Introducing Wireless Bi-directional Swappable EV Batteries by Automobili La'Bergitla
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La’Bergitla Energy — Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS)
Purpose. La’Bergitla Energy delivers a Battery-as-a-Service model that decouples the vehicle from the battery asset, replacing long charge dwell times and upfront pack ownership with rapid swaps and predictable service fees. The objective is to reduce downtime, stabilise energy costs, and raise safety and reliability for manufacturers, fleets, and mobility operators.
What it is. BaaS provides access to a network of standardised, swappable RESS packs and certified swap stations, managed under a single operational and safety framework. Subscribers obtain assured battery availability, performance, and lifecycle support; we retain responsibility for pack health, upgrades, and end-of-life routing.
Technology basis. The service is underpinned by our patented/patent-pending portfolio, including swappable batteries with wireless, bi-directional charge capability (with ride-through power for seamless dock/undock), a Remote Battery Management & Safety System (RBMSS) for authorisation and isolation checks, and portable storage facilities with optional PV/solar-thermal integration. Interfaces, data schemas, and safety procedures are supplied via formal documentation packs to ensure fast, compliant integration across platforms.
The BaaS Model
Definition. Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) separates the battery from the vehicle. Customers acquire an EV configured for La’Bergitla swap interfaces and subscribe to a battery service rather than owning the pack. Energy and availability are delivered through our network of certified swap stations and managed under a single safety, maintenance, and lifecycle framework.
How it works
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Ownership split: The customer owns/leases the vehicle; La’Bergitla Energy owns and manages the battery asset (health, upgrades, end-of-life).
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Subscription: A monthly plan (and/or metered tariff) provides access to graded, homologated swappable packs with defined performance and availability SLAs.
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Swap network: Depleted packs are exchanged for fully charged packs at designated stations; each swap is authenticated and logged via our Remote Battery Management & Safety System (RBMSS).
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Upgrades by service: When new chemistry or control software is released, customers receive upgraded packs via the service—no vehicle replacement required.
Advantages
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Reduced upfront cost: The battery—typically the largest cost component—is removed from the vehicle purchase price, lowering capex and improving access to EV ownership.
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Uptime, not dwell time: Swaps eliminate long charging stops; drivers resume their journey within minutes, addressing range/dwell-time anxiety.
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Future-proofing: As technology evolves (cells, BMS, thermal systems), service upgrades deliver improvements without changing the vehicle.
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Predictable operating cost: Transparent subscription + metered energy stabilises TCO for retail, fleet, and municipal users.
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Pack health & warranty: We carry responsibility for state-of-health, safety, and warranty, supported by continuous telemetry, grading, and rotation.
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Sustainability: Centralised maintenance, repair, and certified recycling/EoL pathways reduce waste and extend pack life.
Responsibilities & eligibility
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La’Bergitla Energy: pack ownership and insurance; safety governance (HV training for station staff); performance SLAs; upgrades and recalls; recycling.
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Customer: vehicle compatibility with La’Bergitla swap interfaces (per ICD), adherence to operating envelopes, and compliance with site safety instructions.
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Compatibility: vehicles must be fitted with the approved dock, electrical/data interfaces, and safety interlocks to participate.
Result: a safer, faster, and more economical path to electric mobility—where energy is a managed service, and the vehicle remains your platform for the long term.
Our Innovative Swappable Battery Technology
Engineered for 400 V / 600 V / 800 V platforms, our patent-pending swappable RESS delivers endurance-grade performance with a safety and compliance envelope designed for rapid, repeatable swaps.
System Architecture
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Hybrid charge interfaces. Supports contactless (inductive, bi-directional) and conductive charging. The pack and vehicle negotiate the optimum mode automatically based on environment, use-case, and pack health.
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Dual integrated buffers. Super-capacitor ride-through maintains low-voltage systems across dock/undock and provides peak-power smoothing under transient loads.
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Standardised interfaces. Mechanical, electrical, and data schemas are supplied via Interface Control Documents (ICDs) for fast, reliable integration.
Swap, Alignment & Handling
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Precision alignment. Ultrasonic sensing and machine vision guide docking, verify clearances, and detect obstacles; misalignment locks out HV.
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Secure latching & interlocks. Positive locking with HVIL monitoring, position sensors, and tool-less service release where permitted.
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Fast change workflows. Electronic swap logs and status signalling (ready/isolated/fault) support pit-lane and fleet operations.
Safety & Diagnostics
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Isolation & protection. Continuous insulation monitoring, emergency cut-off, and ready-to-move logic with clear state-of-safety indication.
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RBMSS oversight. The Remote Battery Management & Safety System authenticates every swap, runs isolation checks, geofences packs, and can issue remote safe-state commands.
