Modeling and Simulation of Electric Vehicle using MATLAB

With the progression of technology, the automobile industry has experienced a significant transformation due to the emergence of Electric Vehicles (EVs). EVs offer a sustainable means of transportation that doesn’t harm the environment. The decline of global oil reserves and the detrimental effects of air pollution caused by conventional motor vehicles have motivated numerous researchers to explore alternative energy sources for vehicle propulsion. This study aims to investigate power flow calculations to ensure that the amount of electrical energy aligns with the requirements of the electric vehicle. Using MATLAB/Simulink software, a model of a small electric vehicle is designed to achieve optimal power flow response within the EV energy system and this article outlines the process of modeling an Electric Vehicle using MATLAB and Simulink, elucidating different components such as the Motor Model, Battery Model, Power Model, and Regenerative System. By employing Simulink, the designed Electric Vehicle is simulated, and important metrics such as Motor Torque, Vehicle Speed, and State of Charge of the Battery are calculated using a given Driving Cycle. The collected data is then analyzed to enhance the model’s performance.