SET A ENGINEERING ELECTROMAGNETICS: SAB35503
UNIVERSITI KUALA LUMPUR
ASSESSMENT BRIEF
COURSE DETAILS
INSTITUTE UniKL MSI
COURSE NAME MECHATRONICS DESIGN PROJECTS
COURSE CODE STB 36703
COURSE LEADER NAJWAN BIN OSMAN ALI
LECTURER NAJWAN BIN OSMAN ALI
SEMESTER & YEAR OCTOBER 2024
ASSESSMENT DETAILS
TITLE/NAME FINAL PROJECT REPORT
WEIGHTING 40%
DATE/DEADLINE
COURSE LEARNING CLO 1. Design the electric propulsion system for electric vehicle and
OUTCOME(S) hybrid electric vehicle (the concept, components and its
function). (C3, PLO3)
CLO 2. Adapt appropriate techniques, resources and modern
engineering tools in electric vehicle application. (P6 , PLO5)
CLO 3. Demonstrate understanding of safety and legal issues that
that comply with EV technology practice. (A3 , PLO6)
CLO 4. Discuss the environmental impact of electric and hybrid
vehicle system and energy sustainability into the
environment. (A5, PLO7)
CLO 5. Demonstrate an understanding of management as practices
while performing EV project. (A3 , PLO11)
INSTRUCTIONS • Submit all simulation files and scripts used for the vehicle
modeling.
• Attach a PDF report that includes all required analysis, diagrams,
component specifications, and business plan
DELIVERABLES Compile a comprehensive report that includes:
• A description of the selected vehicle and its original specifications.
• Detailed specifications and justifications for each component
selected.
• Diagrams and layout plans showing the integration of new
components.
• Results from the simulation showing performance comparisons.
• Economic, environmental, societal, and business impact analysis.
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Mini Project 1
STB 36703 MECHATRONICS DESIGN PROJECTS
STB 46703 ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM
Mini Project: Conversion of an Internal Combustion Engine Vehicle to
Electric Vehicle
Objective:
Design a conversion plan for transforming a typical internal combustion engine vehicle into a
fully electric vehicle, focusing on the replacement and integration of key components such as
the powertrain and battery system.
Learning Outcomes:
1. Understand the Impact of Engineering Solutions in a Societal Context and
Demonstrate Knowledge of Sustainable Development:
o Analyze how the electric vehicle conversion contributes to environmental
sustainability, including reduced carbon emissions and decreased reliance on
fossil fuels.
o Discuss the societal implications of widespread adoption of electric vehicles,
considering factors such as changes in energy consumption patterns, urban air
quality improvement, and noise pollution reduction.
2. Demonstrate an Awareness and Understanding of Management, Business
Practices, and Technopreneurial Competencies:
o Develop a project management plan outlining the conversion process,
including timelines, resource allocation, and risk management.
o Conduct a market analysis to identify potential business opportunities or
niches for electric vehicle conversions.
o Propose a business model for a startup or an existing business to enter into the
electric vehicle conversion market, detailing the strategic approach, potential
revenue streams, and competitive advantage.
3. Demonstrate Understanding of Societal, Health, Safety, Legal, and Cultural
Issues and the Consequent Responsibilities and Norms of Engineering
Technology Practice:
o Evaluate the health and safety aspects associated with electric vehicle
conversions, including the handling and disposal of battery systems.
o Discuss the legal and regulatory considerations that must be addressed when
converting and operating electric vehicles.
o Explore the cultural impacts and public perceptions of shifting from internal
combustion engines to electric vehicles, and how these perceptions might
affect adoption rates.
Instructions:
1. Vehicle Selection:
o Select a typical internal combustion engine vehicle model. Provide
specifications such as vehicle weight, engine type, fuel tank capacity, and
current fuel efficiency.
2. Component Analysis and Selection:
o Electric Motor: Choose an appropriate electric motor to replace the internal
combustion engine. Consider factors like motor type (e.g., AC induction
motor, BLDC motor), power output, and efficiency.
o Battery Pack: Design a battery pack that will provide adequate energy
storage to meet or exceed the original vehicle's range. Specify the type of
batteries (e.g., Li-ion, Li-S), capacity (kWh), and layout.
o Power Electronics: Include necessary power electronics like inverters and
controllers to manage the power flow between the battery pack and the electric
motor.
o Cooling System: Design a cooling system to maintain optimal temperatures
for the motor and battery system.
o Transmission: Decide whether to retain the existing transmission system or to
implement a new configuration more suitable for an electric drivetrain.
