Performance Investigations and Optimisation Analyses into All-Electric Motorcycle Dynamics
Lead Research Organisation:
University of Nottingham
Department Name: Faculty of Engineering
Abstract
Modelling and simulation are playing an instrumental role in the optimisation and evaluation of automotive vehicles. With recent developments in active vehicle drivelines and the trend towards the use of electric propulsion in road vehicles, the optimal way to distribute power has become an important area of research, as it is very different to its petrol driven counterparts.
Automobiles with Active Torque Distribution demonstrate improved handling and stability, and there is the possibility that energy consumption could be reduced through better distribution of power. In principle, motorcycles that can apply some of the drive torque at the front wheel exist, with the aim of increasing tractive force on low-friction surfaces. Research is required to investigate the effects of torque distribution on the handling and power efficiency of motorcycles.
The overall aim of the PhD is to develop methods and tools based on advanced motorcycle models for the simulation of vehicle behaviour and for performance optimisation of electric motorcycles by conducting complete parameter studies
Automobiles with Active Torque Distribution demonstrate improved handling and stability, and there is the possibility that energy consumption could be reduced through better distribution of power. In principle, motorcycles that can apply some of the drive torque at the front wheel exist, with the aim of increasing tractive force on low-friction surfaces. Research is required to investigate the effects of torque distribution on the handling and power efficiency of motorcycles.
The overall aim of the PhD is to develop methods and tools based on advanced motorcycle models for the simulation of vehicle behaviour and for performance optimisation of electric motorcycles by conducting complete parameter studies
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ORCID iD |
| Louis Flanagan (Student) |
Studentship Projects
| Project Reference | Relationship | Related To | Start | End | Student Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EP/N50970X/1 | 01/10/2016 | 30/09/2021 | |||
| 1845671 | Studentship | EP/N50970X/1 | 01/02/2017 | 02/02/2021 | Louis Flanagan |
| Description | It has been shown that the use of a dedicated simulation can help to highlight areas of development well in advance of track testing. The simulation in question has been developed to include significant detail of both electric and mechanical aspects, this is particularly useful as both have to be developed in tandem to create an optimised package. This assists the progression of the electric motorcycle industry by moving away from an iterative design process to one based in optimisation. |
| Exploitation Route | The result of this award can lead to improvements in the E-mobility sector and is particularly useful in assisting the design of high powered electric motorcycles. The introduction of high powered electric motorcycles helps move the UK towards a greener transport future, the high powered nature of the device assists in dispelling the myth that electric is boring and slow and the use of motorcycles is a positive in terms of road congestion. |
| Sectors | Aerospace, Defence and Marine,Electronics,Energy,Environment,Transport |
| Description | The findings have been used at the Isle of Man TT Zero races and Pikes Peak International Hillclimb, these are professional race series and raise the profile of electric transport around the world. The increasing speed especially at the Isle of Man TT Zero has lead to a shift in opinion from 'This is a waste of time' to 'Actually that's pretty impressive, where can I buy one'. This claim is based on the opinion of members of the public that have come to the paddock at the Isle of Man during race week. |
| First Year Of Impact | 2018 |
| Sector | Environment,Leisure Activities, including Sports, Recreation and Tourism,Transport |
| Impact Types | Cultural |