Evaluation of components layout of three-wheeled electric vehicles
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Evaluation of components layout of three-wheeled electric vehicles
Abstract
The Philippines promotes the development and use of local three-wheeled electric vehicles, also known as electric tricycles or e-trikes, to reduce pollution and dependence on fossil fuels. Thus, this study evaluates the component layouts of electric tricycles, specifically those being studied at the Electromobility Research and Development Center, to aid local manufacturers in improving e-trike designs. The objective of this research is to identify the strengths and weaknesses of different electrical layout designs in terms of accessibility, serviceability, operability, safety, and security This research employs an observational approach validated by a survey to assess the layouts of the different e-trike models. Evaluation of different electrical layout designs of e-trikes presented that Model 1 emerges as a well-balanced option with high accessibility, satisfaction, serviceability, balanced safety, and security measures. Model 2 offers streamlined maintenance and strong operability, while Model 3, while presenting certain strengths, requires serviceability and safety features improvements. Model 1 emerges as having the most favorable overall layout among the three e-trike models, with a side-facing seat configuration, and a majority of the components located in front. The evaluation has given insights into the operation and servicing of the e-trikes and an improved locally fabricated e-trike addressing the issues and problems as presented can be developed.
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