Analysis of the mechanical behavior of the chassis of a vehicle driven by human power through the application of the FEM module of a commercial CAD Software

Abstract

In this paper, a design of a vehicle called Human Powered Vehicle (HPV) will be developed, which must comply with the competition requirements of the ASME standard, since it has as purpose in the future to participate in the student competition organized by this association (ASME). In order to achieve compliance with the objectives of the vehicle design, a process was followed, in which the first step was to know the requirements that the model to be made must have, in accordance with the standard, that is, both in terms of form and materials to be used. Three different structures were made, which met the requirements of the model. These models were simulated with finite elements to determine their viability, which were subjected to various static loads, among which are loads due to overturning, impacts; Likewise, the fastenings to which the system is exposed were considered, these fastenings were considered of the fixed type. According to the results obtained, the model meets the needs of the ASME standard, in addition to being a light and safe vehicle for the driver.