For some time now, batteries have been much more than just a means of storing energy. They are a key technology that keeps our modern world moving forward. They power e-bikes and cars, improve the performance of our tools, and enable us to stay in touch with our friends and family — not to mention everyone else — when we are on the go. New battery technologies have made the cells more powerful and more durable than ever before. Bosch is developing battery systems that make the most efficient use of this energy density. In our topic, you will meet some of the incredible people who benefit from Bosch battery technologies — such as artist Adam Detre as he created a spectacular sculpture for the Finnish Midsummer. But while battery efficiency has been optimized and battery life extended by up to 35 percent in some cases, the problem remains that batteries age and are expensive to dispose of. Meanwhile, the demand for lithium-ion batteries is growing, especially in the field of electromobility. This prompted Sebastian Krieger and his team at Bosch Rexroth to develop an automation process that greatly accelerates the laborious procedure of recycling automotive batteries. You can also find out how long Bosch has been working on electromobility and why ice climber Bernhard Wirtz relies on battery technology from Bosch. Enjoy the read and have fun learning!
The starter motor and generator are combined in a single component, which is connected to the 48-volt battery. The battery supplies power to the combined starter-generator, which in turn also sends power back to the battery. One purpose of the combined starter-generator is to help propel the vehicle. For example, the power stored in the 48-volt battery can be used to provide an extra boost via the electric motor to the torque delivered by the internal combustion engine when the vehicle is accelerating.