EV charging veteran and ROCSYS founder Crijn Bouman discusses automated charging solutions, robotaxi service strategies, and the rise of the North American Charging Standard, exploring the intersection of electrification and automation in the transportation industry.
ROCSYS focuses on revolutionizing transportation through automated charging solutions for electric vehicles.
ROCSYS prioritizes versatile robotic solutions that aim to enhance operational efficiency and adapt to various charging challenges.
Deep dives
Roxis Mission and Vision: Transforming Transportation with Electrification and Automation
Roxis aims to revolutionize transportation by addressing the broken nature of current systems with a focus on electrification and automation technologies. Recognizing challenges posed by the climate crisis and urban congestion, Roxis seeks to create a new paradigm. Their automated charging solutions cater to the growing needs of the industry by leveraging advancements in electrification and automation.
History and Entrepreneurial Journey Leading to Roxis' Founding
Founder Kriam Bauman's entrepreneurial journey began in the electric vehicle space, founding a company focused on fast chargers for specialty vehicles before transitioning to electric cars. Subsequent acquisition by ABB marked significant growth. Inspired by an encounter with automated vehicles in 2017, the idea for Roxis was born. Bauman's collaboration with co-founders led to the development of robotic charging infrastructure that does not require vehicle modifications.
Market Approach and Business Strategy: Navigating Vehicle Charging Challenges
Roxis targets automated charging infrastructure deployment in diverse settings, starting with ports and logistics yards before expanding into the robotaxi domain. The approach prioritizes scalability without altering vehicles, focusing on simplifying the user experience. Collaborating with notable car brands on standardization projects enhances accessibility and adoption. By addressing charging challenges for fleets and enhancing operational efficiency, Roxis offers value across various industries.
Technological Innovation and Robust Contingency Plans: Redefining Automated Charging Experience
Roxis prioritizes versatile robotic solutions, enabling quick connector detachment for manual operations in case of malfunctions. The adaptable robots employ smart mechanisms to learn and adjust plug-in processes efficiently. Propelling industry standards forward, Roxis explores applications beyond vehicle charging, such as standby power deployment in critical scenarios. The strategy encompasses responding swiftly to failures while ensuring operational continuity in diverse environments.
Electrification and automation collide in this week's episode, as the gang sits down with Crijn Bouman, EV charging veteran and founder of the automated charger company ROCSYS. From the early days of EV charging, to robotaxi service strategies, to the rise of the North American Charging Standard, this conversation spans a wide variety of fascinating topics.
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