You need weigth of the car and suspension travel during a ride. Energy output depends basicly on how bumpy the road is, the suspension compliance, weight of the car, how long distance traveled. Harvesting all the energy loss makes very stiff suspensions...Ziv7 said:I don't need anything exact and I don't have a specific car. I'm just interested in approximates power/fuel consumption at speeds like 30,50 & 70 mph.
I'm doing a study on energy harvesting in suspension system and want to find out the % savings such systems could have on the average user.
You would probably not save much if you want to maintain the suspension and stability properties of your car. The most energy you can extract from the suspension is having no suspension at all. Ofcourse the ride would be rather unpleasent, but mpg would increase.Ziv7 said:I know about the power harvested as I have performed an experiment and done some analysis on matlab.
What I want is rough power consumption of an average car. (obviously the consumption is different at different speeds)
It is just for comparison purposes to represent the % of potential energy savings such systems can lead to.
Thanks
The average power consumption of a car varies depending on the make and model, but it is typically around 10-15 kilowatt-hours per 100 miles. However, this can vary greatly depending on driving habits, road conditions, and other factors.
The power consumption of a car is measured in kilowatt-hours (kWh) or watt-hours (Wh). This measurement is calculated by multiplying the voltage and amperage of the car's battery. It can also be measured using a device called a wattmeter.
There are several factors that can affect the power consumption of a car, including driving habits, road conditions, vehicle weight, and weather conditions. Using accessories such as air conditioning or heating can also significantly increase power consumption.
The type of fuel used in a car can greatly impact its power consumption. For example, electric cars have lower power consumption compared to gasoline or diesel cars. The quality and purity of the fuel can also affect power consumption, as well as the efficiency of the car's engine and transmission.
Yes, modifications to a car can affect its power consumption. For example, adding larger or wider tires can increase the rolling resistance and require more energy to move the car. Additionally, adding aftermarket accessories such as a roof rack or spoilers can also impact the car's aerodynamics and increase power consumption.