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2024 AutoTest Technical Conference

Testing Hardware and Software in Automotive Development

16. bis 17. Oktober 2024

Session: Testprozesse und Technologie I | | 14:00-14:30

Importance of Interoperability Testing in Smart and Bidirectional Charging Systems

Jan Roßa, P3 Automotive GmbH

Interoperability is crucial for integrating EVs and EVSEs into the energy ecosystem, ensuring seamless communication among energy management and grid requirements. In a smart and bidirectional charging context, where EVs not only consume electricity but also have the capability to feed power back into the grid, interoperability becomes even more crucial. Standardized protocols like ISO15118 and OCPP enable efficient charging communication and energy exchange. Interoperability enhances consumer convenience, and grid stability by facilitating dynamic power flow management and supporting distributed energy resources. Prioritizing interoperability, P3's cutting-edge “Energy.Lab” offers automated testing solutions to unlock the full potential of smart and bidirectional charging technologies throughout energy innovations. Core purpose of this paper is to share methodologies and best practices for testing and validation of smart charging functionalities - ranging from application of automated test tools over use-case specific test concepts to standards in configuration and error codes.