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2017 Formula Kart Design Challenge@ Rules and Regulation

Table of Content
Contents
About Rulebook............................................................................................................................................ 2
CHAPTER 1
REGISTRATION REQUIREMENT AND ELIGIBILITY ............................................. 3
Registration Process.................................................................................................................................. 3
Team Registration and Requirement ........................................................................................................ 3
General Rules, Acceptance and Organizers Authorities ............................................................................ 4
CHAPTER 2
PRIZE MONEY AND AWARD DESTRIBUTION ................................. 8
CHAPTER 3
FRAME RULES AND BASIC DIMENSIONS ............................................ 9
CHAPTER 4
DRIVER SAFETY GEAR REQUIREMENT .......................................... 11
CHAPTER 5
OTHER TECHNICAL REGULATION ........................................... 15
CHAPTER 6
KART POWERHOUSE........................................... 20
CHAPTER 8
ELECTRIC KART REGULATION........................................... 22
CHAPTER 9
DIRT KART REGULATION........................................... 26
CHAPTER 10
EVENT CONDUCTION RULES ....................................... 28
CHAPTER 11
FLAGS .............................................. 42
CHAPTER 12
GENERAL RULES AND REGULATION ....................................... 43
About FKDC
Formula Kart Design Challenge (FKDC) is the most promising design challenge looking forward to step foot
in India. The only design challenge in the country to be headed by 25 Technical Committee members all
of them having healthy knowledge in designing and fabrication of vehicles from reputed industries like
Tata Motors, Honda, Ford and Hero Motocorp. The educational experts come from various reputed
institutions from all over the globe to impart skill in this sector. We also bring you the most skilled
organizing team in the country.
We will be entertaining both electric Karts running on motors and IC Karts running on power generated
by combustion engine.
F.A.M.E comprises of a bunch of professionals having exposure at international levels. Brace yourselves
to get acquainted with the best organizing, managing and technical team in the country. We have always
been coming up with innovative ideas for conducting design challenges in the country. This is yet another
initiative that makes way for the participating teams to enhance their skill in this field. The participating
teams will have to clear the Presentation (Virtual) Round in order to advance to the Final Round (FR). The
teams will be divided into three categories based upon their performance
Read and Follow the Rulebook Judiciously!!

About Rulebook
1. The Rulebook of Formula Kart Design Challenge, comprising of official rules of FKDC,
hereinafter referred to as FKDC Rulebook or Rulebook.
2. It is the responsibility of every participating team to get awareness and understanding of
rules incorporated herein this rulebook. In order to aid better understanding of frequently
misunderstood rules descriptions are given below the particular rules. Either team
captain or team manager shall get in touch with either technical committee or organizer
for clarification on rules (if any).
3. Text set in italic indicates a note or explanation of the rule above to aid its understanding.
4. In this document functions and roles are defined as follows:
4.1. Organizer: The specific FMAE team and Board members of Formula Kart Design
Challenge who organize event and all personnel acting on its behalf.
4.2. Team: Group of individuals with a team name and one Kart that has been registered
for participation at Formula Kart Design Challenge.
4.3. Participant: Member of a representing Team
4.4. Team Captain: A participant that has been appointed on the event registration
document as primary point of contact for his/her team towards the organizers.
4.5. Team Manager: A participant that has been appointed on the event registration
document as the secondary point of contact for his/her team towards the organizers.
4.6. Faculty Advisor: A professional staff member of the education institute which the
Team represents.
4.7. Race Director: Person appointed by the organizers, who is responsible to manage and
sanction all on track activities.
4.8. Track Marshall: A person appointed by the Race Director to act on his/her behalf, in
particular to ensure on track safety and observe on track rule compliance
4.9. Technical Director: A person appointed by organizing committee, who is responsible
to ensure the technical standards and integrity of the Formula Kart Design Challenge.

CHAPTER 1
REGISTRATION REQUIREMENT AND ELIGIBILITY
Registration Process
1.1. Registration for this design challenge would be done by following an online registration
mode. The registration portal will be open 24 hours during the registration phase.
Those having problems in registering online shall get in touch with the organizing
team through mail or telecom.
1.2. Representatives of the team must fill a form that is uploaded on the website for
getting themselves registered. Once the registration form is submitted, team shall
make payment towards registration within 15 days of the date of registration. The
teams, which fail to make the payment within this stipulated time frame, will be
ruled out from the design challenge.
1.3.
Mode of Payment
1.3.1. The registered teams can make their payment through the
following modes:
1.3.1.1. Online Portal
1.3.1.2. The online portal will be made available on
www.fmae.in.
Note: The account details will be sent to the registered mail id. No other payment mode apart
from the ones mentioned above would be entertained.
Team Registration and Requirement
1.4.
A team must have an official Team Name and Team Logo.
1.5.
Maximum members: Team shall consist of maximum 25 members.
1.6.
Extra Members: Each team is liable to add 10 extra members.
1.7.
Registration amount for a team of 25 members is 18,100 INR + 15 %
service tax.
1.8.
Registration amount for each extra member will be 1,718 INR inclusive of
service tax.
1.9.
Participating members of a team must belong to one college/institution.
The participating team members must be pursuing an engineering degree or
engineering diploma. 2016 pass out students are eligible to take part in this design
challenge.
1.10.
A team must designate one team captain, one team manager, two drivers
and minimum one and maximum two faculty advisors.
1.11.
The following information is required to be provided without fail during
registration.
Team Captains Name and Contact information (Valid Email ID and Phone
Number)

