A notable application of Nikola Tesla’s Alternating Current induction motor is the Electric Vehicle (EV). EVs are powered by an electric motor rather than a conventional gasoline engine. It is important to make the distinction between an EV and a hybrid, plug-in hybrid, or hydrogen fuel cell car. For our analysis, an EV is a vehicle that is completely driven by an electric motor, which is powered by a large battery, such as the BMW i3 and the Tesla Model S.
Although EVs have been available since the 1890s, when EVs outsold gasoline powered cars ten to one [1], they have become more relevant in the past decade as greenhouse gas emissions reach all time highs. In fact, atmospheric CO2 (the primary greenhouse gas emitted from combustion) concentration as of September 2015 was 397.64 ppm [2]. To put this figure into perspective, consider that in the past 400 thousand years (excluding the last century) CO2 concentration did not surpass 300 ppm [3]. The increase in atmospheric CO2 can be correlated to an increase in the average global temperature. According to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) the increase in greenhouse gases collectively over the past two centuries has led to a temperature increase of 0.85◦C [4]. Although some may claim that the effect of the rise of CO2 concentration levels on average temperature is exaggerated, it is generally accepted that increases in atmospheric CO2 lead to higher temperatures. Higher average global temperatures serve as
In the last 100 years, the amount of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere has increased, causing the Earth to warm by an average of 0.6 degrees celsius, largely a result of burning fossil fuels for energy, transportation, and land use changes increased for food production. The basic science is straightforward and climate researchers have shown that gases such as carbon dioxide, methane and others can trap heat in the Earth’s atmosphere, causing a phenomenon known as the greenhouse effect. Human activities such as industry, transport, energy generation and deforestation all produce these greenhouse gases. In the last 20 years, concern has grown that global warming is inevitable and now considered most probably caused by man-made increases in
With all the new parts such as electric engine we are moving away from the constraining fossil fuels this could be a solution to climate change and has been seen by so many that the Los Angeles police are releasing 100 new electric police cars (Mcdermott 2). This push from gas and diesel engines make our carbon footprint decrease massively.
With the automobile, came one of the most widely used technologies in the world, the invention of the internal combustion engine which has left a noticeable impact on many parts of today’s world. One of the most widely debated and controversial topics having to do with the automobile is its effect on the environment. Al Gore, former United States Vice President and Nobel Peace Prize award winner, has spent many years trying to argue the negative effects that the internal combustion engine leaves on our planet. In his presidential campaign in 2000, he preached the ideas of a cleaner environment and better ways of living. He said, “When we seek to artificially enhance our capacity to acquire what we need from the earth, we do so at the direct expense of the earth’s ability to provide naturally what we are seeking. We frequently ignore the impact of our technological alchemy on natural processes. When we manufacture millions of internal combustion engines and automate the conversion of oxygen to CO2, we interfere with the earth’s ability to cleanse itself of the impurities that are normally removed from the atmosphere.” He has led many people to believe that the automobile of today is leaving a terrible and lasting effect on the earth’s atmosphere, and that it is one of the primary causes of the term “Global Warming.” Although Gore has had a giant following and
“1 gallon of gas =24 pounds of global warming emissions” (UCSUSA). Many of the people in our world today don’t understand just how much The Automobile affects us, our lives, and the world we live in. Undoubtedly, the invention of the car has changed our perspective on the different technology created over the past years. However, cars are some of the leading factors towards one of the largest ongoing problems occurring in our world today. That problem goes by the name of global warming. “Since 1990, Transportation has been one of the fastest growing sources of U.S. GHG” (U.S.D.T), otherwise known as Greenhouse gasses. In which most of us know; global warming affects our health, environment, weather, and ultimately our lives. It is a
Along with the rapid economic development in the past several decades, environmental problems come to the public’s attention recently. People from different countries all around the world start to pay more attention to the environmental issues. One of the most concerned issues is global warming which is mostly caused by the greenhouse gases emissions. Global warming will lead to long-lasting changes in our climate and may threaten people’s health and welfare for current and future generations. [1] United States Environmental Protection Agency finds that in 2012, the electric power sector accounted for 32% of U.S. total greenhouse gas emissions. [1] Power plants are the largest source of U.S. CO2 emissions. [1] Since the
The debates on the global warming prompted stakeholders to adopt innovative approaches, to combat the adverse effects of climate change. With the advent of globalization, the issue became a concern for local governments, states, and the international fraternity (Holden, 2010). One of greenhouse gases sources was identified to be vehicle emissions; therefore, it was one of the areas that required focus, initiative, and innovation to curb environmental pollution, maintain a balanced ecology, and mitigate problems attributed to climate change (Holden, 2010). Among the green technological innovations that would ensure a reduction in the emission of greenhouse gases was the development of hybrid cars, for example, the Google self-driving car. Although
