Mechanical engineering Batch no.

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DESIGN AND FABRICATION OF HYBRID BUGGY
HAMED AL BADI 102J221 AL-HASSAN AL MURAZZA 102S211 SHAMMAS
AL BATTAHI 102S214 AIMAN MOOSA AL BULUSHI 12S1945
DR. JAYARAJ VENKATESAN

ABSTRACT PROJECT WORK Cost Estimation

This project work with the title ‘Design and Manufacturing of A Component name Quantity Price
Setup of Hybrid Buggy Range
Hybrid Buggy’, involves the electrical and solar energy combination
(OMR)
for mobility applications with the aim of sustainable development Solar Panels 4 96 - 180
based on innovation. Furthermore, the possibility of harnessing the Control Arms 8 55 - 220
potential solar energy for a wide range of transport applications is Springs 4 75 - 308
Steering System 1 55 - 250
explored through this project work. In Phase I of the project work, the
Brake System 1 20 - 50
buggy is designed with the details of chassis dimensions using CAD
Batteries 4 100 - 220
software and checked for structural stability. In Phase II of the project MPPT Controller 1 40-60
work, the buggy will be fabricated based on the dimensions of the DC Motor 1 150 - 350
chassis and further tests will be carried out. Electrical energy will be Total 591 - 1638
integrated with solar energy as a result to take advantage of the Calculation Summary
renewable energy resources We've selected a 3 HP electric motor for our project based on its suitability for

INTRODUCTION our buggy's intended applications. After researching cost-effective options

Solar energy is an abundant resource of energy and the fastest growing available on the market, we settled on this motor. It will be powered by

renewable energy in the world. In Photovoltaic (PV) technology, Sunlight will hit the four solar panels that are connected in series, the batteries charged by a set of solar panels, which generate around 5000 watts,

different types of solar panels have been developed, of which power from the sunlight which will be 48V will be supplied to the subject to factors like efficiency and weather conditions. To compensate for

monocrystalline and polycrystalline panels are amongst the most used. MPPT. The MMPT will act as a booster, when there is a decrease in fluctuations in solar power, we'll store energy in batteries and step up the

New development of products, such as thin-film panels, as well as the batteries the MPPT will boost the batteries so there will be no power as needed to operate the buggy.
decrease in the capacity of the batteries. These four batteries will be
continuous development and optimization of production processes RESULTS AND DISCUSSION
contribute to the decline of the of solar panels. supplying the motor to rotate.
Results
In our project work, we aim to build a solar-powered buggy that is 2D View of Hybrid Buggy (Side View)  The intended objectives of the project work like the literature survey and
useful, efficient, and runs on solar power. Our focus will be to explore
design involving the theoretical calculations and drawing using Fusion
the feasibility of using solar power through photovoltaic technology
Software have been carried out in phase I of the project work.
for easy transportation using a buggy.
 The overall weight of the chassis with all the setup like batteries, motor,
passengers, and other accessories, etc. = 165.714kg => 1625.654 N.
LITERATURE REVIEW  The bending stress is 6.775 N/mm2 and the Ultimate stress is 550 N/mm2.

 Reviewed 13 articles related to Solar panels, Hybrid  The batteries develop 4800 W of power, and the solar panel will develop
vehicles, Welding, Material Study, and connection of 5000 W of power.
components.  The approximate expected cost of fabrication is around 591 – 1638

From the above literature survey, 3D View of Hybrid Buggy OMR.

 Various Solar panel types Discussion

 Hybrid Electrical System Obviously evidenced the advantages of the hybrid buggy such as being

 Integration of Solar Energy and use of motor lightweight, having a simple chassis design and using inexpensive materials.
The possible downsides to this include poor external thermal insulation
 Welding Techniques and the Space Frame Chassis
properties are low speeds and requires more power to get into higher speeds
 Swing Arms
while incorporating it in any application thus calls for consideration of the
 Battery and Solar Panel connections in series and DC same.
Charging
CONCLUSION
Hybrid buggy effective design and construction leads to opportunities for
future research and development. Project's scope can be broadened using the
 METHODOLOGY following detailed methods.
OPTIMIZATION
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR FUTURE WORK
Methodology: Deflection of Beam COLLABORATION
EDUCATIONAL OUTREACH
Design of Hybrid Buggy
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