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Finite element analysis of electric motorcycle frame using SolidWorks: A comparative study of circular tube and square tube Simanjuntak, Nicolus Obeth Theopilus; Htoo, Zeyar Min Thwin; Singh, Mukesh
Journal of Engineering Researcher and Lecturer Vol. 2 No. 2 (2023): Regular Issue
Publisher : Researcher and Lecturer Society

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58712/jerel.v2i2.46

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The frame is one of the critical components of a motorcycle. It needs to be robust, strong, and capable of withstanding various loads such as the engine, body, fuel tank, riders, passengers, and more. Apart from serving as a support for riders, passengers, and cargo, the frame also plays a vital role in connecting the front and rear suspension systems and linking the rear with the front wheel. This research aims to determine the strength of two material profiles, namely circular tube and square tube, in a comparison between AISI 1035 steel (SS) and AISI 1020 for the frame of an electric motorcycle. The comparison is analyzed through simulation results obtained using SolidWorks Research License 2021-2022 with the finite element method. The simulation results reveal that the most suitable profile and material for the frame, characterized by strength, durability, and load-bearing capacity, is the circular tube with AISI 1035 steel (SS). The data shows that the maximum stress occurring after applying the specified load remains within the yield strength of the material. Compared to other profiles and materials, this combination exhibits lower maximum stress, making it a superior choice. This study provides valuable insights into designing a motorcycle frame that can withstand various stresses while ensuring rider safety and optimal performance.
Finite element analysis of electric motorcycle frame using SolidWorks: A comparative study of circular tube and square tube Simanjuntak, Nicolus Obeth Theopilus; Htoo, Zeyar Min Thwin; Singh, Mukesh
Journal of Engineering Researcher and Lecturer Vol. 2 No. 2 (2023): Regular Issue
Publisher : Researcher and Lecturer Society

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58712/jerel.v2i2.46

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The frame is one of the critical components of a motorcycle. It needs to be robust, strong, and capable of withstanding various loads such as the engine, body, fuel tank, riders, passengers, and more. Apart from serving as a support for riders, passengers, and cargo, the frame also plays a vital role in connecting the front and rear suspension systems and linking the rear with the front wheel. This research aims to determine the strength of two material profiles, namely circular tube and square tube, in a comparison between AISI 1035 steel (SS) and AISI 1020 for the frame of an electric motorcycle. The comparison is analyzed through simulation results obtained using SolidWorks Research License 2021-2022 with the finite element method. The simulation results reveal that the most suitable profile and material for the frame, characterized by strength, durability, and load-bearing capacity, is the circular tube with AISI 1035 steel (SS). The data shows that the maximum stress occurring after applying the specified load remains within the yield strength of the material. Compared to other profiles and materials, this combination exhibits lower maximum stress, making it a superior choice. This study provides valuable insights into designing a motorcycle frame that can withstand various stresses while ensuring rider safety and optimal performance.
Development of Passive Battery Management System at TRL 4 Singh, Mukesh; Kamboj, Rahul Kumar
Teknomekanik Vol. 5 No. 1 (2022): Regular Issue
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Padang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | Full PDF (564.853 KB) | DOI: 10.24036/teknomekanik.v5i1.12372

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Nowadays, the usage of the electric vehicle (EV) is exponentially increasing. Therefore, a battery management system (BMS) is required to properly operate the Li-ion battery used in electric vehicles for extending the battery life. The main function of BMS is to sense the voltage, current, and temperature of the battery and cells independently. Further, it evaluates different parameters from the data fetched by the BMS. Finally, based on the evaluation, it controls the cell balancing. Presently, BMS is implemented using different microcontrollers and is under improvement with the advancement in existing technology. Passive balancing is commonly used in BMS, since, it is inexpensive and straightforward to implement. The passive resistor uses the passive balancing method to discharge the battery’s excess charge. For small battery capacities, this resistor is very useful. This paper analyses BMS design which combines a power resistor and transistor as a balancing resistor. The proposed analyses were applied to a battery pack consisting of 13 lithium-ion battery cells which enabled a fast-charging scheme. The most significant features of the passive balancing system are based on the results of this experiment, taking into account the impact on battery performance and energy loss. The aim of this paper is to make a battery pack that is with high energy carrying capability and proper thermal runaway. Thus, extensive monitoring is needed to operate the battery within specified operating limits to avoid fire hazards and explosions. In order to achieve this, the proposed design creates a demand for a Sophisticated management system which not only optimize the power drawn from battery but also maintain the battery operation within specified limits.