Finite Element Analysis of Honda Civic 1.5RS Drive Shaft Performance and Durability

Abstract

Driveshaft is an inherent part of auto transmission which effectively 
supports torque and rotary force from the engine to wheels, providing 
requisite security and performances in spite of varying heaps. In this 
work the FEA and analytical approach is used to find the radial, axial, 
bending and torque stresses on the driveshaft of Honda Civic 1.5RS. Low 
carbon 1060 alloy material curved model was created using SolidWorks 
version 2023 and curved meshing was applied. Toward that end, Von 
Mises stress, displacement, and Factor of Safety (FOS) were calculated 
to check FEA credibility under various loading scenarios. The paper also 
points to design enhancements and consideration of other materials 
including composite as a critical focus. Thus, the objectives of the 
research were met, and evidence of the functional safety of the 
driveshaft was obtained, along with recommendations for further 
enhancements. These findings are the outcome of contributing refined 
knowledge to improve driveshaft durability and provide a precedent for 
subsequent research including material science and fatigue assessment.