Progress in Engineering Technology IV

Preface
Contents
About the Editors
1 Brake Squeal Analysis and Optimization Using the Finite Element Method and Taguchi Techniques
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Methodology
1.2.1 3D Design if the Brake Disc Model
1.2.2 Finite Element Analysis
1.2.3 Modal Analysis
1.3 Result and Discussion
1.3.1 Natural Frequency Using Mild Steel, Gray Cast Iron, and Carbon Ceramic
1.3.2 Comparison Natural Frequency Between All Three Design and Materials
1.3.3 Taguchi Method Using Minitab
1.4 Conclusion
References
2 Potential Experimental Analysis of Electrical Discharge Machine Process Parameters on Stainless Steel ANSI 304
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Literature
2.2.1 Electrical Discharge Machining
2.2.2 Die-Sinking
2.2.3 Wire EDM Process
2.2.4 Dielectric Fluid
2.2.5 EDM Machine Components
2.2.6 Material Removal Rate
2.2.7 Surface Quality Analysis
2.2.8 Taguchi Method
2.3 Methodology
2.3.1 Research Structure
2.3.2 Experimental Setup
2.3.3 Selection of the Workpiece
2.3.4 Tool Design
2.3.5 Mechanism and Measurement of the MRR
2.3.6 Mechanism and Evaluation of Surface Roughness
2.3.7 Design of Experiments Analysis
2.4 Conclusions
References
3 Embedded System Using a PIC Microcontroller for Series Motor Four Quadrants Drive DC Chopper Controllers for the Application in Electrical Vehicles
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Literature Review
3.3 Methodology
3.3.1 Embedded System of FQDC Controllers
3.3.2 Detailed Operation Function on Each of the Controllers
3.3.3 Simulation Software and Experimental Setup for Simulation and Experiment
3.4 Results
3.5 Conclusion
References
4 Pre-weld Heating Temperature Effect on the Welding Quality of a 100 T Truck Crack Frame—Case Study
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Methodologies
4.2.1 Data Collection Method
4.2.2 Data Analysis
4.3 Discussion
4.3.1 Taguchi Analysis
4.4 Conclusions
References
5 Features Extraction from a Second-Order Black Box Model Matched to the Veltink Model for a System Identification of Knee Extension for Control Law and Formulations of Close-Loop Controller Rehabilitation Using Functional Electrical Stimulation
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Literature
5.3 Methodology
5.3.1 Second-Order Black Box Model System
5.3.2 Second-Order System Features Extraction
5.3.3 Simulation Model Using Matlab/Simulink Function
5.4 Result and Discussion
5.5 Conclusions
References
6 Analysis of an Adjustable Topside Mechanic’s Creeper for Automotive Repair and Maintenance Using Simulation Methods
6.1 Introduction
6.2 Literature
6.3 Methodology
6.3.1 Design Process
6.3.2 Design of Foldable Topside Mechanic’s Creeper
6.3.3 Simulation Analysis
6.4 Results and Discussion
6.4.1 Simulation Results and Discussion
6.5 Conclusions
References
7 Potential Use of a Vibration Energy Harvester in Vehicles Using a Linear Motion Electromagnetic Suspension System
7.1 Introduction
7.2 Linear Electromagnetic Energy Harvesting in the Vehicle Suspension System
7.2.1 Electromagnetic Regenerative Shock Absorber
7.2.2 Tubular Linear Electromagnetic Transducers
7.2.3 Electromagnetic Linear Vibration Energy Harvester with Ferrofluid as a Lubricant
7.2.4 Hybrid Regenerative Shock Absorber
7.3 Discussion
7.4 Conclusion
References
8 Performance Analysis of a Coated Porous Medium Burner for Cogeneration
8.1 Introduction
8.2 Literature
8.3 Methodology
8.4 Results and Discussion
8.5 Conclusions
References
9 Child Safety in Car Crashes: A Modeling Approach for Safety System Improvements
