Efficiency enhancement of bicycle anti-lock braking systems (ABS): Design and optimization of solenoid actuators through finite element analysis and performance simulation

The rising popularity of cycling underscores the need for enhanced safety, particularly under challenging braking conditions. This study introduces a novel high-power switch valve designed explicitly for Bicycle Hydraulic Disc Brakes (BHDBs), incorporating Hydraulic Anti-lock Braking Systems (ABS)....

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Published inAdvances in mechanical engineering Vol. 16; no. 9
Main Authors Cheng, Chin-Yi, Saputra, Ilham, Shi, Chen-En, Wang, Chih-Hsing
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published London, England SAGE Publications 01.09.2024
Sage Publications Ltd
SAGE Publishing
Subjects
Actuators
Antilock braking systems
Bicycles
Bicycling
Braking systems
Design improvements
Design optimization
Disc brakes
Finite element analysis
Finite element method
Magnetic flux
Power management
Solenoid valves
Systems analysis
Two dimensional analysis
Switching solenoid valve
bicycle brakes
JMAG-designer FEA
anti-lock braking system (ABS)
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Summary:The rising popularity of cycling underscores the need for enhanced safety, particularly under challenging braking conditions. This study introduces a novel high-power switch valve designed explicitly for Bicycle Hydraulic Disc Brakes (BHDBs), incorporating Hydraulic Anti-lock Braking Systems (ABS). Comprehensive Finite Element Analysis (FEA) modeling and subsequent optimization of an existing solenoid valve’s internal geometry were performed through 2D and 3D simulations to evaluate magnetic flux. The improved design achieved a maximum output force of 280 N with a linear stroke of approximately 3.5 mm. Notably, the enhanced system exhibited a 28% reduction in required current, from 5.0 to 3.6 A, a result validated through LabVIEW-equipped custom tests, which stress the credibility of the research. This study underscores significant advancements in high-power switch valves for BHDBs, promising enhanced braking efficiency and safety in high-performance, battery-powered bicycles. These findings not only promise enhanced safety for cyclists but also suggest the potential for broader application in energy-efficient and sustainable bicycle ABS technology, contributing to improved cyclist safety without compromising the environmental and health benefits of cycling. The potential impact of this research extends beyond the immediate context, offering insights that could be applied to other areas of technology and safety.
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ISSN:1687-8132
1687-8140
DOI:10.1177/16878132241281238