KATHMANDU UNIVERSITY

SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING
DEPARTMENT OF MECHAINCAL ENGINEERING

PROJECT REPORT

STUDY AND FABRICATION OF ELECTROMAGNETIC BRAKING SYSTEM.

In Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Nitesh Kumar Yadav 020478-16

Sujan Shrestha 020474-16

Suman Thapa 020475-16

Samip Timilsina 020476-16

July 15,2017.
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 PROJECT EVALUATION

Study and Fabrication of Electromagnetic Braking System.

by

Nitesh Kumar Yadav.

Sujan Shrestha.

Suman Thapa.

Samip Timilsina.

This is to certify that I have examined the above Project and have found that it is
complete and satisfactory in all respects, and that any and all revisions required by the
thesis examination committee have been made. This page is centre aligned, not
justified.

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Er. Hari Dhakal

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Hari Pd Neupane,HOD

July 2017
 ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

I am highly indebted to the help of project supervisor and project coordinator of the
department of Mechanical Engineering, Kathmandu University.

I express heartily thank to the project group of ME-1 2016, School of Engineering
Kathmandu University providing with the help in the project.

Thanks to all the classmates and faculty staff of department of Mechanical

Engineering who helped directly and indirectly to carry out this project.

Nitesh Kumar Yadav.

Sujan Shrestha.
Suman Thapa.
Samip Timilsina.

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS ........................................................................................................... i

TABLE OF CONTENTS ........................................................................................................... ii

LIST OF FIGURES .................................................................................................................... ii

LIST OF TABLES .................................................................................................................... iv

ABSTRACT………………………………………………………….…………………….. v
LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS………………………………………………………………vi

CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION............................................... Error! Bookmark not defined.

1.1Background and History .................................................. Error! Bookmark not defined.

1.2 Types of Braking System ................................................ Error! Bookmark not defined.
1.3Objectives ......................................................................................................................... 3
1.3Signifances/Scopes ........................................................................................................... 4
1.4 Limitations ....................................................................................................................... 4

CHAPTER 2METHODOLOGY ................................................................................................ 5

2.1 Theoritical/Conceptual Framework ................................................................................. 5

2.2 Working Mechanism ...................................................................................................... 10
CHAPTER 3 FABRICATION………………………………………………………………..11
CHAPTER 4 CALCULATIONS……………………………………………………………..13
CHAPTER 5 GANTT CHART…………………………………………….…………………14
CHAPTER 6 BUDGET ESTIMATION……………………………………………………...15
CHAPTER 7 PROBLEMS ENCOUNTERED……………………………………………….16
CHAPTER 8 CONCLUSION………………………………………………………………...17
REFERENCES ......................................................................................................................... 18

APPENDIX .............................................................................................................................. 19

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 LIST OF FIGURES

Figure 1.1 Schematic Diagram of Principle of EMBS ............................................................... 3

Figure 2.1.1 Electric DC motor .................................................................................................. 6
Figure 2.1.3 Spring……………………………………………………………………………..8
Figure 2.1.3(b) Bearing………………………………………………………………………...9
Figure 2.2 Flowchart of the Working Mechanism…………………….………………………10
Figure 3.a Base Plank…………………………………………………………………………11
Figure 3.b Electric Motor……………………………………………………………………..11
Figure 3.c Electromagnet…………………………………………….………………………..12

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 LIST OF TABLES

Table 5GANTT CHART .......................................................................................................... 14

Table 6Budget Estimation ........................................................................................................ 15

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 ABSTRACT

This project aims to create a electromagnetic braking system model

capable of applying brakes without any friction loss and without losing the energy
supplied. It uses a two electromagnets which runs by the supply of power from the
circuit. Also, there is a wheel which is attached to the motor so when the power the
supplied, by the help of motor the wheel rotates. Then a fan is attached near
electromagnets to cool the electromagnets from excessive heating. A metal bar is in
the vicinity of the electromagnets and wheel so when the electromagnets produces
eddy currents which stops the rotating wheel or rotor.This model helps in a way to be
a used a retardation equipment in vehicles.

