Embedded vision and imaging for mobility.

Solectrix and EVONOMY Group, a leader in Technical and Commercial services for Electrification, Autonomous Technologies, Connectivity, and Software — have announced a strategic partnership to feature Solectrix’s solutions within EVONOMY’s Ecosystem. At the center of this collaboration is the SXVPU (Smart eXtensible Vision Processing Unit), a rugged, high-performance platform designed to handle the most demanding multi-camera and AI-driven imaging applications. By joining the EVONOMY Ecosystem, Solectrix will provide global OEMs and system integrators with scalable, low-latency vision solutions tailored for the harsh environments of industrial and off-highway machinery.

“By partnering with EVONOMY, we gain a strong local partner who opens doors and provides valuable industry access while presenting our SXVPU platform to OEMs and integrators,” says Andreas Rottmair, CSO at Solectrix GmbH.

Solectrix distinguishes itself as a premier one-stop partner, offering vertically integrated support across the entire product lifecycle — from initial Proof of Concept and R&D to hardware/software design and industrial-grade manufacturing. By integrating the SXVPU into the EVONOMY Ecosystem, Solectrix brings a powerful Edge AI and vision processing platform to software-defined off-highway vehicles. Optimized for real-time processing of multi-camera and sensor data, the SXVPU enables advanced perception, object detection, and viewing applications with low latency, high efficiency, and reliable 24/7 operation in harsh environments.

Additionally, the SXVPU provides OEMs with the ability to implement customized AI-driven vehicle functions while maintaining robust cybersecurity and secure OTA update capabilities. This combination enables future-ready automation and intelligent vehicle architectures without compromising reliability or system integration efficiency.

"Solectrix sees North America as a key growth market for embedded vision in industrial and mobile machinery," said Andreas Rottmair. "By partnering with EVONOMY, we gain a strong local partner who opens doors and provides valuable industry access while presenting our SXVPU platform to OEMs and integrators who need rugged, low-latency multi-camera processing for demanding real-world applications." 

"The addition of Solectrix to our Ecosystem significantly strengthens our ability to support OEMs in the transition toward autonomous and software-defined platforms," said Anthony R. Giesey, SVP and Head of Engineering at EVONOMY Group. "Solectrix’s end-to-end expertise in high-end imaging and their SXVPU platform provide the sensory and processing capabilities necessary for the complex perception tasks our customers face in the off-highway and mobility sectors."

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Testing facilities for electric mobility.

The Emitech Group offers a variety and a number of unique test facilities in France, constantly evolving with the aim of supporting its customers’ innovation, in particular in the field of electric mobility. The Group already has significant test facilities available in this field. For example there is the EMCEM facility, which aims to characterize an electric vehicle motor from the electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) point of view, as well as test benches for high-voltage (HV) batteries, power electronics, calculators etc. It announces new equipment and facilities for tests in the field of hydrogen (fuel cells systems, tanks + valves). The implementation of the hydrogen sector by several stakeholders and regions in France is a strong axis of the energy transition.

Hydrogen activities: EMC, electrical, mechanical, climatic and fire testing
Hydrogen fuel cell testing requires complex facilities that incorporate a large number of constraints. These installations must be secured because hydrogen (H2) is a potentially explosive gas when it reaches a concentration of 4% in the air. Moreover, a power equivalent to 50% of the electrical production of the hydrogen fuel cell system is also dissipated as heat. This is why Emitech, after having selected a hydrogen supplier and installed H2 supply systems, had to fit out its laboratories to secure its installations with H2 sensors and to equip laboratories with dedicated cooling units.

The Group has now two laboratories in France adapted to receive all kinds of equipments, including high power hydrogen fuel cells (45kW testing capabilities now, 100kW in mid-2022). A third laboratory installation more specialized for H2 tank applications testing is also in preparation.

The first electromagnetic compatibility and electrical test laboratory has a 70m² semi-anechoic Faraday cage (H>5m) with facilities dedicated to hydrogen: an H2 supply unit connected to four V18 cylinder racks (4x158m3 of H2 compressed to 200 bars / 15°C), hydrogen detection sensors, an ATEX extractor hood for any vapors and a 45kW cooling unit. In the mechanical and climatic second test laboratory, the climatic chamber has been completely adapted and secured to receive a complete fuel cell system with a H2 supply unit connected to two V18 racks of cylinders (H2 compressed to 200 bars at 15°C) and detection sensors.

The third mechanical and climatic test laboratory has a unique expertise in fire testing as well as tank testing capabilities (hydraulic and pneumatic testing: endurance, pressure resistance, bursting, puncture, impact, overloading). It is currently being adapted to become a type IV H2 tank testing center.

Testing: a first complete 45kVA fuel cell system
Emitech is currently working with one of the leaders in Fuel Cell System in France and Europe on a project for utility vehicles powered by hydrogen fuel cells. The equipment supplier provides the manufacturer with the electrical energy, a fuel cell, for integration into a conventional electric vehicle architecture. It is a complete and complex system that includes cooling system as well as regulators for humidity, air compression, etc. In addition, the fuel cell is completed by a high-voltage battery for transient power requirements such as acceleration and for energy recovery storage, especially during braking.

