Alternating current (AC) is an electric current whose electrons flow periodically. It takes the form of round-trip cycles, and changes direction twice per period. The chemical activity of a generator produces this current, which feeds the battery and then the motor.
This type of current is used in most of today's electric vehicle batteries.
- Why is this type of current more popular than its cousin, direct current (DC) ?
Alternating current (AC) is much more favorable in its routing. It minimizes energy losses. Its capacity is more than sufficient to charge an electric vehicle when used as it is. For this reason, this type of current is usually installed in household sockets. But it can also be used for anything requiring daily electricity recharging.
This applies to all types of energy transmission and distribution. These may include household appliances, digital devices...
In the case of electric vehicles, this alternating current is stored and then converted using a inverter. The inverter then transforms it into direct current, and sends the energy to the motor.
In Europe, this current is 50 cycles per second, i.e. a frequency of 50 Hz.
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