International Research Journal of Engineering and Technology (IRJET)
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Volume: 11 Issue: 05 | May 2024
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Analysis and Enhancement of Rear Axle for Hybridization of Electric Drive on Swift Dzire Prof. R.H. Tike1,Atharva V. Shembavnekar2, Jay M. Desai3, Siddharth S. Boralkar4 1 Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Pune Vidyarthi Griha’s College of Engineering and Technology, & GKPIOM,
Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune, Maharashtra, India
2,3,4 Student of Mechanical Engineering, Pune Vidyarthi Griha’s College of Engineering and Technology, & GKPIOM,
Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune, Maharashtra, India ---------------------------------------------------------------------***---------------------------------------------------------------------
Abstract - The project's goal is to improve vehicle drive
and compatibility with electric drive components. Design changes, material selection, and technical integrations may be made to assure the Swift Dzire's smooth hybrid functionality, increased efficiency, and overall performance. The project also includes the creation of a versatile shaft with variable discontinuities that can adjust to diverse loading conditions, assuring optimal performance. [2]. Solid shafts are preferred over hollow shafts because of:
shafts by investigating performance characteristics, material choices, and structural integrity. Torque, stress, and vibration are all examined to meet safety criteria through theoretical calculations and simulations. Surface treatments are used to improve the longevity of materials by reducing wear and corrosion. Iterative optimization and validation through testing ensures reliability. The findings provide useful information for improving drive shaft designs in a variety of technological applications. There is little research into optimal design characteristics like as motor placement and torque distribution, which can improve overall vehicle dynamics and energy economy. Investigating these gaps could provide valuable insights into the field, and most budget vehicles lack hybrid technology and rear wheel drive. In this project, the rear wheel is powered by an electric motor, for which a drive shaft has been designed and manufactured. Exploring trailing arm modifications while retaining the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) knuckle and shaft provides a nuanced option for improving vehicle performance. This adjustment allows for fine-tuning of suspension dynamics, such as camber and toe angles, which improves handling, traction, and responsiveness. The basic objective is to create a rear wheel drive shaft with an optimized diameter to improve power transmission efficiency while minimizing energy loss through the electric motor. The alteration of the vehicle will aid in maintaining and managing fuel usage effectively. Overall vehicle performance might be improved to cut emissions, representing a substantial leap in hybrid technology.
More Strength than hollow shaft under bending forces. Less diameter shaft could be used to make a compact assembly. Easy machining Cost efficient. Engineers revise the shaft's diameter to reduce stress and distortion while retaining structural integrity to deal with these challenges. A unibody driveshaft is employed in this case, and it is attached to the gearbox on one side and the wheel hub on the other side via a flange and spindle. A drive shaft is an essential component of a vehicle's power transmission system, transmitting torque from the powertrain to the wheels. Drive shafts are often employed in rear-wheel-drive and four-wheel-drive systems, and they play an important part in ensuring effective power transmission and the vehicle's overall drivability. Geometry optimization is an important function that modifies characteristics such as length, diameter, and wall thickness to minimize problems like vibration-induced fatigue and work in harmony with vehicle dynamics. In order to ensure robustness under a variety of loads, fatigue life, deformation, and stress distribution are examined using finite element analysis in structural analysis. Axial loads, bending moments, and torsional vibrations are all taken into account in dynamic simulations to maximize resistance against wear and fatigue in real-world situations.
Key Words: Drive shaft, FEA Analysis, Material Study, EV Kit, Testing Specimen.
1. INTRODUCTION This project entails a thorough evaluation of the current axle system to identify opportunities for improvement and the incorporation of hybrid components. It emphasis on improving the axle's structural integrity while also introducing a drive shaft and knuckle to power the rear wheels, weight distribution achieved by centering the motor,
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