Comparison of quick charge technologies for electric vehicle introduction in Netherlands

In this paper the Electric Vehicle (EV) charging demand on quick charge replenishment (QCR), by Fast Charging and Battery Switching, based on Dutch travel pattern is modeled and compared. A comparison between the QCR methods based on number of visits to these facilities and the time of service is obtained. The extra number of batteries to be introduced into the battery switching network is calculated. Using queuing theory the required number of charging points/ switching lanes per quick charge replenishment station is estimated. Based on this the potential peak power requirements of the two methods are obtained.