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Evolution of CAD Models
Transition to Aluminum Sheet Metal Panels
After carefully evaluating the results of our rigorous testing with the fiberglass panels, we have made a strategic decision to transition to the use of aluminum sheet metal for the panels of the accumulator container. This pivotal shift has sparked a comprehensive overhaul of the overall design, opening up new possibilities and propelling us toward enhanced performance and reliability.
Front View
Isometric View
Original Proposed Enclosure Design
The original fiberglass design to get an understanding of the dimensions we were working with.
Second Proposed Enclosure Design
Evolved fiberglass design to incorporate fans for cooling the batteries.
Final Fiberglass Enclosure Design
End of fiberglass designs to incorporate covers over fan openings to prevent moister from entering electronics.
Thermal Dispersion Analysis
Thermal Analysis of Original Fiberglass Design Using Solidworks
In order to attain a general understanding of the thermals surrounding the fiberglass-based accumulator container, we structured our original analysis through Solidworks.
Thermal Analysis of Original Fiberglass Design Using Ansys Fluent
In order to determine the airflow requirements and identify thermal hotspots, Ansys Fluent CFD simulations were used to determine appropriate flow volumes.
Fabrication of Testing Equipment
Perimeter Shear Test Components - Stainless Steel Applicator with Aluminum Base
3-Point Bend Applicator - Stainless Steel Applicator
3-Point Bend Test Bed - Steel
Testing Videos
3 - Point Bend Test on 0.125" FR4 Fiberglass
3-point bending June 1 (1).MOVPerimeter Shear Test on 0.125" FR4 Fiberglass
0.125 test 1.MOVMounting Design and Analysis
Tension Analysis of Final Design
Bending Analysis of Second Design
CAD Model of Final Design
CAD Model of the Attachment Point
Accumulator Brackets
Waterjet-cut out of aluminum 6061
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