The system is tested in EMC, climatic and mechanical domain in Emitech laboratories according to the automotive manufacturer's specifications involved in this project. Emitech is the only one French laboratoy to offer these campaigns and the qualification of the system regarding environmental parameters.

Emitech was able to adapt its laboratories in a few months to meet its customer's needs regarding hydrogen and to conduct these tests. Testing began in autumn 2020 for mechanical and climatic, and then in January 2021 for EMC. Other campaigns are planned and international customers have already expressed their interest for these installations. In order to support the sector's development and the increase in the power of the various equipment manufacturers' fuel cell building blocks, laboratory upgrades are already planned for 2022 to enable tests performance on 100kW FCS (Fuel Cell System).

An expansion of the developing skills
Emitech has become a member of two major networks in France in the field of hydrogen. Emitech has been a member of FRANCE HYDROGENE since january 2021, an association federating the actors (more than 400) of hydrogen and fuel cells in France. EMITECH also belongs to the general H2 circle within the NEOPOLIA network, which brings together more than 250 companies mainly from the French region Pays de la Loire.

At the same time, Emitech actively monitors standards and technical normative working group in order to keep on developping its facilities and adapt them to the customers' future needs while meeting test standards requirements. This is the case, for example, for the use of hydrogen in ports, whether for recreational boating or for the merchant marine in the long term, but also for automotive or aeronautics and its green aircraft.

• Emitech is also referenced as H2 testing laboratory in the "Guide for conformity assessment and certification of hydrogen systems", a reference synthesis document on the subject published in July 2021 by INERIS (National Institute for Industrial Environment and Risks) on behalf of ADEME (French Environment and Energy Management Agency) and FRANCE HYDROGENE.

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Future mobility.

A subscription option focused on Future Mobility is being offered by IDTechEx as part of their market intelligence subscription services, including over 10,000 original analyst-created slides, more than 100 forecast lines across 50+ mobility markets, over 200 company based profiles based on primary research, and much more.

The Future Mobility Research Subscription provides clients across the value chain with all the on-going data and independent analysis on the mobility industry they need in one place. Users can access IDTechEx's extensive market intelligence research on electric vehicles, energy storage, autonomy, components and materials, and more, all through one on-demand online platform.

From megatrends to a deep analysis of componentry and materials, the research is driven by a highly technical analyst team who are embedded in the industry, and the subscription includes dedicated time with these experts. The team works directly with clients to understand their key objectives and needs within the mobility industry, helping them to meet their goals.

Luke Gear, Principal Analyst and leader of IDTechEx’s research on future mobility, said “Over the past ten years, electric vehicle markets have surpassed expectations, growing at 86% CAGR. With governments doubling down on emissions regulation, and automaker investment increasing, electric vehicles are set to transform mobility over the next two decades. However, the greatest impact may come from the rise of autonomous vehicles, which we predict will have a profound effect on the auto market, leading to a fundamental ‘peak car’ scenario.

“Enabling these megatrends are advancements and cost reductions to the underlying componentry and materials. From Li-ion batteries to LiDAR, there are plenty of innovations to come as the industry strives to close the performance gap with internal-combustion engines, increase safety, lower costs, and overcome regulatory barriers.”

He added, “IDTechEx has the most comprehensive coverage of all aspects of the future mobility industry and is unique in providing in-depth analysis for all categories of vehicle. Our research provides an independent view of the key trends driving the latest industry decisions, and subscription clients gain access to all of this research in real-time, allowing them to stay ahead of the curve”.

Subscription packages are bespoke and can include research reports, in-depth, expert-written premium research articles on technology and market trends, company profiles with SWOT analysis, 10 and 20 year market forecasts, presentations, industry news, conference reports, webinars and more.

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Switch for e-bikest!

E-Bikes are becoming a more commonplace form of transport on our roads. The growing sales figures and increasing market share highlight their importance within the biking industry. E-Bike manufacturers are continually launching new innovations and technical advancements, such as manufacturer TQ-Systems who have initiated and established the market sector for premium class E-Bikes. They have technically revolutionized the market with its TQ HPR120S-Motor. An important component is the E-Bike sensor from ZF used for the measurement of the current riding speed.

For premium E-Bikes, all components must be qualitatively and functionally at their finest, from the drive to the battery and wiring. This is also valid for the speed sensor from ZF that in the TQ application delivers 18 pulses per rotation with 18-fold coding. This results in a much higher resolution as with standard sensors which in practice leads to a finer, more direct appeal of the E-Bike drive – especially at lower speed (e.g. for hill starts). The speed sensor mounted on the back wheel provides the system with precise information on the current speed. In combination with a torque sensor it enables a better alignment of the overall system. In addition, the ZF sensor is tamper-resistant and always submits precise results.

The E-Bike sensor is developed based on Hall technology and allows the customer to decide if the sensor should have a connector or a cable. The sensors need a continuous power supply of 4.5 – 20 VDC and measures frequencies between 1 and 2,500 Hz. They are designed for a temperature range from -20°C to +100°C and fulfill the requirements of IP67.

Originally, the ZF sensor has been developed for ABS applications. In addition to E-bikes, E-scooters are also a typical target market for the small and efficient sensor.

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