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Health & lifecycle. Embedded SoH/SoC estimation, fault logging, and pack grading/rotation extend service life and support predictive maintenance.
Thermal Management
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Liquid cooling & advanced materials. Optimised cold plates, thermal interfaces, and enclosure design maintain cell temperatures within the operating envelope and prevent thermal runaway.
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Derate & containment. Firmware-controlled derate strategies and compartmentalisation limit propagation risk and preserve vehicle operability.
Modularity & Serviceability
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Field-replaceable modules. Cells, sensors, cooling sub-assemblies, and control boards are replaceable without scrapping the entire pack.
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Traceability. Serialisation and digital records for modules and key components support recalls, upgrades, and audit trails.
Performance & Cells
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High-energy-density chemistries. Materials and form factors selected for fast charge acceptance, robust cycle life, and endurance thermal load.
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Power delivery. Low-impedance busbars and buffer coordination deliver stable output across high-demand events.
Grid & Energy Services
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Bi-directional capability. Native V2G / V2X support enables fleet energy arbitrage, backup power, and site-level balancing.
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Smart scheduling. RBMSS orchestrates charge windows against tariffs, carbon intensity, and utilisation targets.
Software, Security & Updates
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Version-locked firmware. BMS/charger/communications releases are signed, hash-verified, and change-controlled; rollback paths included.
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Telemetry & ADR. Structured data schemas for real-time status, events, and incident analysis; optional SBOM (SPDX/CycloneDX) provided.
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Cybersecurity. Authenticated handshakes, least-privilege access, and secure remote operations across cloud/edge components.
Operating Envelope & Compliance
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Designed for harsh-duty use (vibration, ingress, temperature) with defined service intervals and quarantine procedures after abnormal events.
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Documentation packs include ICDs, validation plans, safety cases, and transport/handling guidance to support homologation and site approvals.
Result: a swappable battery system that combines speed, safety, and longevity—ready for high-throughput swapping in endurance racing and scalable to fleets and production EV programmes.
Leveraging Industry Developments
Our BaaS platform is designed to align with – and extend – the most impactful directions in the EV battery ecosystem. We combine modular swapping, flexible commercial models, and infrastructure integration with La’Bergitla’s safety and interoperability doctrine (ICDs, RBMSS, change-control) so operators can scale confidently.
Modular Battery Swapping
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Minutes, not hours. Standardised, swappable RESS packs enable rapid exchanges measured in minutes (platform/site dependent), restoring full range without charge dwell time.
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Precision & safety built-in. Guided docking (machine vision/ultrasonic), positive latching with HVIL, isolation checks, and clear “ready/isolated/fault” status—governed by our RBMSS.
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Serviceable by design. Modular pack construction, dual buffer ride-through, and hot-swap workflows support high throughput; rotation and grading extend pack life and maintain performance tiers.
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Interoperability first. Mechanical, electrical, and data interfaces are defined in formal Interface Control Documents (ICDs), enabling fast, reliable integration across vehicle platforms and stations.
Flexible Subscription Models
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Ownership split & predictable TCO. Customers own/lease the vehicle; La’Bergitla owns and manages the battery. Subscriptions (flat, metered, or hybrid) stabilise operating costs.
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Performance tiers, not guesswork. Access graded packs with defined availability and performance SLAs matched to use-case (retail, fleet, municipal).
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Upgrades as a service. New chemistry, BMS/control releases, and safety improvements arrive via the service—no vehicle replacement required.
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Data-driven transparency. Telemetry-backed billing and health reporting (SoC/SoH, cycle counts, events) simplify fleet management and compliance.
Public & Commercial Infrastructure Integration
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Everyday access. Swap stations co-located with public/commercial parking and depots; where appropriate, DC fast charging coexists for mixed operations.
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Site interoperability. Open, documented APIs for access control, reservations, billing, and facility management systems; electronic logs for every swap and charge.
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Energy & sustainability. Optional PV/solar-thermal integration and portable storage facilities support low-carbon operation and temporary/remote deployments; certified EoL/recycling pathways are embedded.
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Safety & compliance at the curb. Defined work zones, signage, emergency stops, and operator accreditation ensure safe public-realm operation, while RBMSS enforces authorisation and isolation before any swap.
Result: a BaaS ecosystem that reflects where the industry is headed—modular, service-centric, and infrastructure-aware—delivered with La’Bergitla’s standards for safety, interoperability, and real-world scalability.
Benefits of Battery Swapping in Car Sharing Applications
Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) is a natural fit for shared fleets, where uptime, predictability, and cost control matter most. La’Bergitla Energy pairs swappable RESS packs with centralised operations to keep vehicles available and users moving.
