Assessment of the Impact of Geographical Relief on the Charging Autonomy of Electric Vehicles: A Systematic Analysis Using the PRISMA Protocol [Evaluación del impacto del relieve geográfico en la autonomía de carga de vehículos eléctricos: un análisis si]
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https://doi.org/10.62574/rmpi.v5iTecnologia.427Keywords:
Orography, Electric vehicles, Range, Energy consumption, Charging infrastructure, (Source: UNESCO Thesaurus).Abstract
The rapid increase in the global use of electric vehicles (EVs) has sparked significant interest in identifying the factors that influence their performance, particularly in geographically complex contexts. The orographic characteristics of terrain—such as slope, altitude, and topographic variability—directly affect energy consumption and, consequently, the range of EVs. This study conducts a systematic review using the PRISMA methodology to analyze the latest scientific evidence on the impact of terrain on the charging capacity of these vehicles. By examining 18 selected studies from various databases, the analysis revealed that rugged terrain can significantly increase energy consumption, compromise operational range, and pose challenges for route planning and the deployment of charging stations. It is concluded that adapting energy management systems and charging infrastructure to the geographic conditions is essential to promote more efficient electric mobility.
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