AI-Driven IoT Framework for Smart Energy
Management in Hybrid Electric Vehicles
Sowmiya Selvanathan
Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science and Engineering,
Sriram Engineering College, Chennai, India.
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Abstract
The demand for intelligent energy management in hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) has grown significantly
due to increasing environmental concerns and the need for sustainable mobility. This paper proposes an
Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven Internet of Things (IoT) framework for optimizing energy consumption,
predictive maintenance, and real-time monitoring in HEVs. The system integrates IoT-based sensors, cloud
analytics, and a machine learning controller to predict energy usage patterns and optimize hybrid energy
source utilization. Experimental simulations show that the proposed model achieves improved fuel efficiency
and battery health compared to conventional methods. This approach demonstrates the potential of
AI-integrated IoT solutions for efficient and sustainable energy management in smart vehicles.
Keywords: AI, IoT, Hybrid Electric Vehicles, Energy Management, Machine Learning, Smart
Transportation
1. Introduction
The growing emphasis on sustainable energy and reduction of carbon emissions has accelerated the adoption
of Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEVs). These vehicles combine internal combustion engines and electric motors
to achieve higher efficiency and lower emissions. However, managing energy distribution between these two
sources remains a complex challenge. Traditional systems rely on pre-defined energy management strategies
that do not adapt to real-time conditions or user behavior. With recent advancements in Artificial Intelligence
(AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT), intelligent monitoring and adaptive energy management have become
feasible. AI algorithms can analyze data from IoT-enabled sensors to predict optimal energy flow, reduce
power wastage, and extend battery life. This paper presents a comprehensive AI-driven IoT framework to
enable adaptive and efficient energy management for HEVs.
2. Literature Review
Research in intelligent vehicle energy management has focused on optimizing battery and fuel use through
various control strategies. Kalghatgi et al. (2021) discussed the efficiency of hybrid energy systems using
model predictive control. Zhang et al. (2022) proposed deep learning models for energy optimization in
electric vehicles. Similarly, IoT integration for vehicle monitoring was explored by Chen et al. (2023), where
real-time data enhanced performance analysis and fault prediction. Although these studies demonstrate
progress, there remains a need for a unified, real-time system that combines AI-driven prediction with
IoT-based data acquisition. This research addresses that gap by developing an integrated architecture with AI
analytics in the cloud layer and IoT sensors embedded in the HEV system.
3. Proposed System Architecture
The proposed system is based on a three-layer architecture: (1) IoT Sensing Layer – embedded sensors for
monitoring voltage, current, temperature, and vehicle speed. Data is transmitted via MQTT/HTTP. (2) Cloud
Analytics Layer – an AI model predicts optimal energy source switching and battery charging schedules. (3)
Control Layer – feedback control adjusts energy distribution between motor and engine in real-time. The AI
model uses regression-based prediction and reinforcement learning for adaptive control, and data
visualization dashboards display real-time status for drivers and fleet managers.
4. Methodology
Data is collected from HEV components via IoT sensors. Pre-processing removes noise. Machine learning
models (Random Forest and ANN) are trained on historical energy data. Reinforcement learning adjusts the
energy flow dynamically. MQTT protocol ensures low-latency communication, and optimized commands are
executed through the vehicle’s ECU.
5. Results and Discussion
The framework was simulated using MATLAB and Python. A dataset of 10,000 driving cycles was used for
model training. The proposed system achieved a 12.6% improvement in energy efficiency, 8.4% reduction in
fuel consumption, and 15% improvement in battery life compared to baseline models. IoT-enabled
monitoring improved reliability and predictive maintenance. Results confirm that AI and IoT integration can
optimize hybrid vehicle energy performance.
6. Conclusion and Future Work
This paper presented an AI-driven IoT framework for smart energy management in hybrid electric vehicles.
The proposed architecture combines IoT-based sensing, cloud computing, and AI algorithms to optimize
energy utilization. Simulation results show notable improvements in efficiency and reliability. Future work
will focus on implementing the system in real HEV prototypes and extending it for autonomous vehicles with
vehicle-to-grid capabilities.
References
1. Kalghatgi, G., et al. (2021). Model Predictive Control for Hybrid Electric Vehicles. IEEE Transactions on
Vehicular Technology, 70(5), 4520–4532.
2. Zhang, L., et al. (2022). Deep Learning-Based Energy Management for Electric Vehicles. Journal of
Intelligent & Fuzzy Systems, 42(4), 5789–5801.
3. Chen, Y., et al. (2023). IoT-Enabled Predictive Maintenance for Smart Transportation Systems. Sensors,
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4. Sharma, R., & Singh, D. (2024). AI-Integrated Framework for Hybrid Electric Vehicles. International
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