Team Managers Name and Contact information (Valid Email ID and Phone
Number)
Faculty Advisors Name and Contact information (Valid Email ID and Phone
Number)
2. Driver: Each team will be allowed to possess only 2 drivers. Not more than 2 drivers will be
entertained.
3. Driver Age: Each team will possess a maximum of 2 drivers. Both the drivers representing a
team must be aged 18 years or more.
4. Driving License: Both the drivers must possess a valid 4 wheeler Drivers License issued by
State Transport Authorities in India (International teams drivers must possess valid License of
their respective countries). Learners Driving License will not be entertained. If any driver
participating in the event comes to the venue with a Learners Driving License, the driver will
be ruled out. Drivers have to carry their original Driving License copy during the final event.
5. Drivers Medical Insurance: Both the drivers must possess a medical insurance, valid for 30
days post the final event, which also covers accidental claims.
6. Faculty Advisor: One participating team may assign 2 faculty advisors. The assigned faculty
advisor may give their respective team inputs on project management. Faculty advisors are
not allowed to involve directly in the manufacturing or fabrication process. It is not
mandatory for the faculty advisor to accompany their respective teams to the final round
venue.
General Rules, Acceptance and Organizers Authorities
1. Every participant should follow the rules and regulations provided in FKDC
Rulebook. In case of failure, Team/Participant is liable to be penalized accordingly.
Fraternity of Mechanical and Automotive Engineers/ Formula Kart Design
Challenge official reserves the right to debar the team at any stage and withdraw
the award(s), if any secured by the team/individual.
2. Validity of the Rules: The rules and regulations provided in the FKDC Rulebook will
be valid and remain same throughout the Design Challenge. Any amendments
made in the FKDC Rulebook to resolve any loopholes perceived or any alterations
in the FKDC calendar will be conveyed to the team account, through emails and
news on website and an updated FKDC Rulebook will be uploaded on the website.
It is the responsibility of the team captain/ team manager to keep updated with
the amendments made.
3. Rule Compliance: By registering for Formula Kart Design Challenge the Team,
members of the team as individuals, faculty advisor and other personnel of the
college/university (involved in the project) shall agree to comply with, and abide
by rules and all rule interpretations or procedures issued or announced by FMAE.
All the team members, faculty advisors and other university representatives are

required to cooperate with and follow all the instructions provided/informed by

the organizers, Judges and representative officials of FMAE/FKDC.
4. Right to Impound: Fraternity of Mechanical and Automotive Engineers (FMAE) or
Formula Kart Design Challenge officials reserves the right to impound any onsite
registered Kart at any time during competition for the inspection and examination.
5. Discrepancies towards FKDC
5.1. Team manager/Team captain (any one of them) is authorized member to
convey any kind of discrepancies or arguments towards judgment or make
a request during the final round by filling the complaint/request form,
which will be available at the registration desk.
5.2. Any discrepancies noted, shall be reported within 20 minutes after the
completion of the particular incident/event. The complaint lodged by the
particular team manager must be valid and related to the respective team.
In case of lodging any invalid complaint, the team will be penalized.
5.3. It is the responsibility of the Team captain/ Team manager to notify the
organizers regarding any issue upon allotted score and it is to be notified
within 24 hours from the date of publication of score sheet.
6. The Decision given by the convener/nominated authority will be final and no
further arguments/ discussions will be entertained.
7. Intoxication and Illegal Material: Consumption of Alcohol and Illegal drugs or any
mind freaking substance, possessing weapons/illegal material are strictly
prohibited on the event site during the competition. This rule will be in effect
during the entire competition. Any violation by any team member, faculty advisor
and other representative will lead to the expulsion of the entire team from the
competition. Any kind of intoxication by any individual will be informed to the
concerned government authorities.
8. Track Access Conditions: No driver is authorized to drive the Kart on the track until
the Kart clears the technical inspection and brake test. Team members are
permitted to watch/observe the dynamic round from a specified location.
9. Resources Usage Terms: All the resources provided by FMAE or any associated
organizations at the event site are just for the onsite usage. All the resources are
to be returned to FMAE in the same condition as issued by FMAE. If any resource
is damaged, then the team will be liable to pay the fine imposed by the organizer
accordingly.
10. Withdrawal Notification: Any team that withdraws their participation from the
Design Challenge shall send an official letter to the convener of Formula Kart
Design Challenge 2017. The letter shall be approved by faculty advisor and sealed
by the college management.
11. Reports and Deadlines: Teams are required to submit the reports as per the
respective terms. Any team failing to meet the deadlines will be penalized
accordingly.

12. Replacement or changes in team members

12.1. Any registered team can replace the Team Captain, Team Manager, Drivers
and Faculty Advisor only once during the entire event tenure on/before the
scheduled date communicated through the event calendar. To process the
changes in team, the existing Designated member has to write a letter to the
convener of FKDC by mentioning details of the respective replacing member.
12.2. Every registered team can change/replace their team once before the final
event as per the schedule communicated in the event calendar.
13. It is indeed perceptual that photography, videography and audio recordings will
be done during the event. By entering the Formula Kart Design Challenge, the
participant permanently foregoes all the rights in respect of these photos, audio
and video recordings, which are made by third parties, the organizers and its
affiliates. FKDC and FMAE may use photos, audio and video material for internal
and external communications and own presentation (including but not limited to
promotions, advertising, internet presence, TV and radio reports and press
reports).
14. The organizers reserve the right to modify, postpone or cancel the competition or
any particular event of the competition for any reason including reasons of
unavoidable catastrophe due to, including but not limited to. Adverse or extreme
weather conditions, the occurrence of a natural disaster, acts of terrorism or
safety concerns. No claim for compensation will be accepted.
15. Communication
15.1 All the official announcements and information will be conveyed through our
official website www.fmae.in, Team account and e-mails. It is the
responsibility of the Team captain/ Team manager to keep themselves and
the team updated with the information that is portrayed through e-mails and
announcements.
15.2 For any queries regarding the Design Challenge, e-mail has to be sent to
fkdc@fmae.in .All the queries will be replied within 24 hours. No Technical
queries will be answered through telephonic conversations. It is to be made
sure that all the important decisions or permissions that a team takes from
the organizing/technical committee must be communicated via. e-mails to
ease future reference. The format of any mail sent to the Formula Kart Design
Challenge Authorities must be as follows;

Subject: Team ID Subject of the mail. (Ex. 20160001_Regarding the PDR)

*** Body of the mail ***
Regards
Name
Designation (Ex. Team Captain, Team Manager, Member. etc.)
Team ID
Team Name
Contact No.

