Electrified Vehicles
The Principals of INTGR8 were responsible for product and process development at Azure Dynamics growing Azure to one of the leading hybrid and electric commercial vehicle developers in the world. From concept to production we have developed a wide variety of vehicles and systems with millions of miles in service.
Controls DevelopmentRapid prototype and production powertrain and vehicle controls development and software licensing.
Experience with many hybrid and electric vehicle variations, from light to heavy duty and industrial vehicles and various fuel types. |
Product PlanningProgram planning
Product Development planning Vehicle simulation modelling System and component requirements Technology roadmaps Intellectual property review and strategy |
Test & Analysis SolutionsTailored vehicle controls data logging and analysis
Design validation and certification test planning Hi-voltage systems experience |
Development Experience
Powertrain architecture and control
- Powertrain architecture development, component right-sizing and vehicle performance simulations
- Efficient EV and HEV drive software, from proof of concept to OEM production, using highly modular, extensive, re-usable, validated software functions
- Extensive integration and calibration expertise with OEM engines, transmissions, body modules, ABS/ESP and other electronic units
- Diagnostics, OBD
- Effective control and management of tailpipe emissions
- Mechanical integration, including crash, thermal management, durability
- Electrical design and integration of both low and high voltage systems for robustness, safety and EMC compliance
- Design and release engineering for high voltage batteries, and other critical components
Energy Storage
- Design and release engineering
- Requirements definition, technical evaluation and issue resolution
- Supplier management
- Experience with most chemistries: Li-Ion; NiMH; Lead Acid; NaNiCl; Ultra-capacitors
Validation and Certification
- Full powertrain and structural validation to OEM standards
- Certification crash testing
- Vehicle certification to North American and European standards, as Manufacturer of Record and as Intermediate Manufacturer
- CARB and EPA approvals