3D Modeling of Traction Electric Motors for Public Works Vehicles in SolidWorks Using Macros

The worldwide trend in the development of vehicles with electric transmission, including public works vehicles, makes the effective development of traction electric motors an urgent task. The most common computer aided engineering system for designing electric motors, including traction ones, is the SolidWorks software product. The SolidWorks software is used to create a geometric model directly by a developer who needs a wide range of design knowledge, physical and technological processes, and practical experience for quick and successful development. This paper shows the possibility of automating the traction electric motor design in the SolidWorks program using macros. The developed macro allows building the geometric models with the specified parameters obtained from the classical calculation for electric machines. The presented test results confirm the adequacy of the macro operation. Thus, it is possible to use a macro in the development and analysis of a traction motor design. The results obtained can be used in the process of training in electrical engineering, design and IT specialties.