systems, Eaton Collaborate on Electric Drive Solutions
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BAE Systems is collaborating with the power management company Eaton to develop an integrated electric vehicle system for medium-duty trucks, the companies announced May 1.
The companies will initially offer a solution for the medium-duty commercial truck platform market. They already have a Class 7 pickup and delivery demonstration vehicle in development.
Their aim is to provide equipment manufacturers with a durable, high-performance, compact, efficient and optimized system that is flexible enough to work with multiple EV platforms.
“Our complementary strengths and industry knowledge in providing clean transportation solutions will address a critical need for new, clean technology options for the global truck market,” said Steve Trichka, vice president of power and propulsion solutions at BAE Systems. “Together, BAE Systems and Eaton will enable electric drive systems that are efficient, modular and scalable for our customers.”
BAE Systems will incorporate its power-dense electric motor and advanced silicon carbide/gallium nitride power electronics suite with Eaton’s MD 4-speed EV transmission to provide an EV system for medium-duty vehicles as part of the collaboration.
“Eaton is delighted to collaborate with BAE Systems to provide more electrified powertrain solutions to our commercial vehicle customers,” said Mark Kramer, business unit director of e-powertrains at Eaton’s Vehicle Group. “Our medium-duty 4-speed EV transmissions are proven in the industry to offer class-leading performance through superior acceleration and gradeability, while delivering advanced efficiency for the EV system.” — Transport Topics
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