CHAPTER 2
Overall Winner (IC)
Best Design (IC)
Skid Pad (IC)
Autocross (IC)
Endurance (IC)
Innovation (IC)
PRIZE MONEY AND AWARD DESTRIBUTION

Champion Runner Up
Winner
Runner Up
WinnerRunner UpWinnerRunner UpWinner
Runner UpWinner-
1,00,000
50,000
15,000
10,000
15,000
10,000
15,000
10,000
20,000
15,000
10,000
Trophy, Check and appreciation Letter

Trophy, Check with appreciation Letter
Trophy, Check and appreciation letter
CAE Award (IC)
Winner-
10,000
Aesthetic (IC)
Winner-
10,000
B. Plan (IC)
Winner-
10,000
1,00,000
50,000
15,000
10,000
15,000
10,000
15,000
10,000
20,000
15,000
10,000
Overall Winner (Dirt)

Best Design (Dirt)
Skid Pad (Dirt)
Autocross (Dirt)
Endurance (Dirt)
Innovation (Dirt)
Champion Runner Up
Winner
Runner Up
Runner UpWinner-

CAE Award (Dirt)
Winner-
10,000
Aesthetic (IC)
Winner-
10,000
B. Plan (Dirt)
Winner-
10,000
Overall Winner (e.V)
Champion Runner Up
Winner
75,000
35,000
15,000
15,000
10,000
15,000
10,000
20,000
15,000
10,000
Innovation (e.V)

Runner UpWinner-
CAE Award (e.V)
Winner-
10,000
Best Electrical Drive (Motor and

Transmission)(e.V)
B. Plan (e.V)
WinnerRunner UpWinner-
15000
5000
10,000
Best Design (e.V)

Skid Pad (e.V)
Autocross (e.V)
Endurance (e.V)
NOTE:
1.
2.
3.

The Total Prize Money summing all categories is 9.5 Lakh including the conditional Prize money of 1 Lakh Rupees. If
the number of participation exceeds the expected number of registration the organizers will include few more dynamic
test for better refinement of teams, and the conditional prize money will be implemented.
There will be separate award and prize distribution for Presentation (Virtual) Round. Only the Top three teams will be
awarded for each category.
The minimum participation required in Dirt and e.V must be 30 each. If the number of participating team differs with
respect to the count mentioned above, the organizers would also alter the prize money for the two particular
categories. However, considering the number of IC Karting teams in India, the organizers will not alter the prize money
for IC Categories team.

CHAPTER 3
FRAME RULES AND BASIC DIMENSIONS
STANDARD DEFINITION - The kart should facilitate single seating without any roof and open
cockpit. It should have 4 nonaligned wheels that are in contact with the ground; the front two
wheels must control the direction. The other two rear tires must be connected by a one-piece
axle, which transmits the power.
1. DIMENSIONS a. Technical Specification:
b. Wheelbase-The Wheelbase of the Kart must be between 42-55 inches.
c. Track Width-The smaller track width (front or rear) must be no less than 75% of the
wheelbase of the Kart.
d. Overall Length- The overall length of the Kart must not be more than 70 inches without a
front and/or rear body panels.
e. Overall Width- 60 inches including the front or Rear Tires.
f. Height The maximum height of the Kart must be less than 40 inches, excluding the height
of the driver while sitting in proper driving position.
g. Ground Clearance- With the driver aboard there must be a minimum of 25.4 mm (1 inch)
of static ground clearance measured from the lowest point (except tires) of the Kart, under
the complete Kart. No compensation (like chain sprocket, brake disc) in ground clearance
would be entertained. Ground clearance would be measured in similar lines to that of IS
9435.
2. Frame Technical Specification
a. Frame is the part of the chassis, which supports the rest part of the Kart. It must be
sufficient resistant to be able to absorb the forces produced during dynamic motion of
the kart.
b. The pipe/tube used for the fabrication of chassis and its parts must be seamless. Seamed
tubes are strictly not allowed. Teams are free to choose the cross sectional geometry of
the structured member of the frame.
c. Material should be certified from any of the material testing laboratories for its chemical
and mechanical properties, the same report must be presented at the time of inspection.
d. Team must also weld a tubular/rectangular sample of length 1 inch to inspect the wall
thickness and other required terms anywhere on the frame.
e. Weld Confirmation test: Every team must submit two weld samples, which must be
presented during the Technical Inspection.
i. SAMPLE 1: The tube must be welded at 900 to each other. The length of the
tube must be at least 15 cm.
1. Destructive Testing: The sample must be subjected to destructive
testing causing the joint to fail, which indicates superior weld
strength with respect to the base material.
ii. SAMPLE 2: The tube must be welded at 300 to the base metal; the length of
the tube must be at least 15cm from the center of the Weld joint.

1. Destructive Testing: The sample should be sectioned along the

length of tube to reveal adequate and uniform weld penetration.
f. Follow the below given table for minimum cross sectional dimensions to be used
for different parts of chassis and its components. Any team diverting from the
below dimensions and cross-section need to submit the Pre- FEA Analysis report in
PR Round.
g. The structure of the Kart must be made of round, mild steel or alloy steel tubing.
Outside Diameter X Wall
Thickness
25.4 mm
Solid Shaft
Outside Diameter X Wall

Thickness
25.4 mm X 1.65 mm
Seamless
Outside Dimension X Wall

Thickness
25.4 mmX25.4 mm X 2.4 mm
Seamless
Rear Shaft
Main Frame and its

Structure.
Engine Compartment and

different accessories
mounting.
NOTE: Teams who are fulfilling the above dimensional and cross-sectional requirement need
not submit the Pre-FEA Analysis Report.

CHAPTER 4
DRIVER SAFETY GEAR REQUIREMENT
1. Driver Safety Gears - The following are the minimum requirements and restrictions that
will be enforced through technical inspection, at any stage of competition. Noncompliance
if any observed by the inspection/organizing/judging committee members must be
corrected/amended by the participating teams and no Karts without passing the technical
inspection would be allowed to participate further in the event. All the parts of Drivers
Safety Gear must meet the required rating (specified). No driver would be allowed to drive
the Kart without the complete drivers safety gear in any of the dynamic event. The
complete drivers gear of FKDC will consist of the following items.
a. Drivers Suit- A fire resistant one-piece suit, made from a minimum of 1 layer that covers
the body from the neck down to the ankles and the wrists. The suit must be certified to
either one of the following standards and be labeled as such:
i. SFI 3-2A/1 (or higher)
ii. FIA Standard 1986
Why do I need a racing suit?

