The project titled “Design and Development of Wind-Based Sustainable Electric Vehicle (EV)” focuses on generating and utilizing renewable wind energy to support sustainable electric mobility. The system employs a vertical axis wind turbine (VAWT) to harness wind energy and convert it into mechanical power, which is further transformed into electrical energy using a dynamo. The generated power is regulated and stored in a rechargeable battery through a dedicated charging circuit.

A PIC microcontroller serves as the central control unit, continuously monitoring the generated voltage and battery status using voltage sensors. A regulated power supply ensures stable operation of all electronic components. The system integrates a crystal oscillator for precise timing control. Real-time data such as generated voltage and battery level are displayed on an LCD with a driver circuit, while LED indicators provide quick visual status updates. A reset button is included for system control and safety.

This design promotes clean energy utilization, reduces dependence on fossil fuels, and enhances the sustainability of electric vehicles. The proposed system demonstrates an efficient, eco-friendly approach to integrating renewable wind energy into EV charging applications, contributing to green transportation solutions.

    Objectives

1. To design and develop a vertical axis wind turbine (VAWT) capable of generating electrical energy from wind in a compact and efficient manner.
2. To convert mechanical energy into electrical energy using a dynamo and integrate an efficient charging circuit for energy storage.
3. To implement a rechargeable battery system for storing generated wind energy and supplying power to the electric vehicle system.
4. To monitor generated voltage and battery status using voltage sensors and interface them with a PIC microcontroller.
5. To develop a microcontroller-based control system for managing power regulation, monitoring, and display operations.
6. To provide real-time system status display using an LCD with driver circuit.
7. To promote renewable energy utilization in electric vehicles to reduce environmental pollution and fossil fuel dependency.
8. To develop a sustainable and eco-friendly EV support system that enhances green transportation technology.

    The major building blocks of this project are:  

• Vertical axis Wind turbine.
• Charging Circuit.
• Rechargeable battery.
• Dynamo.
• Voltage sensors.
• PIC microcontroller.
• LCD display.
• Crystal oscillator
• Reset button.
• LED indicator.

    Software’s used:  

1. PIC-C compiler for Embedded C programming.
2. PIC kit 2 programmer for dumping code into Microcontroller.
3. Express SCH for Circuit design.

    Block Diagram:    

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