Fabrication of Amphibian Bike (Aqua D Moto)
Author(s):
Vipin B.A , Musaliar college of Engineering, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala India; Roney Rajan , Musaliar college of Engineering, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala India; Ananthan, Musaliar college of Engineering, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala India; Varma Prasad V.M, Musaliar college of Engineering, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala India; Varun Chandran B, Musaliar college of Engineering, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala India
Keywords:
Float, Paddle Wheel, Rudder, Fabrication Processes, Test Drives
Abstract:
Amphibian bikes, viable both on land as well as water, currently available in the market are unaffordable to common man owing to its high cost. Therefore, the objective of the study was to develop an efficient prototype of an amphibian bike at a low cost. Before starting the design, Four Concept Models based on the principle of water bodies were developed and one Concept was finalized through Decision Matrix. Various parts such as float, paddle, and rudder were specifically designed and fabricated as per this Concept Model. An attachable and detachable structure was developed for supporting the float, and this structure was designed to be compatible with any standard bike. Structural Analysis was conducted to certify the load withstanding capacity of the bike. The developed bike completed its trial run successfully on both land and water. Safety of its amphibian traits were ensured through Stability Test. Performance of the developed amphibian bike was satisfactorily analyzed pertaining to fuel efficiency, stability, and power. This project can be developed aesthetically to play a key role in making amphibian mode of transportation affordable and universal.
Other Details:
| Manuscript Id | : | IJSTEV3I12021
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| Published in | : | Volume : 3, Issue : 12
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| Publication Date | : | 01/07/2017
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| Page(s) | : | 77-92
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