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Regenerative braking course for electric motorcycles

Regenerative Braking Course for Electric Motorcycles

Explore the technology that converts kinetic energy into electrical energy during braking, increasing the efficiency and range of motorcycles. It focuses on the study of energy recovery systems, types of regenerative braking, component design, and performance optimization. It delves into integration with electronic control units (ECUs) and battery management to maximize system efficiency and durability. Participants learn to diagnose and maintain these systems, crucial for the development of sustainable electric mobility.

The course provides practical knowledge of control hardware and software, testing and calibration, and failure analysis, with an emphasis on safety and compliance with road safety regulations. Specialized software is used for simulation and modeling of regenerative braking systems. The training prepares participants for roles such as electric vehicle specialist technicians, braking system design engineers, and electric mobility consultants, contributing to innovation in the sector.

Duration3 months
ModeHybrid
LanguageEnglish / Spanish
Start datesOctober / March
LocationEurope (Madrid)
AwardSEIUM Institute diploma
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Learning outcomes

What you will be able to do

01

Analysis of Regenerative Braking Systems in Electric Motorcycles

02

Optimization of Regenerative Braking: Design and Performance of Rotors for Electric Motorcycles

03

Comprehensive user-oriented design and validation (from modeling to manufacturing)

04

Advanced Engineering: Study and Optimization of Rotors for Regenerative Brakes in Electric Motorcycles

05

Design, Operation and Optimization of Rotors for Regenerative Braking Systems in Electric Motorcycles

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Rotor Design and Efficiency: An In-Depth Analysis for Regenerative Braking in Electric Motorcycles

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Study of the Performance and Design of Rotors for Regenerative Systems in Electric Motorcycles

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Design and Performance Analysis of Rotors in Regenerative Braking Systems of Electric Motorcycles

Profile

Who it's for

  • Engineers with experience in the design, development, and maintenance of braking systems.
  • Technicians and mechanics specializing in electric motorcycles who wish to expand their knowledge.
  • Professionals in the electric mobility industry (manufacturers, distributors, workshops) interested in regenerative braking technology.
  • Students in technical fields (Mechanical Engineering, Electronics, Automotive Engineering, etc.) seeking specialization in electric vehicle braking systems.
  • Electric motorcycle enthusiasts with technical knowledge and a deep interest in the operation of their components, including regenerative braking.
Standards & tools

What you'll work with

  • Standards-driven curriculum: you will work with CS-27/CS-29, DO-160, DO-178C/DO-254, ARP4754A/ARP4761, ADS-33E-PRF from the first module.
  • Accreditable laboratories (EN ISO/IEC 17025) with rotor bench, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL, vibrations/acoustics.
  • Evidence-oriented TFM: safety case, test plan, compliance dossierand operational limits.
  • Mentored by industry: teachers with experience in rotorcraft, tiltrotor, eVTOL/UAM and flight test.
  • Flexible modality (hybrid/online), international cohorts and support from SEIUM Career Services.
  • Ethics and security: safety-by-design approach, cyber-OT, DIH and compliance as pillars.
Syllabus