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LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS

bhp Brake horse power

cm Centimeter
EMBS Electromagnetic Braking System
mhp Miles per hour
RPM Revolution per minute

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LIST OF SYMBOLS

A Ampere [A]
R Radius [L]
2 -3 -1
V Voltage [ML T A ]

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 CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION

1.1 Background and Rational

Electromagnetic brakes (also called electro-mechanical brakes or EM brakes) slow or stop

motion using electromagnetic force to apply mechanical resistance (friction). The original
name was "electro-mechanical brakes" but over the years the name changed to
"electromagnetic brakes", referring to their actuation method. Since becoming popular in the
mid-20th century especially in trains and trams, the variety of applications and brake designs
has increased dramatically, but the basic operation remains the same. Electromagnetic brakes
are the brakes working on the electric power & magnetic power. They works on the principle
of electromagnetism.
These brakes are an excellent replacement on the convectional brakes due to their many
advantages. The reason for implementing this brake in automobiles is to reduce wear in brakes
as it frictionless. Electromagnetic brakes are of today’s automobiles. The working principle of
this system is that when the magnetic flux passes through and perpendicular to the rotating wheel
the eddy current flows opposite to the rotating wheel/rotor direction. This eddy current trying to
stop the rotating wheel or rotor. This results in the rotating wheel or rotor comes to rest/ neutral.

History
It is found that electromagnetic brakes can develop a negative power which represents
nearly twice the maximum power output of a typical engine, and at least three times the braking
power of an exhaust brake. (Reverdin 1994). These performance of electromagnetic brakes make
them much more competitive candidate for alternative retardation equipments compared with
other retarders. By using by using the electromagnetic brakes are supplementary retardation
equipment, the friction brakes can be used less frequently, and therefore practically never reach
high temperatures. The brake linings would last considerably longer before requiring
maintenance and the potentially “brake fade” problem could be avoided. In research conducted
by a truck manufacturer, it was proved that the electromagnetic brake assumed 80% of the duty
which would otherwise have been demanded of the regular service brake (Reverdin 1974).
Further more the electromagnetic brakes prevents the danger that can arise from the prolonged
use of brake beyond their capability to dissipate heat. This is most likely to occur while a vehicle
descending a long gradient at high speed. Ina study with a vehicle with 5 axles and weighting 40
tones powered by a powered by an engine of 310 b.h.p travelling down a gradient of 6% at a
steady speed between 35 and 40 m.h.p, it can be calculated that the braking power necessary to
maintain this speed ot the order of 450 hp. The brakes, therefore, would have to absorb 300 hp,
meaning that each brake in the 5 axels must absorb 30 hp, that a friction brake can normally
absorb with selfdestruction. The magnetic brake is wall suited to such conditions since it will

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independently absorb more than 300 hp (Reverdin 1974). It therefore can exceed the
requirements of continuous uninterrupted braking, leaving the friction brakes cool and ready for
emergency braking in total safety. The installation of an electromagnetic brake is not very
difficulty if there is enough space between the gearbox and the rear axle. If did not need a
subsidiary cooling system. It relay on the efficiency of engine components for its use, so do
exhaust and hydrokinetic brakes. The exhaust brake is an on/off device and hydrokinetic brakes
have very complex control system. The electromagnetic brake control system is an electric
switching system which gives it superior controllability.

Fig 1.1 Schematic Diagram of Principle of Electromagnetic Braking System

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1.3 Types of Braking System

 Electromagnetic Brake System

A rising style of brake system, electromagnetic brakes use an electric
motor that is included in the automobile which help the vehicle come to a stop. These
types of brakes are in most hybrid vehicles and use an electric motor to charge the
batteries and regenerative brakes. On occasion, some buses will use it as a secondary
retarder brake.

