User Perceptions on the Security of Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging

Shah, Syed Saqlain (2023) User Perceptions on the Security of Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging. Masters thesis, Dublin, National College of Ireland.

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Abstract

This study explores the security aspect of Electric Vehicle (EV) and Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) charging systems, focusing on user behavior to derive results across different categories and sections. Employing a comprehensive survey, the research investigates the influence of age and gender on trust perceptions and evaluates the usability of home chargers using the System Usability Scale (SUS). A significant finding is the uniform trust level in charging security, with a marked preference for home charging systems, indicating higher trust in their security compared to public charging stations. The usability of home chargers is perceived favorably, suggesting that current design standards meet user expectations. However, the lack of trust in public charging infrastructure highlights the need for enhanced security measures. The study’s limitations include its limited responses. Future research avenues include exploring the impact of emerging technologies on user trust and extending the study to a more diverse and larger set of responses. The findings provide crucial insights for stakeholders in the EV/PHEV sector, highlighting the importance of location-specific factors and robust security in public charging infrastructure to foster user trust and promote security awareness of EVs and PHEVs charging infrastructures.

Item Type:	Thesis (Masters)
Supervisors:	Name Email Moldovan, Arghir-Nicolae UNSPECIFIED
Subjects:	Q Science > QA Mathematics > Electronic computers. Computer science T Technology > T Technology (General) > Information Technology > Electronic computers. Computer science Q Science > QA Mathematics > Computer software > Computer Security T Technology > T Technology (General) > Information Technology > Computer software > Computer Security H Social Sciences > HF Commerce > Marketing > Consumer Behaviour H Social Sciences > HD Industries. Land use. Labor > Specific Industries > Motor Industry
Divisions:	School of Computing > Master of Science in Cyber Security
Depositing User:	Ciara O'Brien
Date Deposited:	25 Apr 2025 08:06
Last Modified:	25 Apr 2025 08:06
URI:	https://norma.ncirl.ie/id/eprint/7463

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