10 modules

  1. 1.1Fundamentals of Regenerative Braking: Principles and Operation.
  2. 1.2Advantages of Regenerative Braking in Electric Motorcycles: Efficiency and Range.
  3. 1.3Key Components of a Regenerative Braking System.
  4. 1.4Types of Regenerative Braking Systems: Classification and Comparison.
  5. 1.5The Importance of Rotor Design in Braking Efficiency.
  6. 1.6Environmental Impact and Sustainability of Regenerative Braking.
  7. 1.7Regulatory Framework and Standards Applicable to Braking Systems.
  8. 1.8Case Studies: Examples of Market Implementation.
  9. 1.9Introduction to the Mathematics and Physics Underlying Regenerative Braking.
  10. 1.10Introduction to Simulation and Design Tools for Braking Systems.
  1. 2.2Introduction to Rotors in Regenerative Braking Systems
  2. 2.2Operating Principles of Regenerative Braking
  3. 2.3Rotor Design: Key Considerations
  4. 2.4Rotor Materials and Their Impact on Performance
  5. 2.5Force and Moment Analysis in the Rotor
  6. 2.6Rotor Modeling and Simulation
  7. 2.7Rotor Design Optimization for Energy Efficiency
  8. 2.8Thermal Design and Heat Dissipation in the Rotor
  9. 2.9Rotor Performance Testing and Evaluation
  10. 2.20Safety and Regulatory Aspects in Rotor Design
  1. 3.3Fundamentals of Rotor Design for Regenerative Braking
  2. 3.2Rotor Types: Materials and Geometries
  3. 3.3Evaluation of Key Parameters: Torque, Efficiency, and Power Generation
  4. 3.4Design Analysis: Software and Simulation Tools
  5. 3.5Testing and Validation: Test Benches and Motor Simulation
  6. 3.6Design Optimization: Strategies for Improving Performance
  7. 3.7Rotor Design: Influence on Energy Efficiency
  8. 3.8Rotor Failure Analysis and Durability
  9. 3.9Performance Improvement: Design Modification and Testing
  10. 3.30Case Studies: Design and Optimization Models
  1. 4.4Engineering Principles of Regenerative Braking for Electric Motorcycles
  2. 4.2Advanced Rotor Design: Optimized Materials and Geometries
  3. 4.3Magnetic Flux Analysis and Winding Design
  4. 4.4Simulation and Numerical Modeling of Braking Systems
  5. 4.5Energy Efficiency Optimization and Recovery
  6. 4.6Integration of Regenerative Braking Systems into the Motorcycle Architecture
  7. 4.7Regenerative Braking Control and Management: Advanced Strategies
  8. 4.8Testing and Validation: Performance Analysis under Real-World Conditions
  9. 4.9Failure Analysis and Predictive Maintenance of Rotors
  10. 4.40Design for Sustainability: Environmental Impact and Life Cycle
  1. 5.5Principles of Regenerative Braking in Electric Motorcycles
  2. 5.5Key Components of the Regenerative Braking System
  3. 5.3Rotor Design: Materials and Geometries
  4. 5.4Rotor Operation: Energy Conversion
  5. 5.5​​Optimizing Rotor Design for Greater Efficiency
  6. 5.6Analysis of Energy Losses in the Rotor
  7. 5.7Methods for Evaluating Rotor Performance
  8. 5.8Impact of Rotor Design on Durability and Safety
  9. 5.9Regulations and Standards in Rotor Design
  10. 5.50Case Studies: Design and Operation of Rotors in Specific Models
  1. 6.6Introduction to Regenerative Braking Systems in Electric Motorcycles
  2. 6.2Design and Operation Principles of Rotors
  3. 6.3Materials and Manufacturing of Rotors for Regenerative Brakes
  4. 6.4Performance Analysis: Key Factors in Rotor Design
  5. 6.5Optimizing Rotor Design for Energy Efficiency
  6. 6.6Simulation and Modeling of Rotors for Regenerative Brakes
  7. 6.7Rotor Evaluation and Testing Methods
  8. 6.8Rotor Design for Different Types of Electric Motorcycles
  9. 6.9Rotor Integration with the Braking Control System
  10. 6.60Case Studies: Examples of Rotor Design and Optimization
  1. 7.7Introduction to Rotor Design for Regenerative Braking in Electric Motorcycles