by rising levels of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. This carbon dioxide is a byproduct of the
This paper will be an introduction to the Model S produced by Tesla Motor Inc. The company was founded in 2003 brining innovative fuel efficient vehicles to the market that intrigued consumers everywhere. The Model S was first announced in 2008 and not introduced until 2012. For Telsa, the Model S proves that electric cars are no longer a thing of the past, but now more relevant than gasoline powered vehicles. The Model S was designed by Chief Designer Franz von Holzhausen as an innovative way to provide consumers with an electric vehicle. This vehicle meets many expectations including, efficiency, safety, luxury, and aerodynamic performance. Tesla Motors Model S was “designed from a clean sheet of paper to prove that no compromises to
Since the industrial revolution, the environment has gotten contaminated with carbon dioxide, the product of any combustion reaction. For many years a lot of improvement has been made in order for big industries to release less harmful gases to the atmosphere. Since 2012 the number of electric cars roaming around the world have quadrupled. This growth is linked to subsidies offered by different governments in order to reduce greenhouse gas emission. These cars are popular in many places like Norway, Quebec, and California. Recent ads suggest shifting to these cars due to their “zero emission feature”, since they run on electricity, their engine doesn’t have a combustion reaction and no carbon dioxide gets released. While it’s true that the act of driving one of these cars doesn’t contaminate the environment, there’s other factors to consider for if this transition is really all that beneficial like the media claims.
Technology has been advancing since the turn of the century at an unparalleled pace with the constant announcement of new gadgets and innovations. Of the thousands of new technological advancements made in the past decade, the introduction of the electric car has been the most widely discussed topic. Electric cars are one hundred percent emission free and can replace the fire spitting, bone chilling sounds of a thunderous gasoline engine with the eloquent silence of luxury and speed. However, as with all things technological, electric vehicles have their problems. Electric cars have several benefits and could possibly replace gas cars in the future, but they are not refined enough to take over the world today because of a few technicalities
My project is about “Improving Tesla and Solutions”. Keeping in mind the end goal to dodge such sort of issues, all should utilize the vehicles which are not contaminating the Earth 's surroundings. Electrical autos regard use to beat these issues. Tesla is one of the top organizations to give great electrical autos, however, in a couple of portions it is absent to fulfill it higher. Those are Price, Marketing Strategy and its Range, If Tesla
The purpose for this research paper is to introduce and familiarize students with the basic concepts and components of electric vehicles. In doing so, we will be able to give a better and more detailed explanation of the luxurious Tesla Model S electric vehicle’s components such as the battery, its methods of charging and the types of motors that are implemented in the Model S, and how the Model S sets itself apart from the rest of the competition, whether it be electric vehicles, hybrid electric vehicles, or vehicles that implement an internal combustion engine or even the most fastest of racecars ever made such as the Mclaren F1.
This book is divided into several chapters; some of the chapters are relevant to my research question. They include: the history of electric cars up to 1990, controls and power electronics, energy sources 2-other technologies and more. All these chapters, the main once are chapter 7, 8 and 9. I decided to put more attention on these chapters since it will make me understand how hybrid electric cars generate electricity.
The principle of electric vehicles is to allow consumers to completely avoid the direct use of fossil fuels in order to preserve the environment. Electric vehicles are enlarged toy cars. There are three main components of the car. Similar to a radio-controlled car, EVs require an electric motor, a controller, and a battery (What). In comparison to the internal combustion engine, these parts allow the car to remain free of fossil fuels. The operation of the car follows a similar principle compared to the conventional car. First, there is an energy source, such as an electric battery or gasoline. Next, the components cooperate to convert potential energy into mechanical energy. Although the concepts are similar, the procedure remains different between the two vehicles. An electric car relies on controllers to operate.
Greenhouse gases come from such mainstays of modern life as electrical power plants, automobiles, and heavy industry. Growing consumption of fuel by less efficient cars and light trucks suggests that motor vehicles may soon overtake industry as the largest source of gases suspected of causing global warming by effectively creating a greenhouse around the Earth. Many people do not want to decrease their standard of living by reducing their consumption of fossil fuels. These people do not realize that if they reduce their consumption, there will be a reduction in the amount of greenhouse gases. If this does not happen and global warming continues, the long-term effects may be catastrophic.