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Role of Additive Manufacturing and Thermal Spray Processed Materials in Electric Vehicle (EV) and Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) Applications

Title
Role of Additive Manufacturing and Thermal Spray Processed Materials in Electric Vehicle (EV) and Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) Applications
Creator
Prasad, C. Durga; Pradeep Kumar, G.S.; Shashi Kumar, M.E.; Krupa, R.; Rajesh, M.N.; Veeresha, G.
Description
Additive manufacturing (AM) significantly contributes to the development of electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs), providing lightweight, complex, and customized components. This study explores AMs role in advancing EV and HEV technology, with a special focus on integrating thermal spray coatings (TSCs) to enhance component performance. By employing TSCs in AM-fabricated components, manufacturers can improve surface characteristics, wear resistance, and corrosion protection critical factors for long-lasting EV/HEV systems. The synergy between AM and TSC enhances key parts such as battery enclosures, thermal management systems, and structural frameworks by optimizing their thermal insulation, durability, and energy efficiency. Additionally, AM enables efficient material use and lightweighting, which reduces vehicle weight and enhances energy conservation, addressing industry needs for sustainable solutions. This chapter reviews the current applications and future potential of TSC in AM components, highlighting its role in meeting the rigorous demands of the automotive sector. Findings suggest that combining AM and TSC opens pathways for advanced, sustainable EV and HEV designs, aligning with the global shift toward cleaner energy and resource-efficient manufacturing. 2026 selection and editorial matter, R. Suresh, C. Durga Prasad, Satish Kumar, K.N. Bharath, and Ajith G. Joshi; individual chapters, the contributors.
Source
Lightweight Materials for Electric Vehicles: Sustainable Materials, Production Process, and Modeling Techniques;pp.97-111
Date
01-01-2026
Publisher
CRC Press
Coverage
Prasad C.D., Department of Mechanical Engineering, RV Institute of Technology and Management (RVITM), Bengaluru, India; Pradeep Kumar G.S., Department of Mechanical Engineering, Christ University, Karnataka, Bengaluru, India; Shashi Kumar M.E., Department of Mechanical Engineering, Amrita School of Engineering, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Karnataka, Bengaluru, India; Krupa R., Department of Mechanical Engineering, Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology, Karnataka, Bengaluru, India; Rajesh M.N., Department of Mechanical Engineering, GITAM (deemed to be) University, Karnataka, Bengaluru, India; Veeresha G., Department of Mechanical Engineering, New Horizon College of Engineering, Karnataka, Bengaluru, India
Rights
Restricted Access; Hardcopy may be available in the library
Relation
ISBN: 978-100359609-7; 978-103297505-4; 978-103297915-1;
Format
online
Language
English
Type
Book chapter

Citation

Prasad, C. Durga; Pradeep Kumar, G.S.; Shashi Kumar, M.E.; Krupa, R.; Rajesh, M.N.; Veeresha, G., “Role of Additive Manufacturing and Thermal Spray Processed Materials in Electric Vehicle (EV) and Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) Applications,” CHRIST (Deemed To Be University) Institutional Repository, accessed June 18, 2026, https://archives.christuniversity.in/items/show/24415.

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