A driving suit serves one simple purpose: fire protection. In a sport that combines high speeds with combustible liquids, a fire suit
is necessary to protect yourself in a daring pastime. Your skin is a lot more precious than a few layers of flame-retardant fabric,
after all. The other simple answer: because your sanctioning body requires it.
What should I look for in the ideal racing suit?
A high level of protection, the requisite certification, light weight, good fit, and features. Well get into each of those in a bit.
What is the difference between FRC and Nomex?
Fire-retardant cotton (FRC) suits areas the name suggestsmade with cotton that is treated with a fire-retardant chemical.
Common FRC brands used in racing suits are Proban, Banox, and Pyrovatex. One drawback of FRC is that the level of protection
it offers diminishes with laundering. Nomex is a synthetic Aramid fiber made by DuPont. It offers more protection than FRC, and
is less likely to degrade when washed, but it is usually more expensive.
b. Underclothing- It is strongly recommended that all drivers wear fire resistant

underclothing (long pants and long sleeve t-shirt) under their approved driving suit. This

fire resistant underclothing should be made of an acceptable fire resistant material and
should cover the drivers body completely from neck down to ankles and also the wrists.
Note: If you do not wear fire resistant underclothing, it is strongly recommended that you wear
cotton underclothing (t-shirt and long underpants) under your approved driving suit.
c. Helmet- A well-fitting closed face helmet that meets one of the following certifications and
is labeled as such:
i. Snell K2000, K2005, K2010, M2000, M2005, M2010, SA2000, SA2005,
SA2010 or equivalent
ii. SFI 31.2A, SFI 31.1/2005
iii. FIA 8860-2004, FIA 8860-2010
Manufacturers who participate in the SFI Program and certify their

helmets to the SFI specifications will display conformance labels on
the inside of their helmets. The SFI label is proof to consumers that
they are purchasing a quality-assured product that has been tested
in a continuing effort to improve motorsports safety.
NOTE: Open face helmets are not allowed. All helmets to be used in the competition must be
presented during Technical Inspection where approved helmets will be stickered. The organizer
reserves the right to impound all non-approved helmets until the end of the competition.
d. Balaclava- A balaclava which covers the drivers head, hair and neck, made of an
acceptable fire resistant material as or a full helmet skirt of acceptable fire resistant
material. The balaclava requirement applies to drivers of either gender, with any hair
length.

NOTE: A balaclava, also known as a balaclava helmet or ski mask, is a form of clothed headgear designed
to expose only part of the face. Depending on style and how it is worn, only the eyes, mouth and nose, or
just the front of the face are unprotected. Versions with a full-face opening may be rolled into a hat to
cover the crown of the head or folded down as a collar around the neck.
e. The neck support must be a full circle (360) and SFI rated. Horseshoe collars are not
allowed. Simpson, RCI, GForce, Deist or Leaf Racing Products supply neck collars that meet
this requirement.
The SFI label is proof to consumers that they are
purchasing a quality-assured product that has been
tested in a continuing effort to improve motorsports
safety.
NOTE - The above type of combined head and neck restraints are not required and allowed in
FKDC.
f. Gloves Leather gloves with extra foam are acceptable.
NOTE: The gloves must be multilayered with extra foam sandwiched between them.
Other Gloves- the below kind of gloves are strictly not allowed.

g. Shoes- Fire resistant shoes made from acceptable fire resistant material must be certified
to the standard and labeled as such:
i. SFI 3.3
ii. FIA 8856-2000
NOTE: Sport shoes/Canvas shoes/Leather shoes/Industrial safety shoes are not allowed at any
point of the event.
Workshop Shoes
(Workshop Shoes can be
Industrial Shoes
used while doing Repair

Work on the Kart)
Casual/Formal
Wear
Not Allowed Shoes
h. Shocks - Fire resistant socks made from acceptable fire resistant material, which covers
the bare skin between the drivers suit and the boots or shoes.
i. Racing safety gear - reference Picture

CHAPTER 5
OTHER TECHNICAL REGULATION
1. FRONT/REAR BUMPER The Bumpers must be designed to protect the foot of the driver and
the component installed in front as well.
a. It should be made using Seamless Pipe.
b. Protecting the front or rear tires with Bumpers is not mandatory. Teams can prefer to
extend the front fairing such that it restrict any direct collision with tires.
c.
The diameter of the tube/pipe must be equal to or greater than 25.4 mm and it must
be made of Seamless tube.
2. KILL SWITCH - The Kart must be equipped with at least two kill switches. The kill switch must kill
all the electrical connections including engine ignition. First Kill switch must be rigidly placed on
the right side of the driver nearby the driver seat (Must be clearly visible to the Technical
Inspector), Second kill switch must be mounted near the steering wheel. The kill switch must not
cut off the brake light, reverse light of the Kart.
a. Only Push-Pull Type kill switch is allowed. Please refer to the below figure.
b. It shall be in red color and should be easy to access for the driver as well as any
third person approaching the kart.
Kill Switches must be as specified below

(A) 01-171 Ski-Doo kill switch available at
http://www.mfgsupply.com/m/c/01-171.html?id=UxSI4Vzn
(B) Aftermarket WPS#27-0152 or 27-0124
http://www.parkeryamaha.com/index.asp?PageAction=PRODSEARCH&txtSearch=270152&Page=1
Rotary type kill switches are not allowed.

