As more people choose e-scooters and e-bikes for daily commute as well as for recreational use, the market for electric two-wheelers is revolutionizing the transportation sector. The Electric Two-Wheeler (E2W) ecosystem, a whole set of pre-validated reference designs, has been released by Microchip Technology.
It tackles important issues in the development of e-scooters and e-bikes, such as time-to-market, safety, system integration, and power efficiency.
Microchip helps manufacturers to expedite development and create reliable, feature-rich electric two-wheelers by providing automotive-grade, scalable solutions.
A versatile, scalable platform that can be tailored to different power levels and feature needs is offered by Microchip’s automotive-grade components and modular reference designs.
Next-generation e-scooters and e-bikes with optimum power, safety, and intelligence may be swiftly brought to market by developers with the help of extensive design files, schematics, Bill of Materials (BOM), and international technical support.
Key Solutions of Microchip’s E2W Ecosystem
Optimized Power and Battery Efficiency
- Advanced Battery Management System (BMS) with intelligent power conversion and sensing maximizes energy utilization to extend battery life and vehicle range, as well as increases safety.
- 48V to 12V Power Conversion Reference Design ensures high-efficiency power distribution, improving overall system reliability.
Fast and Flexible Charging Solutions
- 4 kW Single-Phase AC EV Charger Reference Design offers reliable home charging with built-in protection features.
- USB-PD Dual Charging Port is designed to provide fast, flexible charging for mobile devices to enhance user convenience.
High-Performance Traction Motor Control
- 350W to 10 kW traction motor control reference designs deliver smooth acceleration, improved energy efficiency and precise control.
- Pre-integrated firmware and modular design simplify system development and reduces time-to-market.
Seamless System Integration and Smart Vehicle Control
- Vehicle Control Unit (VCU), Remote Keyless Entry (RKE), Hands-On/Off Detection and Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS) work together to enhance the security and safety of the electric two-wheeler.
- Integrated telematics and asset tracking provide real-time monitoring, theft prevention and fleet management capabilities.
Intelligent Touch Display and Connected User Experience
- 720×720 round LCD Instrument Cluster using Microchip’s SAM9X75 MPU with MIPI® DSI, dual GbE and NAND Flash offers real-time data visualization and smart connectivity.
- maXTouch® ATMXT640UD and ATMXT641TD touchscreen controllers offers accurate touch performance in extreme weather and rain with thick gloves.
- Cloud-enabled remote diagnostics and performance tracking enhance the rider experience and optimize fleet operations.
Leadership Comments
“Manufacturers often struggle with optimizing power efficiency, ensuring seamless system integration and meeting evolving safety standards,” said Joe Thomsen, corporate vice president of Microchip’s dsPIC business unit. “Microchip’s Electric Two-Wheeler Ecosystem directly addresses these design challenges with pre-validated, high-performance solutions that help accelerate product development and enhance vehicle reliability.”
Microchip’s Electric Two-Wheeler Ecosystem delivers pre-validated, high-performance solutions that help manufacturers reduce development time, optimize power efficiency and enhance safety in e-scooters and e-bikes. To learn more, visit Microchip’s Electric Two-Wheeler web page.