3. Design Integration:
o Create a detailed plan on how these components will be integrated into the
existing vehicle chassis. Consider aspects such as component placement for
optimal weight distribution, space constraints, and modifications needed for
mounting new components.
4. Simulation and Analysis:
o Use MATLAB Simscape or a similar simulation tool to model the converted
vehicle. Simulate vehicle performance parameters such as acceleration, top
speed, and range.
o Compare these parameters with the original ICE vehicle to evaluate the
benefits of conversion.
5. Economic, Environmental, and Societal Analysis:
o Provide a preliminary cost estimate for the conversion, including the cost of
components and labor.
o Discuss the environmental benefits of converting to an electric vehicle, such as
reductions in carbon emissions and fuel consumption.
o Evaluate the societal impacts, including health and safety considerations and
legal compliances.
6. Business and Technopreneurial Analysis:
o Analyze the potential market and business opportunities for electric vehicle
conversions.
o Develop a concise business plan for launching a service or product based on
your project.
7. Report:
o Compile a comprehensive report that includes:
▪ A description of the selected vehicle and its original specifications.
▪ Detailed specifications and justifications for each component selected.
▪ Diagrams and layout plans showing the integration of new
components.
▪ Results from the simulation showing performance comparisons.
▪ Economic, environmental, societal, and business impact analysis.
Submission Guidelines:
• Submit all simulation files and scripts used for the vehicle modeling.
• Attach a PDF report that includes all required analysis, diagrams, component
specifications, and business plan
Very Good (80- Satisfactory (70- Unsatisfactory
Outcome/Category Excellent (90-100%) Ungraded Percentage
89%) 79%) (<70%)
Project exceeds Project meets Project meets basic
Technical aspects
technical requirements technical technical
are poorly executed No
with advanced requirements with requirements with
Technical with significant submission
integration and minor areas for noticeable 25%
Execution errors and or evidence
innovation. Simulations improvement. deficiencies.
inaccurate of attempt.
are accurate and Simulations are Simulations are
simulations.
comprehensive. mostly accurate. adequate.
Comprehensive analysis
of environmental Detailed analysis Basic analysis of Inadequate or No
Environmental benefits, including of environmental environmental impact incorrect analysis submission
15%
Impact Analysis detailed calculations of impact with minor with some of environmental or evidence
emissions reduction and omissions. inaccuracies. impact. of attempt.
energy efficiency.
In-depth discussion on
societal impacts, fully Good discussion on
Adequate discussion Poor or minimal No
addressing public societal impacts
Societal Impact on societal impacts discussion on submission
health, safety, and with some depth 15%
Analysis but superficial in societal impacts or evidence
cultural considerations but lacking some
coverage. with major gaps. of attempt.
with well-supported detail.
conclusions.
Good
Exceptional Insufficient
understanding of
understanding and Basic understanding understanding of
legal and safety No
application of relevant of legal and safety legal and safety
Legal and Safety issues, with minor submission
legal and safety issues. issues. Some issues. Inadequate 10%
Compliance inaccuracies or or evidence
Comprehensive compliance strategies or missing
omissions in of attempt.
compliance strategies are underdeveloped. compliance
compliance
developed. strategies.
strategies.
Detailed and realistic Well-developed
Adequate business Poor or unrealistic
business model and business model and
model and market business model and
market analysis. market analysis No
analysis but lacks market analysis.
Business and Demonstrates excellent with minor flaws. submission
detail or creativity. Limited 20%
Market Analysis understanding of Good or evidence
Some understanding understanding of
management and understanding of of attempt.
of management management
technopreneurial management
principles. principles.
concepts. principles.
Report is exceptionally
Report is well- Report meets basic Report is poorly
well-organized,
organized and standards of organized or No
Overall comprehensive, and
clear, with minor organization and presented, with submission
Presentation and professionally 15%
issues in clarity but lacks significant issues in or evidence
Report presented. All sections
presentation or polish or depth in clarity or of attempt.
are thoroughly and
organization. some sections. coherence.
coherently addressed.