Neither rotate to cut off nor rotate to release
3. Paddles (Accelerator, Brake and Clutch)
a. Paddles Positioning
b. The paddles must be at least 6 inches inside the front frame member when pressed to the
extreme position.
c. It must not be mounted outside the frame in any condition. There should not be any
arrangement below the floor close out for mounting the paddles.
d. There must be adequate amount of clearance between the paddles and two front tires
(when steered to extreme in both directions).

e. Paddle designing and manufacturing

f. Teams must design the paddle keeping the basic ergonomics and engineering concepts in
mind. There must not be any sharp edges and the paddle must provide the adequate foot
support with no hindrance to the movement of Tie-rods.
g. Paddles must give full return and should be mounted safely.
h. The arrangement for the throttle wire should be in such a way that it gets pulled normally
when the throttle paddle is actuated, the wire should be free to get pulled and pushed and
it should not make any contact with the side walls, frame members or any structural body.
i. The brake paddle must be rigidly mounted and must have enough strength to resist the
brake input force.
4. Brake Over Travel Switch
a. All the Karts must have properly mounted brakes over travel switch. This switch should not
be operable in normal braking conditions; it must act in case of brake failure or the over
travel of brake paddle in case of brake failure. This switch must kill the engine but not the
brake light connection when pressed.
b. The brake over travel must be a push to work button.
c. The switch must be rigidly mounted.
d. It must be installed and positioned in such a way that it gets operational when pressed
accurately and should also ensure the safety of the driver when the brake failure occurs.
5. Toe Point: There must be two toe points; one must be in front and the other must be at
the rear. These toe points must be polished with the orange color for easy visibility.
NOTE: The installation of toe point must be done in such a manner that it can rotate at
least 1800 up and down without compromising the strength of the joint. Refer to the figure
for more understanding.

6. Maximum Turning Radius The maximum turning radius of the Kart must be less than 3.5
m. Every kart has to clear the figure of 8 test before proceeding for any of the dynamic
event. The Turning radius test will be the part of technical inspection which does not carry
any points or Awards, but clearing the test will be mandatory.
7. Suspension System Teams can use suspension system but it must be in proper working
condition with a total travel of at least 2 inches i.e., 1 inch for jounce and 1 inch for bounce.
The suspension system if used; must be installed in front as well as in the rear of the Kart.
NOTE: FKDC Technical Team does not recommend Suspension system, but it is totally
the teams decision and choice in order to yield optimum performance.
8. Steering System
a. The steering system must be able to control (simultaneously) at least two (2)
wheels. The steering system must have positive steering stops that prevent the
steering linkages from locking up either in RH or LH turning (the inversion of a fourbar linkage at one of the pivots). The stops may be placed on the uprights or on the
steering mechanism (rack etc.) and must prevent the tires from contacting
suspension, body, or frame members during the track events. Allowable total
steering system free play (inclusive of play in all the steering linkages) is limited to
7 degrees, measured at the steering wheel. The steering wheel must be
mechanically connected to the front wheels, i.e. steer-by-wire or electronic
steering is prohibited.
b. The steering column should be rigidly fixed to the supports and steering wheel
should be properly mounted.
NOTE: Technical Inspection OK Sticker will not be provided if the steering column
is not rigidly fixed.
c. Welding steering wheel on the column is strictly prohibited. Shape of steering
wheel must be approximately circular.
9. Braking System
a. The brake system installed must be capable of stopping the Kart in a straight line
without losing control during the brake test (minimum speed must not be less than
30 kmph during the brake test).
b. Electronic braking systems are strictly prohibited. In case of any wheel via disc
brake mechanism bleeding ports for disc caliper should be upside to that of piston
mechanism of caliper.
c. There should be no leakage from the tandem master cylinder(tmc) or reservoir.
10. Visibility Requirementa. All the parts of the Kart must be visible to technical inspector during TI (Technical
Inspection.

b. Technical Inspector is liable to ask the participating team to dissemble the parts,
which are not clear to naked eye.
c. Team member must obey all the necessary commands given by the technical
inspector for the satisfaction of the Kart and driver safety.
11. Driver Seat Every team have to use proper Go karting Seats. The seat mounting must be
rigid enough to withstand the dynamic conditions during the track events. The driver seat
should be well-cushioned and at least 3 inches away from the firewall. Alignment of the
driver seat/driver sitting direction must be parallel to Karts longitudinal axis.
12. Driver Seat Belt Driver seat belt is strictly prohibited. For the safety of the driver in an
open cockpit kart, the seat belt is removed.
13. Brake Light
a. The Kart must be installed with a brake light red in color, which is clearly visible
from the rear end. If an LED brake light is used, it must be clearly visible even in
very bright sunlight.
b. This light must be mounted at an adequate height and between the wheel
centerline. All the electrical connections done must be well insulated. The wiring
should be done by sound engineering practice.
14. Reverse Light, Alarm and Gear Not Permitted.
15. Wheels and Tires
a. Teams must use proper Go Karting Tires (Wet/Dry) with any suitable size according
to calculation and Performance parameters. Tire Changing is permitted in between
the event but it must be of same size and specification as shown in Technical
Inspection.
b. The TI Judge will mark tires during the Technical Inspection.
c. The climatic condition is unpredictable during the final round, so the teams are
advised to retain both Dry/Wet tires of same size.

16. Floor Close Out - Every Kart should be equipped with base plate, protecting the driver from
any foreign material accidentally entering from base of the Kart. Base plate should
completely cover the Kart from front end of the Kart to the rear part of the driver seat as
shown in the figure with blue color.
NOTE: All the Electrical harnesses and Brake linings should be properly clamped above the base
plate.
17. Electric Start All the kart must be equipped with Electric Start.
18. Wire Routing All the Electric wires must be routed properly with the support of a
structured member of the frame. No wire must be kept loose.
19. Fasteners
a. All threaded fasteners utilized in the drivers cell structure, and the steering,
braking, engine and transmission must meet or exceed, SAE Grade 5, Metric Grade
8.8 and/or AN/MS Specification.
b. The use of button head cap, pan head, flat head or round head screws or bolts in
critical locations is prohibited. These locations include the drivers cell structure.
20. Fire Extinguishera. Each team must have at least two (2) 0.9 kg dry chemical/dry powders.
b. All extinguishers must be equipped with a manufacturer installed pressure/charge
gauge.
c. Except for the initial inspection, one extinguisher must readily be available in the
teams paddock area, and the second must accompany the Kart wherever the Kart
is moved. Both extinguishers must be presented with the Kart during Technical
Inspection.
21. Firewall
a. Firewall is a boundary, which protects the driver from the heat produced by the
engine. So, the firewall must be made up of a suitable material which can solve the
purpose.
b. It should be made in such a manner that drivers body parts are not affected by the
engine heat/fire at any time during the dynamic/static condition.

