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This study aimed to develop a model and prototype of a more sustainable electromagnetic braking system which can cope with the future demands of the automobile industry due to the increasing number of e-vehicles. The braking mechanism is been used in almost every type of mechanical vehicle and it utilizes crude oil as fuel which when burnt causes air pollution. To save the environment from air pollution e-vehicles have been introduced to the market. Electromagnetic brakes are been used in e-vehicles as these vehicles incorporate huge electric systems which may be damaged or ignited through any leakage from the hydraulic brake. In this study, engineering knowledge has been implemented to design and fabricate a model of the electromagnetic braking system (EMS) which works on the principle of eddy current. A 3D model of EMS was developed. Further, static displacement and brake power analyses were performed to check the strength of EMS and the performance of the prototype developed, respectively. At an average speed of 31 RPM, brake power produced was 3.9 W. Static structural analysis on a frame made of grey cast iron showed that there was negligible deformation for load up to 200 N. Electromagnetic braking system based on this analysis and model could meet the market needs for conveyor belt application as well. The observations from this study might be useful in the development of a more efficient electrical vehicle braking system with varying demands of momentum.