CONVERSION OF A PETROL CAR TO ELECTRIC VEHICLE USING A 5 KW DC MOTOR
Fuente:
Zenodo
Enregistré dans:
| Auteurs principaux: | , , |
|---|---|
| Format: | Recurso digital |
| Langue: | anglais |
| Publié: |
Zenodo
2026
|
| Sujets: | |
| Accès en ligne: | |
| Tags: |
Ajouter un tag
Pas de tags, Soyez le premier à ajouter un tag!
|
| _version_ | 1866901675698028544 |
|---|---|
| author | Jankam, Selbol Miri Ebute, Ojonugwa Michael Sabo, Gloria |
| author_facet | Jankam, Selbol Miri Ebute, Ojonugwa Michael Sabo, Gloria |
| contents | <p><em><span>The transition from internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles to electric vehicles (EVs) is a critical step toward sustainable transportation. This study investigates the conversion of a patrol car into an electric vehicle using a 5 kW direct current (DC) motor coupled directly to the gearbox. A 100 Ah battery was used as the primary energy source, with a 70Amps alternator initially considered for charging. Mechanical integration focuses on motor-to-gearbox alignment, torque transmission, and vibration isolation, while electrical design emphasizes battery management, motor control, and auxiliary power systems. Performance modeling indicates that a 5 kW motor provides limited acceleration and range, making the system suitable primarily for lightweight vehicles and short-distance commuting. Analysis reveals that the alternator, producing less than 1 kW, is insufficient for traction battery charging and introduces energy inefficiencies. Instead, a dedicated charger and DC–DC converter are recommended for reliable operation. The findings highlight the feasibility and limitations of low-power EV conversions, offering insights for educational projects, prototype development, and short-range applications.</span></em></p> |
| format | Recurso digital |
| id | zenodo_https___doi_org_10_5281_zenodo_19565207 |
| institution | Zenodo |
| language | eng |
| publishDate | 2026 |
| publisher | Zenodo |
| record_format | zenodo |
| spellingShingle | CONVERSION OF A PETROL CAR TO ELECTRIC VEHICLE USING A 5 KW DC MOTOR Jankam, Selbol Miri Ebute, Ojonugwa Michael Sabo, Gloria Alternator, Charge, conversion, Coupled Directly, (DC) Motor, Electric Vehicle, Petrol Car, and Battery. <p><em><span>The transition from internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles to electric vehicles (EVs) is a critical step toward sustainable transportation. This study investigates the conversion of a patrol car into an electric vehicle using a 5 kW direct current (DC) motor coupled directly to the gearbox. A 100 Ah battery was used as the primary energy source, with a 70Amps alternator initially considered for charging. Mechanical integration focuses on motor-to-gearbox alignment, torque transmission, and vibration isolation, while electrical design emphasizes battery management, motor control, and auxiliary power systems. Performance modeling indicates that a 5 kW motor provides limited acceleration and range, making the system suitable primarily for lightweight vehicles and short-distance commuting. Analysis reveals that the alternator, producing less than 1 kW, is insufficient for traction battery charging and introduces energy inefficiencies. Instead, a dedicated charger and DC–DC converter are recommended for reliable operation. The findings highlight the feasibility and limitations of low-power EV conversions, offering insights for educational projects, prototype development, and short-range applications.</span></em></p> |
| title | CONVERSION OF A PETROL CAR TO ELECTRIC VEHICLE USING A 5 KW DC MOTOR |
| topic | Alternator, Charge, conversion, Coupled Directly, (DC) Motor, Electric Vehicle, Petrol Car, and Battery. |
| url | https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19565207 |