9.1 Introduction
9.2 Literature
9.2.1 Application of Child Booster Seat to Prevent Child Injuries
9.2.2 Categorization of Child Car Seats
9.3 Methodology
9.4 Results and Discussion
9.5 Conclusion
References
10 Modelling of Air-Gap Magnetic Flux Density Distribution for Surface-Mounted Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor Using the Analytical Sub-Domain Method
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Literature Review
10.2.1 Sub-Domain Method
10.2.2 Airgap Flux Density for Slotless PMSM
10.3 Methodology
10.3.1 Motor Parameters and 2-D Design
10.3.2 Airgap Flux Density for Slotless PMSM
10.4 Results and Discussion
10.5 Conclusion
References
11 Comparative Study on the Performance of Electrical Vehicles with DC Drive and Series Motor, DC Drive and Separately Excited DC Motor, and AC Drive and PMSM Motor. Part 1: Driving and Braking Operations
11.1 Introduction
11.1.1 Review Stage
11.1.2 DC Series Motor and Four Quadrants DC Chopper Four Series Motor
11.1.3 DC Drive EV Four Quadrants DC Chopper for Series Motor
11.1.4 DC Separately Excited DC Motor and Four Quadrants DC Chopper
11.1.5 DC Drive EV Four Quadrants DC Chopper for Separately Excited DC Motor
11.1.6 Four Quadrants Drive DC Chopper Operation Modes
11.1.7 AC Drive EV with PMSM Motor
11.1.8 Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor Drive System
11.1.9 AC Drive EV Inverter
11.2 Methodology
11.2.1 Electric Car Motor
11.2.2 Vehicle Dynamics
11.3 Conclusion
References
12 Overall Heat Transfer Coefficient of Different Coolants and Frontal Air Velocity in Automotive Radiators
12.1 Introduction
12.2 Literature
12.2.1 Coolants
12.2.2 Air Flow
12.3 Methodology
12.3.1 Experimental Setup
12.3.2 Data Analysis
12.4 Results
12.4.1 Effect of Coolant in Real Engine and Educational Test Rig
12.4.2 Effect of Frontal Air Velocity in Real Engine at Different RPM
12.5 Conclusions
References
13 Magnetic Field Distribution for Single Coil Pulsed Linear Accelerator
13.1 Introduction
13.2 Literature Review
13.3 Methodology
13.4 Results and Discussion
13.5 Conclusion
References
14 Formulations After Features Extraction of Veltink to Second-Order Critical Damped Black Box Model for Observer Formation Representing Knee Extension
14.1 Introduction
14.2 Methodology
14.3 Result and Analysis
14.4 Conclusion
References
15 Optimization of Process Parameters in Electric Discharge Machining Wire-Cut of Magnesium Alloys Using the Taguchi’s Approach
15.1 Introduction
15.2 Literature
15.2.1 Magnesium Alloys
15.2.2 Electric Discharge Machine
15.2.3 Statistical Method
15.3 Methodology
15.4 Results and Discussion
15.5 Conclusions
References
16 Design of Micro Turbocharger Runners for Automotive Application
16.1 Introduction
16.2 Literature Review
16.2.1 Design of a New Improved Intake Manifold for F-SAE Car
16.2.2 Simulation Analysis of Spark Ignition Engine Intake Manifold for Better Performance
16.2.3 Air Flow Behaviour on Different Intake Manifold Angles for Small 4-Stroke PFI Retrofit Kit System
16.3 Methodologies/Experimental Set-Up/Model Set-Up
16.3.1 Methodology Process
16.4 Results and Discussion
16.5 Conclusion
References
17 Study on Ripple Current, Ripple Torque in Parallel Mode of Series Motor Four Quadrants DC Chopper for Electric Vehicles
17.1 Introduction
17.2 Review Stage
17.3 Methodology
17.4 Results
17.5 Conclusion
References
18 Statistical Approach for Predictions of Motorcycle Engine Block Surface Roughness Property After CNC Machining
18.1 Introduction
18.2 Literature
