Automated Electric Vehicle Charging Solutions: Technology and Challenges

The chapter explores the technology behind automated electric vehicle charging solutions, including computer vision, robot handling of fast charging cables, and tactile feedback mechanisms for accurate connections. It delves into the challenges of convincing car makers to alter vehicles and the strategy of leveraging existing infrastructure to simplify market entry. Cost considerations for commercial customers, the electrification of fleet vehicles, and the potential of fine-grain network models for efficient scaling are also discussed.