Concept of drive cycle - II — Lesson 2

This lesson covers the concept of a standard drive cycle, which is standardized by a governing body in a country for different types of vehicles. The purpose of a standard drive cycle is to compare vehicles by different manufacturers and to ensure that fuel is not wasted, as this leads to increased emissions. The lesson further delves into how to calculate the energy consumed per kilometer for different drive cycles using spreadsheets. For instance, a low-end two-wheeler consumes about 16 watts per kilometer without taking into account regeneration.

Video Highlights

00:17 - Introduction to standard drive cycle
02:06 - Importance of considering slopes in drive cycles
04:20 - Introduction to the India Drive Cycle (IDC) for two-wheelers
10:08 - How to compute distance and energy consumption for a two-wheeler using IDC
25:49 - Home Assignment on preparing a spreadsheet for two-wheeler IDC

Key Takeaways

- A standard drive cycle is used to compare vehicles by different manufacturers and to ensure fuel efficiency.
- Different cities and countries can have different drive cycles due to factors such as congestion and speed limits.
- Energy consumed per kilometer for different drive cycles can be calculated using spreadsheets.
- For example, a low-end two-wheeler consumes about 16 watts per kilometer without taking into account regeneration.