ICT systems for electric vehicle charging stations

In recent decades, the quality of electricity supply has become increasingly important due to the growing electrification of end-use consumption, which makes service continuity essential. Voltage quality is also a critical issue: voltage fluctuations can actually occur within the electrical network, linked to changes in the load to be supplied and the greater integration of renewable energy sources. In this context, the concept of Smart Charging is presented, i.e., an intelligent approach to charging electric vehicles, the goal of which is no longer to charge the battery in the shortest possible times, but to modulate the charging power accordingly be able to respond to the needs of the network, and thus avoid overvoltages or, on the contrary, voltage values lower than the limits established by law. This research project suggests the development of a system featuring a Charging Point Management System capable of adjusting the charging power of vehicles based on grid conditions, using algorithms implemented via the OCPP protocol. Furthermore, another objective of the proposal will be the integration of an infrastructure to enable secure, transparent, and immutable certification and management of energy transactions, eliminating the need for a central authority such as a clearing house.