Go Kart, by definition is a simple 4-wheeler, single seater on track vehicle with no differential and suspension system. Fabrication of go-kart aid in learning about all the divisions involved in vehicle design like chassis, steering, transmission, brakes and so on. In any vehicle, engine determines the speed and power of a vehicle, as so in go karts. McCulloch MC-10 was the first go kart engine which is a manually transmitted two stroke engines adapted from chain saw, manufactured by McCulloch Company.At present they are many engines existing which are appropriate for go kart. This paper aims to study the velocity, acceleration, torque, sprocket ratio and slipping condition of three different types of engines (manual transmission engine, continuous variable transmission engine and industrial engine). Engines are opted as per standards issued by Society of Automobile Engineers (SAE), India and abroad. Analytical formulations are used to carry-out the performance comparison. This study helps design engineers or automobile enthusiasts in proper selection of engines based on their need and their application.
Go-kart, an agile and elegant vehicle which has become the one from many to acquire basic knowledge of the automobile. Students are very much fascinated towards Design and fabrication of karts to gain hands-on experience. These vehicles encompass all recommended aspects which are involved in lightweight passenger vehicles. Some of the major aspects are likely to be steering, brakes, chassis, transmission system and wheels. Brakes play a crucial role in terms of control and safety. Hydraulic brakes are the only type which aids in achieving minimum stopping distance and time. Use of hydraulic brakes in go-kart became mandatory as the pressurized fluid makes the driver apply less effort. This paper investigated the effect of pedal ratio, manual force and gross weight of the vehicle on stopping distance and stopping time. The result outcomes can be used for the selection of better braking parameter configuration. The reader can choose the value without confusion and design his/her kart accordingly so that it can perform better with ease.
In present automotive sector there are magnificent transformations from mechanical to electrical with intensive changes. Each and every one is showing enthusiasm towards vehicles. In addition, humans are very much fascinated towards vehicles where they are driving faster than before. Many types of braking system have been introduced but this paper explains whether the brakes can be applied with less human effort by removing the solid linkage present in between pedal and master cylinder. In order to make the braking system economical and affordable, we are introducing a mechatronic technique which helps us in eliminating the solid linkage present in between the pedal which is linked to master cylinder, linking the pedal to linear potentiometer for the resistance. As the resistance starts varying, difference in braking will be observed. This technique helps in reducing manual effort. Working will be effective and efficient if the components are given more than recommended power supply.
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