Modelling and Simulation of Composite Material Used in Electric Vehicles for Power Consumption

Abstract

Composite materials have become increasingly prevalent in several industries such as aerospace, automotive, and marine. Worldwide car transportation and industry have been increasing at the quick rate in last few decades notably in metropolitan region. The present internal combustion (IC) cars are generating a significant level of pollution as a result of their reduced efficiency and substantial weight within the road transport industry. Hence, the worldwide automotive industry is increasingly transitioning towards the utilisation of lightweight composite materials in the manufacturing of automobiles. Composite materials have gained significant popularity within the vehicle industry due to its advantageous characteristics such as lightweight nature, extended lifespan, improved physical and mechanical properties, and their ability to be easily moulded into various shapes, surpassing the capabilities of traditional metals. This study encompasses a survey focused on the architectural aspects of electric car components manufactured utilising composite materials. Additionally, the study employs modelling and simulation techniques to forecast energy usage in all-electric automobiles. This study employs the term "electric vehicles" to encompass a range of electrified vehicle models. The technological aspects pertaining to these electric vehicles were also deliberated upon. A hybrid electric vehicle was developed with the ADVISOR software tool, and subsequently subjected to a comparative analysis with another automobile referred to as the targeted car. The fuel efficiency of the car that was designed showed a lower consumption rate in comparison to the car that was targeted.