Lightweight Wheel Hub Design for New Energy Vehicles Based on ANSYS Workbench
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Wheel hub, Lightweighting, Finite Element Method.Abstract
Driven by the national "Dual Credit" policy, the automotive industry is advancing towards electrification and lightweighting. In this context, the lightweight design of new energy vehicle hubs plays a crucial role in improving driving range, reducing energy consumption, and enhancing maneuverability. This paper uses claw and petal shapes as design elements to create a 3D model of the hub in Creo Parametric. By referring to the parameters of a specific SUV, 6061-T6 aluminum alloy is chosen as the material. Finite element methods are employed in ANSYS Workbench to simulate radial loads, bending loads, and modal analysis. Through continuous topology optimization, a hub with a mass of 8.9 kg is designed, meeting lightweight standards while satisfying various performance requirements. This design has significant reference value for actual production.
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