Literature review of electric vehicle technology and its applications

This paper reviews the technical background of electric vehicle technology and its applications. A number of important concepts frequently used in this field are explained, and the technical details, including the theoretical principles, are given alongside practical systems pertaining to several kinds of electric charging piles. It critically appraises a number of state-of-the-art research progresses in this field developed within the last ten years. Finally, it points out the future potential research directions regarding electric vehicle technology and its applications, especially of charging techniques. By reading this review paper, readers will not only grasp a technical background of electric vehicle technology, but also gain a full picture of the research field.