Indonesia's urban landscapes are uniquely challenged by motorcycle emissions, a consequence of their widespread use for substantial daily commutes. Unlike the short-hop function motorcycles serve in many nations, they are the backbone of Indonesian transportation, often covering distances of 20 to 50 kilometers.
This reliance significantly exacerbates environmental concerns within the country's bustling cities. In response, the Indonesian government is actively encouraging the shift to electric motorcycles. However, the adoption of traditional electric bikes is hindered by limitations such as restricted range, prolonged charging periods, and the substantial cost of batteries.
To address these obstacles and accelerate the transition to sustainable transportation, the implementation of Battery Swapping Stations emerges as a promising solution. These stations enable the simultaneous charging of multiple batteries and provide users with immediate access to fully charged units, effectively overcoming the limitations of conventional electric bike charging and fostering the efficient expansion of electrified mobility.
The Challenges
Indonesia's ambitious push for electric motorcycle adoption faces unique hurdles, threatening to slow its progress towards cleaner urban environments. Beyond the typical challenges of range and charging, the country's specific conditions present a complex set of obstacles that must be overcome.
- Poor Internet Infrastructure: Indonesia suffers from poor internet service quality, and some areas lack coverage entirely, posing a challenge for connectivity.
- High Temperature Environment: Proximity to the equator results in consistently high temperatures (30-40°C), with outdoor installations reaching 50-60°C under strong sunlight.
- Multiple Protocols Integration: The presence of various E-bike providers with different protocols complicates integration for full compatibility.
The Solution:
To address the unique challenges facing Indonesia's electric motorcycle battery swapping infrastructure, a robust and adaptable solution is required. Leveraging advanced connectivity and management tools, a comprehensive approach can overcome the hurdles of unreliable internet, extreme temperatures, and diverse protocol integration.
Robustel's R2010, along with RCMS and Edge2Cloud, presents an effective solution for Battery Swapping Stations:
- Robustel R2010. This dual-SIM industrial cellular router ensures continuous network connections with dual-SIM redundancy and wired WAN line support. The Link Manager facilitates automatic failover between different connections, ensuring reliable service.
- RCMS (Robustel Cloud Manager Service). A free monitoring service compatible with the R2010, RCMS provides an overview of router locations, data usage, signal strength, and network status. It supports over-the-air updates for firmware and configurations, ensuring smooth deployment.
- E2C (Edge2Cloud). This suite of applications within Robustel’s RobustOS facilitates IoT Gateway functionality, enabling seamless integration of diverse industrial protocols and cloud connectivity, thus saving time and cost in developing new applications.
Topology
The diagram below illustrates a smart solution for electric vehicle battery swapping in Indonesia, specifically in Bandung. It showcases the integration of Robustel's R2010 router, Edge2Cloud, and RCMS Cloud to create a seamless and efficient system for users to quickly swap batteries, addressing the challenges of range and charging time.
The Results:
The implementation of Robustel's technology offers a targeted solution to the specific demands of Indonesia's battery swapping infrastructure. By addressing connectivity, environmental resilience, and protocol integration, this approach paves the way for a more efficient and reliable electric motorcycle ecosystem.
The R2010's dual SIM and link manager capabilities provide robust redundancy, ensuring the Battery Swapping Station remains online and operational.
The system's robust design allows it to function effectively even in extreme temperatures of 50-60°C without issues.
E2C enables quick and easy integration of different protocols. Combined with RCMS and support from local partners, Robustel contributes significantly to accelerating electrification and expanding renewable energy use in Indonesia.
