Influence of track width, wheel base on turning radius and static behavior of stub axle, c-clamp in go-karts steering system

Jay Prakash Srivastava*, Kavvempally Suryateja, Pankaj Kumar, Gankidi Gangadhar Reddy, Mohammed Moizuddin, Subodh Kumar, Amit Kumar Jain

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Abstract

The steering system is a crucial component in guiding motor vehicles along the road, interpreting the driver’s intended path. It plays a vital role in enhancing the handling and stability of vehicles, complementing other significant aspects such as the engine, transmission, and body. This paper aims to study the role of wheel base and track width, how it impacts on turning radius and structural behavior of stub axle and c-clamp under the load conditions. The study considers diverse wheelbase and track width configurations adhering to the standards set by major Society of Automobile Engineers events conducted in India and internationally. Through analytical calculations, the optimal turning radius is determined. Additionally, 3D models are generated using computer-aided design (CAD) software, and their structural behavior is assessed using finite element analysis (FEA) software.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationRecent Advances in Mechanical Engineering, Volume 2: Select Proceedings of ICMech-REC 23
EditorsGujjala Raghavendra, B.B.V.L. Deepak, Manoj Gupta
PublisherSpringer Singapore
Pages441-450
Number of pages10
Volume2
ISBN (Electronic)9789819722495
ISBN (Print)9789819722488
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 18 Jun 2024
EventInternational Conference on Mechanical Engineering: Researches and Evolutionary Challenges - Telangana, India
Duration: 23 Jun 202325 Jun 2023

Publication series

NameLecture Notes in Mechanical Engineering
PublisherSpringer
ISSN (Print)2195-4356
ISSN (Electronic)2195-4364

Conference

ConferenceInternational Conference on Mechanical Engineering: Researches and Evolutionary Challenges
Abbreviated titleICMech-REC 23
Country/TerritoryIndia
CityTelangana
Period23/06/2325/06/23

Keywords

  • Turning radius
  • Track width
  • Wheel base
  • Ackermann steering
  • Go-kart

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Automotive Engineering
  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Fluid Flow and Transfer Processes

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