Solar PV-Powered Switched Reluctance Motor Drive for Electric Vehicles with Adaptive Energy Management

Lt Col Bhuwan Joshi

Abstract: Electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming popular as a green option compared to regular petrol or diesel vehicles. But, many EVs use electricity from the grid, which often comes from coal or gas, making them less eco-friendly. Adding solar photovoltaic (PV) systems to EVs can help by using sunlight to power the vehicle, cutting down on pollution and running costs. This paper looks at a solar PV-powered Switched Reluctance Motor (SRM) drive for EVs, with a smart energy management system to make it work better. SRMs are efficient, cheap, and strong because of their simple design [1]. The smart energy system handles changes in solar power, switching between solar, battery, and braking energy to keep the vehicle running smoothly. It also fixes SRM issues like shaking and noise for a better ride. This study shows that this setup works well, saves money, helps the environment, and points out some challenges. By using less grid power, this idea makes transport greener, and with better tech, solar-powered EVs can be the future.

Keywords: Solar PV, SRM drive, electric vehicles, adaptive energy management, renewable energy, green transportation