Objective:

Introduction to minor and major projects related to Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEVs), including design and components used.

Components Used:

• Batteries: Key energy storage components for HEVs.
• Electric Motors: Provide propulsion for electric-only driving modes.
• Internal Combustion Engines (ICEs): Complement the electric motor for hybrid operation.

Online Platforms:

• Tinkercad: Used for circuit simulation and design, allowing virtual experimentation.
• FreeCAD: A free, open-source 3D CAD modeling tool for creating conceptual designs of HEV systems.

Learning Outcome:

Students will learn the basics of HEV system components, how to simulate circuits for electric and hybrid systems, and create basic designs using FreeCAD.

Objective:

Build a conceptual HEV model using FreeCAD to outline the architecture of the HEV system.

Steps Involved:

1. Create a basic conceptual design of the HEV system using FreeCAD.
2. Design key components such as the battery pack, electric motor, and internal combustion engine (ICE) layout.
3. Define the layout for the hybrid drivetrain, considering the placement of the electric motor and ICE.
4. Use FreeCAD's tools to visualize and tweak the mechanical and electrical components of the system.

Learning Outcome:

Students will gain hands-on experience in modeling and designing the architecture of a hybrid electric vehicle, preparing them for more complex HEV systems.