c. There should be min 3 inches clearance between the firewall and the engine.
NOTE: Acrylic/Plastic/perforated sheets are not acceptable. Tested specimen with the
testing results/reports is required to be produced during the inspection of the Kart if any
material, which is not easily decipherable is used in the manufacturing the firewall.
22. Unstable Kart
a. Any Kart exhibiting handling or other Kart dynamics that are deemed unstable by
the technical inspectors will not be permitted to participate in the dynamic events.
The decision of the Head of the Technical Committee of FMAE in this regard will be
final and binding to all. This is in the interest of safety for all teams.
23. Kart Stand
a. Every team must have a Full Sized Stand for the Kart. The stand must be used during
the technical inspection and while working in team paddock.
b. The stand will be inspected during the Technical inspection.
c. The stand must be ergonomically suitable to work on. The stand must be at least
30 inches from the ground.
d. The stand must be equipped with small tires so that it can be easily moved.
e. It must rigidly support the kart.
CHAPTER 6
KART POWERHOUSE
1. Kart Power House (Engine and Transmission)
a. Teams are free to use any engine meeting the below specification:
i. Single Cylinder, 4-stroke, Gasoline (Petrol) Engine
ii. Maximum Capacity: 130 cc

iii. The Engine will be examined using the OEM Number plate and Engine
Number. Team is strictly restricted to tune the engine in any way.
b. Teams are free to use any kind of Transmission system.
c. Drive Train Shields and Guards
i. Exposed high-speed final drivetrain equipment such as Continuously
Variable Transmissions (CVTs), sprockets, gears, pulleys, torque converters,
clutches, belt drives, clutch drives and electric motors (e.V), must be fitted
with scatter shields in case of failure. The final drivetrain shield must cover
the chain or belt from the drive sprocket to the driven sprocket/chain
wheel/belt or pulley. The final drivetrain shield must start and end parallel
to the lowest point of the chain wheel/belt/pulley.
2. Exhaust Systema. The exhaust system should be so chosen such that it reduces the emission of
harmful gases from the exhaust.
b. The exhaust outlet must be made such that it redirects all the output gases in
downward direction.
c. Use of suitable catalytic converter and the mufflers are recommended. The exhaust
system must be properly shielded, preventing the delicate parts which may get
affected if exposed to heat.
d. The exhaust must be mounted properly to avoid physical contact by the viewers or
the technical inspectors. Shielding to exhaust pipe with cotton rope, jute rope is
strictly prohibited.
e. Team can use metallic porous sheet to cover the exhaust pipes. The diameter of
the holes on the porous sheet must not be more than 8mm.
f. The shielding of exhaust must be done such that it does not cause hindrance in
heat dissipation by the exhaust pipe. Excessive White or Black smoke from exhaust
is not desirable.
3. Fuel Tank

a. The fuel tank must be rigidly placed in the Kart. The capacity of the fuel tank can
be kept up to 8 liters.
b. Every fuel tank must have proper ventilation system so that fuel can be washed out
from the tank in fuel economy test.
4. Body Works
a. Every Kart must meet the following minimum requirements:
i. Front Fairing
ii. Side Panels
iii. Steering guard.
b. Teams are free to use any material for Bodyworks, But the minimum requirement
must be fulfilled.
CHAPTER 8
ELECTRIC KART REGULATION
A. FKDC e.V
Technical Regulation- E. KARTS

This Category Rules are for only Electric Go Karts.

1. ELECTRIC POWERTRAIN
a. The Traction system is defined as every part that is electrically connected to the
motor and traction system Accumulator container.
Definition/Accumulator container: It is just a Battery storage container, which can be easily
removed from the E. kart. Please Refer to the Below Figure.
b. The low voltage electrical system is defined as every electrical part that is not the
part of power system.
c. Motor
i. Any type of Electric motor is allowed. Number of motor can be multiple but
total power drawn should not exceed the given limit.
d. Power and Voltage Limits
Power
3 KW
Voltage
12 V-24V
e. The above technical specification will be checked during technical inspection.

Violating the above rule will lead to disqualification of team from Final Round.
f. Motor must be connected to Accumulator storage unit through controller, direct
connection is not allowed.
g. E. Karts must be installed with an Energy meter between Accumulator storage
container and motor controller to note down the readings. Energy meter should be
clearly visible to Technical Inspector.
h. No E. kart must supply power to the motor when driven in reverse direction
2. TRACTIVE SYSTEM
a. All type of batteries is allowed except Fuel Cells.

b. All the batteries which are being used by power system must be enclosed in an
Accumulator storage container.
c. The accumulator storage container must be removable from chassis.
d. Accumulator storage system must be easily accessible to Technical Inspector.
e. The terminals of the batteries must be shielded with proper insulation material
and it should not make any contact with the walls of Accumulator storage unit.
f. Batteries must be rigidly fixed to storage container.
g. Accumulator storage unit at least must have two isolation relay and a Fuse.
h. Every vehicle must be equipped with Accumulator container voltage indicator
which must be clearly visible to Electrical Inspector.
3. ACCUMULATOR CONTAINER ISOLATION RELAY
a. There should be at least two isolation relays per Accumulator storage system and
its terminal must be protected by suitable insulating material.
b. The fuse connecting the isolation relay should have current rating less than the
current rating of switch off circuit.
c. Isolation relay must be a normal open type relay as shown in figure below:
4. ELECTRIC SYSTEM GROUNDING

a. All the conductive material should be grounded.
b. All the conductive parts of the vehicle will be tested by technical inspector during
technical inspection.
5. POWER SYSTEM MEASURING POINT
a. The power system measuring point and low voltage measuring point must be
installed next to Master Kill Switches.
b. Shrouded banana jack must be used as Power System measuring point
6. POWER SYSTEM INSULATION WIRING AND CONDUIT