  2. 7.2Operating Principles of Regenerative Braking in Electric Motorcycles
  3. 7.3Rotor Design: Materials and Geometries
  4. 7.4Rotor Efficiency and Performance Analysis
  5. 7.7Electrical Circuit Design and Braking System Control
  6. 7.6Rotor Integration into the Motorcycle System
  7. 7.7Rotor Design Testing and Validation
  8. 7.8Rotor Design Optimization for Different Riding Conditions
  9. 7.9Safety and Regulatory Aspects
  10. 7.70Future Trends and Development of New Technologies in Rotors
  1. 8.8Principles of Regenerative Braking in Electric Motorcycles
  2. 8.8Rotor Design for Regenerative Brakes: Key Considerations
  3. 8.3Materials and Manufacturing of Rotors for Braking Systems
  4. 8.4Performance Analysis: Efficiency and Energy Generation
  5. 8.5Design Optimization: Aerodynamic and Thermal Aspects
  6. 8.6Simulation and Modeling of Regenerative Braking Systems
  7. 8.7Testing and Validation: Test Benches and Motorcycle Trials
  8. 8.8System Integration: Control and Power Electronics
  9. 8.8Impact on Energy Efficiency and Range
  10. 8.80Future Trends: Innovations in Design and Materials
  1. 9.9Introduction to Regenerative Braking in Electric Motorcycles
  2. 9.9Operating Principles of Regenerative Braking Systems
  3. 9.3Key Components: Electric Motor, Controller, and Battery
  4. 9.4Analysis of Braking Systems: Advantages and Disadvantages
  5. 9.5Rotor Design: Materials, Geometry, and Considerations
  6. 9.6Factors Affecting Regenerative Braking Performance
  7. 9.7Simulation and Modeling of Braking Systems
  8. 9.8Data Analysis and Performance Evaluation
  9. 9.9Case Study: Implementation and Results
  10. 9.90Conclusions and Future Trends
  1. 1. Analysis of Regenerative Braking Systems in Electric Motorcycles
  2. 1.1Introduction to Regenerative Braking in Electric Motorcycles
  3. 1.2Operating Principles and Key Components
  4. 1.3Advantages and Disadvantages of Regenerative Braking
  5. 1.4Types of Regenerative Braking Systems
  6. 1.5Applications and Case Studies in Electric Motorcycles
  7. 1.6Performance and Efficiency Analysis Methods
  8. 1.7Simulation and Modeling of Braking Systems
  9. 1.8Component Design and Selection
  10. 1.9Safety and Regulatory Considerations
  11. 1.10Implementation and Evaluation Project
  12. 2. Optimization of Regenerative Braking: Design and Performance of Rotors for Electric Motorcycles
  13. 2.1Fundamentals of Brake Rotor Design
  14. 2.2Rotor Materials and Technologies
  15. 2.3Aerodynamic Design and Rotor Geometry
  16. 2.4Rotor Performance Optimization
  17. 2.5Analysis Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) in Rotor Design
  18. 2.6Integration with the Braking System
  19. 2.7Performance Testing and Evaluation
  20. 2.8Design and Optimization Methodologies
  21. 2.9Control and Regulation Design
  22. 2.10Rotor Optimization Project
  23. 3. Evaluation and Improvement of Rotor Design for Regenerative Braking in Electric Motorcycles
  24. 3.1Review of Existing Rotor Designs
  25. 3.2Performance and Energy Efficiency Evaluation
  26. 3.3Identification of Areas for Improvement
  27. 3.4Design of Modifications and Improvements
  28. 3.5Simulation and Comparative Analysis
  29. 3.6Bench and Vehicle Testing
  30. 3.7Design Validation and Verification
  31. 3.8Design Control and Safety
  32. 3.9Implementation of Changes and Adjustments
  33. 3.10Rotor Design Improvement Project
  34. 4. Advanced Engineering: Study and Optimization of Rotors for Regenerative Braking in Motorcycles Electric Motorcycles
  35. 4.1Advanced Rotor Design Fundamentals
  36. 4.2Structural and Thermo-Mechanical Analysis
  37. 4.3Parametric and Generative Design
