Enhancing Cybersecurity in Onboard Charging Systems of Electric Vehicles: A MATLAB-based Approach

Joseph Nnaemeka Chukwunweike 1, *, Abiodun Anuoluwapo Agosa 2, Uchechukwu Joy Mba 3, Oluwatobiloba Okusi 4, Nana Osei Safo 5 and Ozah Onosetale 6

1 Automation and Process Control Engineer, Gist Limited, Bristol, United Kingdom.
2 Electrical Engineer, University of South Wales, United Kingdom.
3 Maritime Security Expert, Vega Solutions LLC, USA.
4 IT & Cyber Security Analyst, Bristol Waste Company, Bristol, United Kingdom.
5 Data Analyst, Emporia State University, United States.
6 Electrical Engr. And Business Development/Relationship and Strategy Expert. LEE Engineering and Construction Company Limited, Lagos, Nigeria.
 
Research Article
World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2024, 23(01), 2661–2681
Article DOI: 10.30574/wjarr.2024.23.1.2259
 
Publication history: 
Received on 13 June 2024; revised on 24 July 2024; accepted on 26 July 2024
 
Abstract: 
This research provides a comprehensive analysis of the impacts of various data integrity attacks on the power electronic hardware of electric vehicle (EV) chargers. The study aims to offer essential recommendations for defending against cyberattacks on electric vehicles and their onboard charging (OBC) systems. Adverse scenarios resulting from such cyberattacks are meticulously examined, and the system is simulated in MATLAB/Simulink to validate fault occurrences under different data integrity attacks. The quantitative analysis of the results clearly indicates that by incorporating adequate precautionary measures, such as integrating intelligent controls into the main controller during the design of the charging architecture, it is possible to significantly mitigate electrical hazards and prevent the degradation of component health, even in the event of a malicious cyberattack.
 
Keywords: 
Alternative current; Direct current; Diode bridge rectifier; Power factor; Controller; Charging efficiency; Volt-amperes; MATLAB.
 
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