 Frictional Brake System

A frictional brake system is found in many automobiles. They are service
brakes, and typically found in two forms; pads and shoes. As the name implies, these
brakes use friction to stop the automobile from moving. They typically include a
rotating device with a stationary pad and a rotating weather surface. On most band
brakes the shoe will constrict and rub against the outside of the rotating drum,
alternatively on a drum brake, a rotating drum with shoes will expand and rub against
the inside of the drum.

 Hydraulic Brake System

A hydraulic brake system is composed of a master cylinder that is fed by a
reservoir of hydraulic braking fluid. This is connected by an assortment of metal pipes
and rubber fittings which are attached to the cylinders of the wheels. The wheels
contain two opposite pistons which are located on the band or drum brakes which
pressure to push the pistons apart forcing the brake pads into the cylinders, thus
causing the wheel to stop moving.

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1.2 Objectives

 Primary Objective
The main objective of our project is to design and fabricate an
Electromagnetic Braking System model.

 Secondary Objective
Besides the main objective, following are our secondary objectives:
1. To understand project planning and execution
2. To understand the fabrication techniques in a mechanical workshop
3. To understand the usage of various mechanical machine tools and also
measuring tools
4. To make day to day human life more easier by proper use of technology

1.4 Significances and Scope:

The following are the significances:

1. Electromagnetic brakes satisfy all the energy requirements of braking without

the use of friction. They have better heat dissipation capability to avoid
problems that friction brakes faces times.
2. They can also be used as a supplementary retardation equipment in addition to
the regular friction brakes on heavy vehicles.
3. These brakes’s component cost is less so these brakes are cheap.
4. They can be used as an alternative method for the future crisis of the crude
oils.

1.5 Limitations:

The following are the limitations:

1. The installation of an electromagnetic brake is very difficult if there is not

enough space between the gearbox and rear axle.
2. It cannot use grease or oil.
3. EM brakes are good at slowing things down, not completely stopping them.

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 CHAPTER 2 METHODOLOGY

Basically, this project was to study and analyze electromagnetic

braking system as a secondary measure for the hydraulic braking system. First, the
base for the electromagnets and the stand for fitting the wheel, is made. Then, a wheel
is made and attached to the spook whereas the spook is attached to the stand by the
help of bearings.
An electromagnet is made by winding the copper wire with the
cylindrical body and attached to it’s base. Furthermore, an U shaped metal rod is
welded with a L shaped metal bar forming a brake shoe and then its end are rest inside
the electromagnet.Also a fan is also attached to motor and the motor is attached to the
base. So the electromagnet and the motors of wheel and fan are circuited to an external
battery and by turning it on, they work respectively.

2.1 Theoretical/Conceptual Framework

Our model is divided mainly into two different units ;
1) Driving Unit.
2) Braking Unit.

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1) Driving Unit

a) Electric Motor
An Electric motor is an electrical device that converts electrical energy into
mechanical energy. In normal motoring mode, most electric motors operate through
the interaction between an electric motor's magnetic field and winding currents to
generate force within the motor. Electric motors may be classified by electric power
source type, internal construction, application, type of motion output, and so on.

Fig 2.1.1: Electric DC motor

b) Wheel

Wheel gets in motion with the help of running motor. Both motor and wheel is
connected with the help of connecting chain and chain ring.

c) Power control
This division consists of power supply to whole system and a separate power
control system to control the motion of motion.

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2) Braking Unit

a) Electromagnet

An electromagnet is a type of magnet in which the magnetic fieldis produced by

an electric current .The magnetic field disappears when the current is turned off.
Electromagnets usually consist of insulated wire wound into a coil. A current through
the wire creates a magnetic field which is concentrated in the hole in the center of
thecoil. The wire turns are often wound around a magnetic core.

b) Brake Shoe

It is part that will stop the main wheel when the electromagnet is turned on.

