The 42 V based architecture is being considered for automotive systems as the technical solution for improved emissions, lower fuel consumption, and for meeting the need for higher electrical power on-board the vehicle. In this paper, the functions requiring more electrical power, the reasons for selecting 42 V, the architectures proposed, and the limitations of the 42 V systems are presented.
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Kaushik Rajashekara (2004) studied this question.