SAE J 3040:2022 PDF Download

The SAE J 3040:2022 standard addresses the specific risks involved in conducting crash tests on electric vehicles (E-vehicles). The standard identifies two main categories of risks: thermal activity inside the vehicle's battery and the risk of electrocution.

The document emphasizes the need for integrated procedures to protect against both types of risks throughout the entire crash test process. It provides guidance based on current best practices at the time of publication, but also acknowledges the evolving nature of battery technology and management systems. Therefore, it recommends periodic updates to ensure the ongoing applicability and usefulness of the guidelines.

The scope of the standard is to assist laboratories in understanding the risks associated with E-vehicle crash testing and to provide an overview of established techniques to reduce the likelihood of harm to personnel and property. It highlights the importance of collaboration between the laboratory and the E-vehicle manufacturer to identify and address risks related to the shipping, handling, storage, diagnostics, and operation of the vehicle throughout the testing process.