The Quicklift: Redefining Car Jack Dynamics & Design

Year : 2026 | Volume : 13 | Issue : 01 | Page : 86 92
    By

    Manoj Lohate,

  • Shyamsingh Thakur,

  • Kaushal Gandhi,

  • Sayali Nikam,

  • Gaurav Pandey,

  • Varun Chaskar,

  1. Assistant Professor, Department Mechanical, D.Y. Patil College of Engineering, Akurdi, Pune, Maharashtra, India
  2. Assistant Professor, Department Mechanical, D.Y. Patil College of Engineering, Akurdi, Pune, Maharashtra, India
  3. Student, Department Mechanical, D.Y. Patil College of Engineering, Akurdi, Pune, Maharashtra, India
  4. Student, Department Mechanical, D.Y. Patil College of Engineering, Akurdi, Pune, Maharashtra, India
  5. Student, Department Mechanical, D.Y. Patil College of Engineering, Akurdi, Pune, Maharashtra, India
  6. Student, Department Mechanical, D.Y. Patil College of Engineering, Akurdi, Pune, Maharashtra, India

Abstract

A Jack is a tool that aids in raising the vehicles without considerable physical efforts and thereby reducing strain injuries. This paper is about designed model of Jack and performing the static analysis (viz:structural) with the help of Solid works software. The outcomes obtained demonstrates that  jack can be used safely. Additional improvements to be made in the jack is by modifying the vertical cylindrical bar so that it can accommodate various vehicles with different ground clearances, thus offering broad range of applicability in automotive sector. In future upgrades, we will integrate this jack into the chassis of the vehicle, making it fully automatic, so that vehicle lifting does not need to be done manually, which saves a lot of time. In addition to the structural analysis, detailed stress–strain evaluation was conducted to identify critical regions subjected to maximum load concentration. The simulation results from SolidWorks indicated that the designed jack maintains stresses within permissible limits of the selected material, ensuring structural integrity under standard vehicle loading conditions. The factor of safety calculated from the analysis confirms that the design can withstand static loads typically encountered during maintenance operations such as tire replacement and underbody inspection. Material selection was carried out considering strength, weight, corrosion resistance, and cost-effectiveness. High-strength steel alloy was preferred due to its durability and load-bearing capability, while maintaining economic feasibility for mass production. The threaded mechanism and base plate were optimized to ensure even load distribution and enhanced stability on uneven surfaces. Ergonomic considerations were also incorporated into the design to minimize user effort and enhance operational safety. The base geometry was widened to improve balance, and anti-slip surface features were proposed to prevent displacement during lifting. Additionally, the modified vertical cylindrical bar design enables height adjustability, increasing compatibility with sedans, SUVs, and light commercial vehicles

Keywords: Quicklift, SolidWorks, CAD model, von Mises stresses, software analysis

[This article belongs to Trends in Machine design ]

How to cite this article:
Manoj Lohate, Shyamsingh Thakur, Kaushal Gandhi, Sayali Nikam, Gaurav Pandey, Varun Chaskar. The Quicklift: Redefining Car Jack Dynamics & Design. Trends in Machine design. 2026; 13(01):86-92.
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Manoj Lohate, Shyamsingh Thakur, Kaushal Gandhi, Sayali Nikam, Gaurav Pandey, Varun Chaskar. The Quicklift: Redefining Car Jack Dynamics & Design. Trends in Machine design. 2026; 13(01):86-92. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/tmd/article=2026/view=241949


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Volume 13
Issue 01
Received 13/01/2026
Accepted 31/01/2026
Published 06/04/2026
Publication Time 83 Days
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