Design Optimization and Analysis of Steering and Braking Sub-System of a Go-Kart

The Go-Kart is a four-wheeled racing car without a differential or suspension. There are several different types of go-karts, ranging from non-motorized models to extremely fast racing karts. The two primary control systems of a go-kart are the steering system and the braking system. Our objectives were to locate design defects, notably in these two sub-systems, and to enhance the design of components such as stub axle and brake disc. This paper gives you an idea and approach under theoretical calculations to design the steering geometry which is a flawless Ackermann mechanism, by optimizing the design of the stub axle and to design an effective braking system, by optimizing the design of the brake disc. The Catia v5 software is used to create the design, and the ANSYS 16.0. software is used to analyze the optimized designs. Based on the results from the analysis, the go-kart is modified to incorporate the new design in the relevant sub-systems.