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Increased vehicle availability
Swaps take minutes, not hours. Vehicles return to service almost immediately, lifting utilisation and reducing “out-of-charge” downtime. Every swap is authenticated and logged via RBMSS for clear uptime KPIs. -
Operational efficiency
Charging is handled centrally at depots/swap sites, not scattered across the city. Fleet staff manage charge windows, pack grading, and rotation, while vehicles simply swap and go—no driver waiting, no curbside cables. -
Cost-effective infrastructure
Fewer on-street chargers and grid works. Swap stations consolidate power, cooling, and safety into managed hubs, lowering capex per vehicle and simplifying maintenance, permits, and site operations. -
Scalability on demand
Modular stations (lanes, drawers, or cabinets) scale with growth or seasonality. Portable storage facilities and PV/solar-thermal options enable rapid deployment, temporary sites, and event coverage. -
Consistent user experience
Vehicles dispatch with graded, fully charged packs that meet defined performance SLAs. Pack health is monitored continuously; under-performing units are quarantined and serviced without impacting the user. -
Safety built-in
HVIL interlocks, isolation checks, guided docking (machine vision/ultrasonic), and trained operators keep swaps controlled and repeatable. Clearly marked work zones and emergency stop coverage protect the public realm. -
Data-driven operations
Telemetry and swap logs support billing, fleet analytics, and predictive maintenance. Standardised ICDs and APIs connect stations to booking, access control, and facility management systems. -
Sustainability & lifecycle
Centralised repair/refurbishment extends pack life; certified recycling/EoL routes reduce waste. Energy supply can be optimised against tariffs and carbon intensity, improving fleet ESG metrics.
Result: higher availability, lower total cost of operation, and a consistent, safe experience for users—exactly what city car-sharing schemes need to scale.
Benefits of Wireless Bidirectional Charging in the BaaS Scheme
Role in the service. Wireless bidirectional charging complements La’Bergitla Energy’s Battery-as-a-Service by adding hands-free top-ups and vehicle-to-grid (V2G/V2X) capability wherever a full swap isn’t optimal. Vehicles park over a pad; authentication, alignment, and isolation checks run automatically; energy flows both ways under defined safety and billing controls.
When wireless is preferable
Multi-stop duty cycles (delivery, ride-hail, car-share): the vehicle pauses for minutes at hubs or designated bays. Wireless pads at these locations restore meaningful range during each brief stop—no driver action required—reducing the number of full battery swaps while keeping vehicles on schedule.
Why our wireless + swappable system is superior
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Efficiency — Adaptive power converters, tuned coils, and high-conductivity paths minimise losses in both inductive and conductive modes.
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Safety — Advanced alignment, isolation monitoring, thermal management, and protected enclosures; automatic foreign-object detection and misalignment lockout.
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Flexibility — Seamlessly selects inductive or conductive charging in real time based on environment, user policy, or pack health.
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Continuity — Dual integrated buffers maintain low-voltage supply during swaps and cushion power transients.
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Performance — High-energy-density cells enable fast replenishment; smart-grid integration supports V2G/V2X and site balancing.
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Modularity — Field-replaceable subassemblies and upgradeable firmware keep systems current without wholesale replacement.
Key components (pack-side overview)
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Battery housing — Aluminium or CFRP for strength, heat rejection, and low mass.
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Flat coil antenna — Optimised geometry for efficient inductive coupling with EMI/EMC control.
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Conductive contacts — Silver-plated copper interfaces for high-current, low-loss conductive sessions.
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Adaptive bidirectional power converter — Converts DC↔HF AC for inductive mode and manages conductive mode; tunes parameters using real-time feedback.
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Thermal management system — Liquid cooling and advanced interface materials to stabilise cell temperatures and prevent thermal runaway.
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Dual integrated buffers — Super-capacitor banks for ride-through during dock/undock and peak-power shaving.
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Alignment & safety suite — Ultrasonic sensors + machine vision; HVIL, position sensors, and obstacle/foreign-object detection.
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Continuous power mechanism — Buffers maintain essential systems during swaps and transient events.
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Advanced BMS — Real-time SoC/SoH, predictive analytics, active balancing, event logging, and secure telemetry.
How it works with BaaS
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Policy engine — RBMSS selects wireless top-ups or full swaps based on schedule, state-of-charge, grid signals, and SLA targets.
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Authentication & billing — Pads and packs authenticate; sessions are metered and logged; V2G revenues (where applicable) flow to the account.
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Lifecycle & recycling — Centralised grading, rotation, and certified end-of-life ensure durability and circularity across the fleet.
Outcome: wireless bidirectional charging + swappable batteries deliver maximum uptime with minimal friction—a practical, scalable way to cut dwell time, protect hardware, and unlock grid-interactive value across private, fleet, and car-sharing operations.