  38. 4.4Multi-Objective Rotor Optimization
  39. 4.5Integration with Advanced Control Systems
  40. 4.6Simulation-Based Design Methodology
  41. 4.7Rapid Prototyping and Additive Manufacturing
  42. 4.8Durability and Fatigue Testing
  43. 4.9Cost and Life Cycle Analysis
  44. 4.10Advanced Rotor Engineering Project
  45. 5. Design, Operation, and Optimization of Rotors for Regenerative Braking Systems in Electric Motorcycles
  46. 5.1Rotor Design Principles and Regenerative Braking
  47. 5.2System Components and Operation
  48. 5.3Geometric Design of the Rotor
  49. 5.4Material Selection for Rotors
  50. 5.5Aerodynamic and Thermal Optimization
  51. 5.6Simulation and Modeling of the Rotor
  52. 5.7Performance and Efficiency Testing
  53. 5.8Control System Design
  54. 5.9Safety and Certification Aspects
  55. 5.10Rotor Design and Optimization Project
  56. 6. Rotor Design and Efficiency: An In-Depth Analysis for Regenerative Braking in Electric Motorcycles
  57. 6.1Introduction to Rotor Design and Regenerative Braking
  58. 6.2Analysis of the Forces Acting on the Rotor
  59. 6.3Geometric Design and Material Selection
  60. 6.4Rotor Channel and Blade Design
  61. 6.5Rotor Performance Optimization
  62. 6.6Energy Efficiency Analysis
  63. 6.7Flow and Heat Transfer Simulation
  64. 6.8Bench and Field Testing
  65. 6.9Control System Design
  66. 6.10Rotor Design and Analysis Project
  67. 7. Performance Study and Design of Rotors for Regenerative Systems in Electric Motorcycles
  68. 7.1Introduction Regenerative Braking Systems
  69. 7.2Rotor Design and Operation
  70. 7.3Analysis of Factors Affecting Rotor Performance
  71. 7.4Rotor Materials and Manufacturing Technologies
  72. 7.5Computational Simulation and Results Analysis
  73. 7.6Laboratory Testing and Model Validation
  74. 7.7Strategies for Improving Rotor Performance
  75. 7.8Design of Control and Regulation Systems
  76. 7.9Safety and Certification Aspects
  77. 7.10Rotor Study and Design Project
  78. 8. Design and Performance Analysis of Rotors in Regenerative Braking Systems for Electric Motorcycles
  79. 8.1Introduction to Regenerative Braking and its Components
  80. 8.2Geometric Design and Material Selection of the Rotor
  81. 8.3Analysis of Forces and Loads on the Rotor
  82. 8.4Flow and Heat Transfer Simulation
  83. 8.5Rotor Performance Optimization
  84. 8.6Design of the Control System Braking
  85. 8.7Performance and Efficiency Tests
  86. 8.8Reliability and Durability Analysis
  87. 8.9Safety and Regulatory Aspects
  88. 8.10Rotor Design and Analysis Project
Methodology, software & labs

How you'll learn

  • Hands-on methodology: test-before-you-trust, design reviews, failure analysis, compliance evidence.
  • Software (depending on licenses/partners): MATLAB/Simulink, Python (NumPy/SciPy), OpenVSP, SU2/OpenFOAM, Nastran/Abaqus, AMESim/Modelica, acoustics tools, planning toolchains DO-178C.
  • SEIUM Laboratories: scale rotor bench, vibrations/acoustics, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL for AFCS, data acquisition with strain gauging.
  • Standards and compliance: EN 9100, 17025, ISO 27001, GDPR.
Accreditable laboratories(EN ISO/IEC 17025) with rotor bench, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL, vibrations/acoustics.
Evidence-oriented Master's Thesis:safety case, test plan, compliance dossier and operational limits.
Industry Mentored:teachers with experience in training, , eVTOL/UAM and flight test.
Flexible modality(hybrid/online), international cohorts and support from SEIUM Career Services.
Ethics and safety:safety-by-design approach, cyber-OT, DIH and compliance as pillars.
Career opportunities

Where this takes you

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