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In 2050, the countdown to achieving Net Zero carbon emissions has begun, and the world is making great efforts to work towards this goal. One of the key focus areas is the electrification of transportation, with electric commercial vehicles being a major target for development by major car manufacturers worldwide. Commercial vehicles are used more frequently, have a wider range of applications, and hold a larger market share compared to regular passenger vehicles, making the development of electric commercial vehicles crucial. The focus of this study is on a commercial electric three-wheeler, which serves as a last mile solution in urban logistics. This vehicle combines the convenience and maneuverability of a motorcycle with a cargo capacity several times that of a motorcycle, making it an ideal choice for transportation and logistics in cities. However, in order to enhance its performance, cargo efficiency, and environmental friendliness, lightweight technology becomes crucial. Lightweighting aims to reduce the overall weight of the vehicle to lower energy consumption, increase range, and decrease emissions. In traditional cargo box designs, the structure’s strength is often overly designed to maintain a sturdy cargo box structure, leading to excessive self-weight of the cargo box. In order to maximize cargo efficiency, logistic companies may engage in overloading activities, posing safety hazards and increasing energy consumption. This paper aims to utilize reliability design methods, structural analysis CAE (Ansys), and Design Of Experiment (DOE) to find the optimal design solution for the cargo box. The goal is to achieve a modularized cargo box module with a 1000-liter internal space, optimal lightweighting, and the best combination of structural strength and stress.
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