The Project
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Project:
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VW Bug Electric Car Optimization
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Faculty:
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Dr. Patrick Hollis
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Budget:
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To be provided by Mr. Park
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Liaison:
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Andrew Park
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Project Background:
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The electric vehicle is a working/running vehicle. It needs to be optimized for power,
top speed, and rebalancing weight for better handing and performance.
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Primary Objectives:
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Performance
- Vehicle would be able to climb a 15 degree hill at 20 mph for more than 30 seconds
- Attain a top speed of 70 mph
- Have an ‘average’ range of 50 miles
Mechanical/Systems
- Upgrading the 72V system to 96V or higher
- Redistribution and placement of battery weight throughout the car
- Reconfiguration of battery charger to a “smart” charger as provided by Rob Mattthies (http://www.buysellcommunity.com/sale/OEPHLHPD/)
- Protection of electric components from environmental elements
- Troubleshooting the headlight system
- Rewire the charge cable to exit and feed through the existing gas fuel door
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Secondary Objectives:
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- Solar panels charging system
- Air conditioner unit installation
- Ceramic heater unit installation
- Fan system for the converter
- Battery pack heating system
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Design Objectives:
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- Configuration of instrumentation panel
- Battery placement “cages” throughout car
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