a. All the wiring of power system must be installed with proper insulating material.
The power system and the accumulator storage unit must be also protected from
water.
b. All the terminal present in Power system must be covered with proper material.
c. Power system wiring must be shielded against damage by any rotating part of the
vehicle.
d. The whole power system wiring must be covered with extra orange shield and
should be routed properly to ignore damage.
7. ENERGY METER
a. An energy meter must be inserted in the vehicle to measure the current supplied
by accumulator storage unit.
b. It must be placed in between Accumulator storage unit and motor.
c. The Energy meter can be temporary or permanently fixed to tractive System.
8. POWER SYTEM ACTIVE LIGHT
a. REQUIRED AT ONE PLACE, WHICH IS CLEARLY VISIBLE FROM EVERY DIRECTION.
9. REDAY TO DRIVE SOUND
a. The E. kart must make a ready to drive sound for at least 2 seconds after the
power system is switched on.
b. The ready to drive sound should be easily recognizable.
c. The E. kart must not make any other sounds similar to the ready to drive sound.
10. POWER SHUT DOWN CIRCUIT (Kill Switch)
a. Power shutdown circuit must be directly operational by carrying the current
driving the powerhouse of the vehicle.
b. There must be 2 power shut down buttons installed in the circuit.
c. One must be mounted near the driver seat and other must be installed near the
steering wheel of the E. kart, both the shutdown buttons must clearly visible
without any hindrance.
d. All the shutdown buttons must be push- pull type as shown in the figure.
11. BRAKE OVER TRAVEL SWITCH


a. Brake over travel switch must completely open the shut down and disable the
power system of the vehicle.
12. FUSE
a. Entire electrical system must be fused properly.
13. RAIN TEST
a. The entire vehicle has to undergo rain test during technical inspection in which
water will be sprayed on the vehicle for some limited time.
b. During Rain test the power system must be kept active.
CHAPTER 9
DIRT KART REGULATION
1. Dirt Track Technical Regulation

NOTE: Please refer the below figure for track layout.

1. Ground Clearance: There should be minimum of 2.5-inch ground clearance for Dirt Karts.
2. Suspension System: Suspension system is not mandatory.
NOTE: Rest all the regulation is similar as IC Go Karts. Only Ground Clearance is changed.

CHAPTER 10
EVENT CONDUCTION RULES
A. CONDUCTION
a. PRESENTATION ROUND PR Round consists of 250 points in which presentation of all the
research and development over the Kart is to be given in front of judges in 30 minutes (including
questionnaire round).
b. The Presentation (Virtual) Round will be the first stage round for all the teams, in which they have
to come to the specific location given by organizers to represent their design. This will be the
virtual round in which only the design of the kart must be presented. Judges will evaluate the
designs and provide necessary suggestions according to the rulebook.
c. There is no elimination in Presentation Round, every registered team will participate in Final
Round. There is a different award for Presentation Round and Final Round.
d. NOTE: All the annexure is available on www.fmae.in
e. Important definition
1. Design Report- The design report must contain all the necessary details related to the Kart, which
includes analysis, calculation and whole details about the designing parameters. This report must
not exceed 12 pages (including acknowledgement, abstract, introduction, references) and it is
recommended to provide at least three different views of Kart drawing with proper dimensions.
IEEE format must be followed in the design report.
2. Cost Report- The format of Annexure-1 must be followed for the cost report. The cost report
must include all the calculations and cost of the parts procured and also its machining cost as per
market rates. No need of accounting VAT and other taxes in the cost report. Cost without VAT is
expected in the reports.
NOTE: Annexures will be provided to every team after the registration is completely closed.
3. FMEA- Failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA) is a step-by-step approach for identifying all
possible failures in a design, a manufacturing or assembly process, or a product or service.
Failure modes means the ways, or modes, in which something might fail. Failures are any errors
or defects, especially ones that affect the customer, and can be potential or actual. Effects
analysis refers to studying the consequences of those failures. Annexure-2 must be followed as
the format of FMEA.
4. Design Validation Plan- The design validation plan is the assurance that a product, service, or
system meets the needs of the customer and other identified stakeholders. It often involves
acceptance and suitability with external customers. All the virtual and real time tests and analysis
are to be included in the design validation plan. Teams are advised to follow the Annexure-3 for
the format of DVP.
5. Gantt Chart- Gantt Charts illustrate the start and finish dates of the terminal elements and
summary elements of a project. Terminal elements and summary elements comprise the work
breakdown structure of the project. This chart is basically the management of the project and
distribution of different tasks in the team members with completion deadlines. Annexure-4 must
be followed as the format.

f. Document Required in PR Round.

1. Every team must come up with a Power point presentation depicting the design features of the
Kart.
2. The presentation must be made using Microsoft Power Point which during submission must be
converted into pdf format.
3. The maximum number of allowed slides is 16 including innovation and other reports.
4. First slide is reserved for cover page, which must include FKDC Logo, Team name and
collage/university name.
5. The overall presentation must include following points:
1. Technical specification of the Kart: A brief description about the karts technical features
like engine, steering, braking, frame etc.
a. A brief description about the karts technical features like engine, steering, braking,
frame etc.
2. Different standard view of the Kart.
a. Front view, Left Side view, Right Side view, top view, rear view and isometric view
is mandatory.
3. Frame designing and simulation.
4. Ergonomics
a. This slide must represent the comfortable sitting position, elbow angle, knee angle,
vision etc.
b. It must also represent the clearance between the driver and other accessories of
the Kart.
5. Engine and Transmission.
6. Steering Wheel and Assembly.
7. Braking System.
8. Design Failure Mode Effect Analysis.
9. Design Validation Plan.
10. Gantt Chart.
11. Cost Report.
12. Manufacturing and Design Facilities in College.
13. Innovation (if any)
g. Scoring in Presentation Round
Report
Kart Design Presentation
DVP (Design Validation Plan)
DFMEA (Design Failure Mode Effect Analysis)
GANTT CHART
COST REPORT
Total
Score
130
30
30
30
30
250