18.2.1 Surface Roughness
18.2.2 CNC Milling
18.2.3 Cutting Speed
18.2.4 Feed
18.2.5 Depth of Cut
18.2.6 Cemented Carbide
18.2.7 Engine Cylinder Block
18.2.8 Response Surface Methodology
18.3 Methodology
18.3.1 Block Diagram of Surface Roughness
18.3.2 Block Diagram of CNC Milling Cutting
18.4 Results
18.5 Conclusion
References
19 Contamination Control on Hydraulic Oil Excavator Using an Off-Board Filtering System—Case Study
19.1 Introduction
19.2 Methodologies
19.2.1 Data Collection Method
19.2.2 Data Analysis
19.3 Discussion
19.3.1 Taguchi Analysis of PC06 Response
19.3.2 Taguchi Analysis of PC14 Response
19.3.3 Taguchi Analysis of V100 Response
19.4 Conclusions
References
20 Hardware Development for Zero Crossing of a Multilevel Single Phase Rectifier Chopper for Plug-In Electric Car Battery Charger Using a PIC Microcontroller
20.1 Introduction
20.2 Review Stage
20.2.1 Literature on Zero Crossing
20.3 Methodology
20.3.1 Hardware Application Circuit
20.3.2 Coding for Zero Crossing
20.3.3 Hardware Applications
20.3.4 Algorithm 2
20.3.5 Simulation Applications
20.3.6 Hardware Development
20.4 Conclusion
References
21 Topology Optimization of an Engine Mounting Bracket Using Finite Elements
21.1 Introduction
21.1.1 Based on Application Aspects of Mounts
21.2 Methodology
21.2.1 Design Model 3D of Engine Mounting Bracket
21.2.2 Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
21.2.3 Modal Analysis
21.2.4 Topology Optimization
21.3 Result and Discussion
21.3.1 Comparison Result from FEA and EMA
21.3.2 Optimized Design Engine Mounting Bracket
21.4 Conclusions
References
22 Air Conditioning System Comfort Level and Power Consumption Monitoring Device with RF-Based Wireless Sensor Modules and Android Mobile Application
22.1 Introduction
22.2 Literature
22.2.1 Thermal Comfort
22.2.2 Mobile Applications
22.3 Methodology
22.3.1 Project Planning
22.3.2 Fabrication
22.3.3 LCD Display Sample
22.3.4 Experimental Setup
22.4 Results and Discussion
22.5 Conclusions
References
23 A Key Comparative Study Between a Self-Aspirated and an Air-Induced Porous Medium Burner
23.1 Introduction
23.2 Literature
23.3 Methodology
23.4 Results and Discussion
23.5 Conclusions
References
24 Analysis of the Lower Control Arm in a Front Suspension System Using Finite Element Analysis and Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) Method
24.1 Introduction
24.2 Methodology
24.2.1 Three-Dimensional Design Model
24.2.2 Statics Structural Analysis of the Main Body Part
24.2.3 Load Impact Testing Experimental
24.2.4 Modal Analysis Simulation
24.2.5 Design Modifications
24.2.6 Determining Factor of Analysis by Using ANOVA Method
24.3 Result and Discussion
24.3.1 Modal Analysis with LMS Load Impact Testing Result
24.3.2 Statics Load Structural Analysis of Lower Control Arm
24.3.3 Statics Structural Analysis Result of the New Modified Result
24.3.4 Main Factor Analysis Result by using Analysis of Variance (ANOVA)
24.3.5 Comparison of Final Design and Existing Final Design Project
24.4 Conclusions
References
25 Model of Effectiveness Earned Value Management in the Malaysian Manufacturing Sector
25.1 Introduction
25.2 Literature
25.2.1 Implementation EVM in a Project
25.2.2 Problem Using Earn Value Management
25.2.3 Benefit of Using EVM
25.3 Methodology
25.3.1 Design of Conceptual Model
25.3.2 Conceptual Model of Effectiveness in EVM
25.3.3 Conceptual Model of Effect of Benefit in EVM
25.3.4 The Complete Conceptual Model
25.4 Results and Discussion
25.4.1 Outer Loading Based on the Model
25.5 Conclusions
References