The rapid growth of the electric vehicle (EV) market demands a significant overhaul of current parking infrastructure. This paper explores the future of multi-level parking garages with a particular focus on integrating efficient and seamless EV charging solutions. Traditional parking structures are increasingly inadequate for the evolving needs of EV drivers, presenting numerous limitations. This study begins by dissecting these limitations, highlighting the inadequacies in accommodating the rising number of EVs and the inefficiencies in current charging setups. We then analyze state-of-the-art charging technologies, examining their potential to address these challenges. These include wireless charging pads, retractable charging units, and bi-directional charging systems, which promise not only to enhance user convenience but also to support grid stability and offer cost benefits through demand-response programs. Companies like WiTricity and Parkopedia are pioneering these technologies, indicating a clear industry trend towards innovation. Finally, we propose a visionary model for multi-level parking garages, designed to meet the diverse requirements of future EV users. This model features advanced automation, smart parking management, and integrated charging solutions that collectively create a user-friendly and efficient environment. By anticipating and addressing the future needs of EV drivers, this vision aims to revolutionize the way we think about parking infrastructure, making it more adaptable, resilient, and sustainable. Through this comprehensive analysis and futuristic proposal, the paper seeks to contribute to the ongoing discourse on urban infrastructure development in the age of electric mobility, providing a blueprint for the next generation of parking solutions.
| Published in | Journal of Electrical and Electronic Engineering (Volume 12, Issue 4) |
| DOI | 10.11648/j.jeee.20241204.11 |
| Page(s) | 62-70 |
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EV Charging, Multi-Level Garages, Parking Infrastructure, Wireless Charging, Robotic Charging, Bi-directional Charging, Sustainable Transportation, Urban Planning
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Sharma, K. (2024). Reimagining the Parking Experience: Seamless EV Charging in Multi-Level Garages for the Future. Journal of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, 12(4), 62-70. https://doi.org/10.11648/j.jeee.20241204.11
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Sharma, K. Reimagining the Parking Experience: Seamless EV Charging in Multi-Level Garages for the Future. J. Electr. Electron. Eng. 2024, 12(4), 62-70. doi: 10.11648/j.jeee.20241204.11
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Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Jamia Hamdard University, New Delhi, India