3) Other parts

Spring:

A coil spring, also known as a helical spring, is a mechanical device which is typically
used to store energy and subsequently release it, to absorb shock, or to maintain aforce
between contacting surfaces. : Two compression springs are used to push back the
brake shoe back in its position.

Fig 2.1.3: Spring

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Bearing:
The purpose of Ball Bearing is to reduce rotational friction and support radial and
axial loads.In this project 608 2RS type of bearing is used.

Fig 2.1.3(b): Bearing

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2.2 Working Mechanism

Fig 2.2: Flowchart of the working mechanism

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 Chapter 3 FABRICATION

a) Base plank
It consists of rectangular wooden plank which acts as a base for all the
component of EMBS. It will have dimension of 80*50*1 cm.

Fig 3.a: Base Plank

b) Electric motor
DC Wiper motors is used to move the wheel .

Fig 3.b: Electric Motor

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 c) Electromagnet:

In this project, we used electromagnet to stop the wheel. Basically, it made by

winding the copper wire round the cylindrical body to required strength.

Fig 3.c: Electromagnet

3.3 Overall Fabrication of the System

Methodology to Fabrication of electromagnetic braking system model
1. Analyze the problems in the fabrication of electromagnetic braking system
2. Designing the required components.
3. Selection of required materials.
4. Purchasing the materials.
5. Fabrication of the electromagnet.
6. Preparation of report and submit.

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 Chapter 4 CALCULATIONS

1
Magnetic force produced (B)=µIN
=4π*10⁻ ⁷ *2*550
=0.00138 T which is magnetic force produced by one
electromagnet as we are using two electromagnets so our total force will be
Total Magnetic force(B)=2*B
=0.00276 T.

2.
Total Force produced(F)=(B*B*A)/(µG*G)
=0.00276*226.194/50.265
=171.396 N

3.
Resistance of wire(R)=ρL/A
=1.7*10⁻ ⁸ *13.8/0.503
=0.466 Ω

4.
Heat produced(H)=I*I*R*T
=2*2*0.466*60
=112 J

Where I is current,
N is number of turns,
A is cross sectional area,
G is the gap between magnet and iron,
R is the resistance of copper wire,
L is the length of copper wire,
ρ is the resistivity of copper,
T is time in seconds.

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 Chapter 5 GANTT CHART
Table 5: Gantt Chart for Second Semester
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Literature
review
Consultation

Proposal
submission
Material
selection and
purchase.
Model design
and
Construction
Midterm
presentation
Testing and
Debugging
Demonstration
Report
submission
and final
submission

Work
Completed
Work
Remaining

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 CHAPTER 6 BUDGET ESTIMATION

Table 6: Table for Budget estimation

S/N Particulars Specification Rate Unit Total

(NRs)
1. Ply Wood 0.5*0.3m 100per 1 200
sq m
2. Motor 1500RPM 300 1 300
3. Electromagnet 200 2 400
6. Battery 12v 7,8AH, 800 1 800
20HR
8. Switch 20 3 60
9. Bearing 608 2RS HF 100 2 200
10. Battery AA 10 4
40
11. Small Cooling Motor DC 30 1 30
12. Others(Glue stick,soldering 300
iron,pulley,wires,leds)
Total 2330

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 CHAPTER 8 CONCLUSION

This report presents the performance of an electromagnetic braking system

which includes various components with its cost effectiveness and efficient
methodologies to utilize the supplied energy. With the application of the effective and
strong electromagnet we can have greater efficient braking system.

REFERENCES

[1] Journal- Eddy Current in Magnetic Brakes- Henry A. Sudano and Jae Sung Bae
[2] Design of a magnetic braking system, Min Jou, Jaw-Kuen Shiau,Chi-Chian Sun
[3] Analysis of an eddy-current brake considering finite radius and induced magnetic
flux- Journal of Applied Physics, Kapjin Lee, Kyihwan Pa

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