As electric vehicle (EV) design evolves, the materials used in battery enclosures are critical to balancing safety, performance, and sustainability. The article below, published in E-Mobility Engineering magazine, dives into the engineering trade-offs between aluminium, steel, and composite solutions, highlighting how manufacturers are optimizing for weight, thermal performance, and crash safety. Notably, Boris Meisterjahn, Sr. Sales Manager at Kautex, shares insights on how material innovation is shaping next-generation battery pack architectures.
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