VoltSpot: EV Dock Locator and Power Reservations

Abstract

The widespread adoption of electro mobility constitutes one of the measures designed to reduce air pollution caused by traditional fossil fuels. However, several factors are currently impeding this process, ranging from insufficient charging infrastructure, battery capacity, and long queueing, and charging times, to psychological factors. On top of range anxiety, the frustration of the EV drivers is further fueled by the uncertainty of finding an available charging point on their route. To address this issue, we propose a solution that enables EV drivers to make charging reservations for the upcoming days, especially when planning a longer trip. Our algorithm Utilizes geolocation technology to track customer locations, enabling predictive analytics to optimize charging station placement. The system also provides real-time information on the availability of charging slots at each station, allowing users to check slot availability and book a slot in advance. By empowering EV users with the ability to conveniently find nearby charging stations and reserve charging slots tailored to their vehicle's requirements, this solution aims to promote the adoption of electric vehicles alleviate range anxiety among EV drivers.