The Race to Electrify & Power Management with Professor Colin Herron
The Race to Electrify & Power Management with Professor Colin Herron
February 25, 202551m 40s
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Show Notes
Prof Colin Herron with over four decades of experience in manufacturing, Prof Colin Herron has been instrumental in the UK’s transition to electric vehicles. He is Managing Director of Zero Carbon Futures and a professor at Newcastle University. He was involved in transforming the UK into a global hub for green automotive technology. Tune in to hear his vision of transportation of the future! https://bit.ly/41s9aLH
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[0:00 - 0:03] Introduction
[0:04 - 1:15] How a Pub Conversation Led to an EV Career
[1:16 - 2:42] Why EVs Were So Exciting in the Beginning
[2:43 - 4:44] Government Involvement in EV Development
[4:45 - 6:49] Overcoming Early Skepticism Around EVs
[6:50 - 8:54] Sustainability & The Shift from Petrol
[8:55 - 10:39] The Excitement of Innovation
[10:40 - 13:04] The Infrastructure Challenge
[13:05 - 16:27] Misconceptions & Media Influence
[16:28 - 19:58] Battery Production & Future Costs
[19:59 - 23:07] Battery Swapping & Charging Efficiency
[23:08 - 25:46] The Role of Battery Recycling
[25:47 - 29:10] Consumer Behavior & Energy Efficiency
[29:11 - 31:00] The Role of Legislation in EV Adoption
[31:01 - 34:54] The Future of Battery Technology
[34:55 - 37:45] AI & Predicting Battery Lifespan
[37:46 - 41:15] Heavy Goods Vehicles & The Infrastructure Gap
[41:16 - 45:54] Best Practices for Engineers
[45:55 - 49:30] The Risks of Poor Battery Management
[49:31 - 51:30] Closing Remarks
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[0:00 - 0:03] Introduction
[0:04 - 1:15] How a Pub Conversation Led to an EV Career
[1:16 - 2:42] Why EVs Were So Exciting in the Beginning
[2:43 - 4:44] Government Involvement in EV Development
[4:45 - 6:49] Overcoming Early Skepticism Around EVs
[6:50 - 8:54] Sustainability & The Shift from Petrol
[8:55 - 10:39] The Excitement of Innovation
[10:40 - 13:04] The Infrastructure Challenge
[13:05 - 16:27] Misconceptions & Media Influence
[16:28 - 19:58] Battery Production & Future Costs
[19:59 - 23:07] Battery Swapping & Charging Efficiency
[23:08 - 25:46] The Role of Battery Recycling
[25:47 - 29:10] Consumer Behavior & Energy Efficiency
[29:11 - 31:00] The Role of Legislation in EV Adoption
[31:01 - 34:54] The Future of Battery Technology
[34:55 - 37:45] AI & Predicting Battery Lifespan
[37:46 - 41:15] Heavy Goods Vehicles & The Infrastructure Gap
[41:16 - 45:54] Best Practices for Engineers
[45:55 - 49:30] The Risks of Poor Battery Management
[49:31 - 51:30] Closing Remarks
Discover the trends in emerging technology from top industry experts in our exclusive podcast series.
For the next three months, we invite you to embark on a six-episode journey featuring the latest trends in technology through insights from top industry voices. Experts in their fields will share their visionary perspectives on topics such as AI development, cybersecurity, robotics, IoT solutions, and the future of renewable energy and electromobility. We have partnered with the top industry manufacturers to bring you special product offers in line with each episode's topic.
Brought to you by Farnell Global