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For the three-wheeler vehicle efficiency and
safety is very much depend on the structural performance of
their bumper systems, which must absorb impact energy
while maintaining low weight for improved fuel economy.
Even though the conventional steel bumper is structurally
strong, it increases the mass of vehicle and can go under
corrosion and it is permanently deformed during impact. To
address these limitations, this project focuses on the design
and strength optimization of a three-wheeler side bumper
beam using composite materials. In this study, bumper beams
of different cross-sectional geometries—such as rectangular,
B-section, and hat-section—are modeled and analyzed to
identify the most effective configuration in terms of impact
strength, and deformation resistance. Advanced Finite
Element Analysis (FEA) is used to simulate side-impact
loading and evaluate key performance parameters such as
stress distribution, energy absorption, and deflection
characteristics. The material design incorporates glass fiber-
reinforced polymer (GFRP) and carbon fiber reinforced
polymer hybrid composite systems, chosen for their high
specific strength, superior impact behavior, and corrosion
resistance. Further, topology and strength optimization
techniques are applied to refine the selected geometry,
minimizing weight while maintaining structural integrity.
The results of this study are expected to reveal the most
efficient cross-sectional design and composite configuration
suitable for side bumper beams in three-wheelers. Overall,
the project contributes to the development of high
performance, safe, and sustainable automotive structures,
offering a viable alternative to conventional metallic designs
for improved vehicle safety and performance.
"Finite Element Analysis of 3-Wheeler Side Bumper Beam Using Composite Material", International Journal for Research Trends and Innovation (www.ijrti.org), ISSN:2456-3315, Vol.11, Issue 5, page no.a595-a606, May-2026, Available :http://www.ijrti.org/papers/IJRTI2605073.pdf
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