Design and Development of AKEA: A 360-degree rotating vehicle
1 Department of Mechanical Engineering, Lagos State University, P.M.B.1087 Apapa, Lagos, Nigeria.
2 Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering, Lagos State University, P.M.B.1087 Apapa, Lagos, Nigeria.
Research Article
Global Journal of Engineering and Technology Advances, 2023, 16(02), 065–074.
Article DOI: 10.30574/gjeta.2023.16.2.0142
Publication history:
Received on 15 June 2023; revised on 31 July 2023; accepted on 02 August 2023
Abstract:
The design of a 360-degree rotating vehicle has been proposed as a solution to the problems encountered in traditional wheel vehicles. This paper highlights the benefits of such a design, the proposed models for implementing the design, and the design of a 360-degree rotating vehicle known as AKEA. Traditional wheel vehicles are faced with numerous problems such as parking and u-turn. The 360-degree rotating vehicle design eliminates these problems as it can take turns without moving the vehicle, and no extra space is required to turn the vehicle. The proposed models for implementing the design of the 360-degree rotating vehicle include lifting plates, chain sprockets, chain or belt drives, and quad-steering mechanisms. These models have several shortcomings, including complexity in design, unrealistic features and increased turning radius. The AKEA design, however, incorporates sustainable and recycled materials, and the result of the design process was a vehicle that performed various features. These features include side-ways movement, 360-degree rotation, and mobile phone operation. AKEA is connected to the mobile phone via Bluetooth, having a range of 100 meters. However, to improve the design further, sensors for self-driving and WiFi connectivity for a broader range of connectivity were proposed. In conclusion, the design of a 360-degree rotating vehicle is necessary to reduce and eliminate problems encountered in traditional wheel vehicles. Although several models have been proposed, the AKEA design performs various features and can be implemented in modern cars and trucks. Improving the design by incorporating sensors and WiFi connectivity will improve the responsiveness of the mobile application and ensure wider range connectivity.
Keywords:
360-Degree Rotating Vehicle; Zero Turning Radius; Bluetooth Connectivity.
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