We talked about our Cooling Stack in the previous post. We determined our secret sauce and understood the need for a different testing approach.
Let’s deep dive into how we came up with this Real-World Approach to Product Testing.
The traditional way of providing battery warranty lies in defining a factor of safety around the lifecycle numbers provided by the Li-ion cell manufacturer. But why? No point in guessing that it saves tons of cost and manpower.
This results in inflated cycle life numbers due to favorable temperatures(a far cry from reality).
We at TEC, embarked on a quest to redefine the standards of product testing.
Initially, we engaged with real users, specifically those involved in last-mile logistics, such as the diligent individuals delivering your favorite Zomato or Swiggy orders, or handling packages from e-commerce giants like Flipkart & Amazon.
Through customer interviews, we formulated an ideal usage cycle that realistically aligns with their daily routines. The usage cycle covers different times of day, multiple charging sessions, and a much more aggressive use case compared to a retail consumer.
This results in inflated cycle life numbers due to favorable temperatures(a far cry from reality).
We at TEC, embarked on a quest to redefine the standards of product testing.
Next, our Engineering Team stepped in, opting to innovate with a custom durability setup, eschewing expensive Pack Cyclers for a more cost-effective and practical solution. Our setup includes:
Through customer interviews, we formulated an ideal usage cycle that realistically aligns with their daily routines. The usage cycle covers different times of day, multiple charging sessions, and a much more aggressive use case compared to a retail consumer.
This results in inflated cycle life numbers due to favorable temperatures(a far cry from reality).
We at TEC, embarked on a quest to redefine the standards of product testing.
A readily available 3kW charger
Proprietary in-house battery
Integrated Telematics
Loads
Ultimately, our approach not only met but exceeded our durability and reliability objectives, affirming the robustness of our product under even the most challenging conditions.
By challenging the status quo and embracing the intricacies of real-world usage, we strive to set a new benchmark in product testing, paving the way for more reliable and consumer-centric innovations.
Are you ready to join us on this journey? Together, we can power up a brighter, more reliable future. Let’s transform battery testing – one cycle at a time.