An extensive market survey was also done on frame material, brakes, motor, transmission system for cost and availability. Design calculations were carried out and optimum results were obtained.

Slick tires are used to provide more traction. Hydraulic disc brakes were provided for smooth and effective braking under both dry and wet conditions. The kart is provided with a timing belt drive to achieve maximum efficiency in transmission of power from the motor to the wheels. Speed control of the kart was done using a voltage controller. Motor, the heart of the electric vehicle was selected and installed in such a way that it can perform well for an extended run time. Weight reduction was a major concern and hence linkage type steering was selected for the kart. The results obtained showed that the frame design was safe under maximal impact load conditions. To check the feasibility of the frame design, finite element analysis has been done using ANSYS 14.5. Aluminium alloy 6063 has been employed for the frame to reduce the overall weight. The CAD model of the kart was done in CREO 2.0. The main focus of the frame design was on the stability of the kart and safety of the driver. Detailed design of subsystems like chassis frame, steering system, electrical power train and braking mechanism has been done effectively.

Alternate materials have been applied in the kart to reduce both static and dynamic forces in pursuance of improving the efficiency and performance of the kart. In order to maintain the speed levels of the kart, seamless decision was made in motor selection. The main aim of this paper is to reduce the usage of organic fuel powered vehicles and to design a vehicle which works efficiently in the emerging electric vehicle sector. This paper presents the design and analysis of an electric motor powered kart.

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