Fabrication and Simulation of an E-Vehicle

Abstract

An electric vehicle is one that is powered by on-board electric sources and is driven by electric motors. Electric vehicles have emerged only because of the rise in cost of fuels and pollution. As they are ecologically sound, they are referred to as green transportation. The electric motor based was selected based on its rating of energy efficient. The rated values of the vehicle dynamics include on various parameters e.g motor output, power, traction-torque and speed. The motor rating is adjusted according to the carrying load, so as to achieve the characteristics of traction. The IC engine of the traditional vehicles is replaced by the electric motor which would act as the leading prime mover component used to drive the E-vehicle. Thus, the selected electric motor provides an adequate power for traction purpose. The structural optimization of the vehicle in-terms of deflection, proof-resilience and Von-misses stress analysis has been carried out using FEA software. EVs are gaining popularity due to their low emissions, reduced operating costs and advances in battery technology, which have increased their range and performance.

Keywords

• electric vehicle
• battery powered vehicle
• hybrid vehicle