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Application Engineering and Integration Services

We have decades of experience in electric and hybrid electric vehicle integration, ranging from bicycles, wheelchairs and motor scooters to automobiles, buses and trucks - both for commercial customers and the military.

Many of our projects begin as feasibility evaluations for customers to determine if a new electric or hybrid electric propulsion concept is appropriate for their application. The process entails defining customer requirements in terms of performance, operating environment, reliability, timeframe, cost, and any other factors unique to the specific application. Next, proprietary vehicle simulation software is used to define the optimum system configuration and components, including size, weight, efficiency, method of operation and cost. Finally, we recommend one or more design options with an accurate estimate of development effort, vehicle performance and costs.

Once an application project is launched, the degree of integration performed by us can range from simply supplying components and subsystems to the customer and providing limited integration support, to taking on total integration responsibility and providing the customer with a turnkey solution. Integration projects can be for subsystems such as engine generators and geared propulsion systems, or for complete vehicles. Vehicle programs typically involve converting OEM-supplied conventional vehicles to a battery electric, hybrid electric or fuel cell electric configuration. In addition to performing full system integration for purpose-built vehicles, we can also assume complete ground-up vehicle design responsibilities.

A typical on-road hybrid electric vehicle conversion project would involve removing from the stock vehicle the engine, transmission, drive line, exhaust system, fuel system, cabling and gauges, and making the necessary modifications to accommodate the batteries, engine generator and propulsion system. All required componetry would then be installed, including newly designed cabling and appropriate gauges. At the completion of the project a fully operational vehicle is delivered to the customer tested to customer's specifications.

Our facilities are equipped with a vehicle development/experimental garage which includes fabrication, machining, vehicle assembly equipment and a high bay area that accommodates several large vehicles for vehicle teardown and assembly.  All customer programs are secure for maintaining confidentiality.

We also maintain a variety of electronic equipment to support integration projects including on-vehicle component, subsystem and complete vehicle testing. Test tracks and large vehicle dynamometers are also accessible in the immediate area of our facility.

If you would like to speak to us about a new program or for more information, please contact us at sales@uqm.com or 303-278-2002.