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The usage of ordinary brakes in today’s brake applications has many challenges such as skidding, wear and tear, increased fuel consumption due to power assistance, requirement for anti-lock controls, insufficient braking force at high speeds. This diminishes the safety and efficiency of the braking application. To overcome these problems, Eddy Current Braking system which is responsive and low maintenance has been developed as a contactless and wear-free system using the reverse effect of eddy current. This braking system uses electromagnetic induction phenomenon that can provide frictionless braking for vehicles, including trains. Compared to traditional friction brakes, eddy current brakes can reduce the need for periodic replacement of braking components and lower braking costs. Additionally, this technology can help to reduce toxic smells caused by friction brakes while the vehicle is in motion. When a conductor is subjected to a time varying magnetic field, localised currents called Eddy Currents get induced. The integrated eddy current braking mechanism is combined with a power generation spur gear arrangement for bicycle. This a self-sustaining and eco-friendly solution which can proficiently manipulate braking force. This brake provides an advanced, reliable brake with both protective features and less wear performing part distortion which is great for bicycles, bikes and trains as well as those who seek modern vehicles. The interaction between the eddy currents and the magnetic field generates a resistive force that slows down the wheel. The braking force generated by the system will depend on the strength of the magnets, the speed of the wheel, and the conductivity of the material.The objective is creating a braking system that uses the principle of eddy currents to provide non-contact, smooth and adjustable braking. This system should be designed to use the same generator components, effectively turning the motor into a brake by short-circuiting its terminals, which creates a resistive load that slows down the wheel. This system will also serve as a method for controlled energy recovery.

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Engineering Headway (Volume 41)

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Bandaru Satya Sai Vardhan, Bodigadla Joshitha*, Kuppina Naga Durga Prasad, Resapu Mounandhar Reddy, Rapeta Sundara Ramam

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Eddy Current, Frictionless Brake Disc, Magnetic Field, Power Generation

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