NOTE: The Top three designs will be selected and will be honored by Trophy and congratulatory
certificate to the team and letter of appreciation will be given to each team members.
The Presentation Round(Virtual) scores will not be counted in Final Round score, the evaluation
of PR and FR Round will be different and the winners for both the round will be different.
After Clearing the PR Round each team will procced to the Final Round of the Event. While being
indulged in Finalizing the design and Manufacturing of the Kart, each team has to submit few
important Reports:
h. FINAL ROUND REPORTS
a. Final Design Report
i. Design
ii. DVP
iii. DFMEA
iv. Gantt Chart
b. Cost Report
c. Business Plan
d. College Level Technical Inspection
e. Testing Report and Video Submission
NOTE: The above report doesnt contain any marks but they do contain penalties, if not
submitted on time.
Report Name
Final Design Report
Cost Report
Business Plan
College Level Technical Inspection
Testing Report and Video Submission
Penalties
15
10
15
20 (Failing to
Disqualification)
20 (Failing to
Disqualification)
submit
can
lead
to
submit
can
lead
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1. Guidelines for Report Making

a. Final Design Report
i. Format of Design Report: Design Report will be of maximum 20 pages (including cover pages,
pictures, charts etc.). This should be a single file of maximum file size 10 MB in Portable Document
Format (.pdf) only. In no case any other files like videos are acceptable along with the design
report.
ii. There are total 16 pages excluding cover page to describe whole design report and rest 3 pages
are given for images (i.e. images of CAD model, subsystems, drivetrain, FEA/simulation, sketches

iii.
iv.
v.
vi.
vii.
viii.
ix.
of Kart etc.). Teams should use Times New Roman font with font size 11 and line spacing 1.15 on
all A4 pages. Only white background (no image/ watermark etc.) is allowed in design report.
Cover page: Teams should give their proper details including their team name, team ID and
College name. Team/college logo can be displayed.
Report Details: Design report should be a complete document describing all details of the whole
project. This document should include following points in the following order only. (Maximum 16
pages)
Abstract: Teams are advised to provide the summary of their project mentioning all highlights
including introduction of their Kart, targets, methodology, various approaches adopted in the
whole project. (Not more than half a page)
Technical Specifications of Kart: This will include all the features and technical details of the Kart
and all subsystems.
Performance Targets
1. Design, Calculations and selection of following (clearly stating the selected option
out of various alternatives taken into consideration)
a. Frame configuration, design and material
b. Drivetrain (including motor and speed control arrangements)
c. Steering, Suspension (if any) and Brakes
d. Wheels and Tires.
e. Seats and Seating arrangement
f. Safety measures.
2. Ergonomics
3. Innovation
4. Design differences from last year Kart (if applicable)
5. Resources utilized: Brief description of resources utilized to carry out whole project
including CAD/CAE packages, fabrication facilities etc.
6. References and acknowledgements
Team Structure: It should include the name of team members and faculty advisor along with
their roles and responsibilities in the team.
Pictorial Presentation: Teams can provide the pictorial illustrations of their Kart up to a
maximum of 3 separate pages at the end of report. However, pictures (CAD Model) can also be
included within the report details (as specified in section 2 of this format) but this doesnt allow
exceeding more than specified number of pages for Report Details. These illustrations can
include following:
i. CAD model images of complete Kart- maximum 4
No. (Isometric + 3 other views).
ii. Image of any prototype- maximum 1 No.
iii. Frame (actual and CAD model).
iv.
Details of Drivetrain (actual and CAD model).
v.
Innovation.

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b.
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ii.
iii.
iv.
v.
vi.
vii.
viii.
ix.
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xi.
xii.
xiii.
xiv.
xv.
xvi.
xvii.
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Other subsystems.
vii. FEA and other software simulations.
viii. Validation and Testing of Kart.
ix. Logos of team sponsors.
Submission Instructions: Every team will be notified about the mode of submission and dates
by the organizers well in advance.
Testing Report and Video Submission
Submission Instruction
Driver must wear full safety gear as stated in Rulebook.
There must not be anybody near the Kart during testing.
Testing must not be done in any public area and it must not cause any injury to anyone. If team
found doing any kind of movement in any of the public areas, strict action will be taken against
them.
One team member must always hold a fire extinguisher in his hand. Testing without Fire
extinguisher and proper safety gear will not be accepted.
Video must cover all the tests with different camera angles as given below in instructions.
No need of professional video making, you can just manage to keep it clear and visible. We just
need to make sure that every Kart coming on to track gives a tough competition to other teams.
The video must display the name of the team, Team ID and College name.
The report format and video making must be done in full accordance with the instruction given
in Section B. No other format will be accepted.
Name of the video and report must be in below format: <FKDC-2015><TEAM NAME><TEAM ID>
Team must upload the testing video in their respective YouTube channel and must share the link
using the report format in Section C.
The Report must be submitted to fkdc@fmae.in
Team must also provide the recorded data of testing, using the sample report provided by the
organizing body.
Teams failing to submit the testing report will be directly disqualified from the event and will
not be entertained in the Final Round.
We again advise the teams to manufacture the Kart on time and do submit the testing report
and video on or before stipulated deadline.
For any query regarding the format, please write us @ fkdc@fmae.in
Testing Video Making Instruction
1. Dynamic Test
a. Brake and acceleration
i. Camera Positioning

1.
There must be one camera installed at starting point focusing from the top of the
kart. It must clearly show the Karts top view along with the driver. Refer the
Camera name C1 in figure 1.
2. One camera must be installed focusing towards the finishing line in between the
track to show the movement of the Kart in longitudinal direction. Refer Camera
name C2 in figure 1.
3. There must be two cameras installed from both the sides in the Braking zone. It
must be focusing the rear wheels. Refer to the Cameras C3 and C4.
ii. Track Setup
1. The track can be made on College Roads, Locality Road, Basket Ball Courts but it
must be a smooth pavement.
2. The total track length must be 30m as given in the Rulebook.
iii.Process
1. The Kart must be accelerated and must reach and maintain the speed more than
30 km/hr.
2. The driver must do panic braking as soon as the front tires reach the finishing
line.
3. The driven wheels must be locked and Kart must not flip to any of the side. The
acceleration time must also be noted down in Testing Report.
4. This is one of the qualifying round for dynamic event. So clearing Brake test is
mandatory.
b. Skid Pad

1.
2.
There must be one camera installed at the starting point of the Kart and
one must be at finishing point. Refer the figure 2.
Other two cameras must be installed in such a way that it covers the
whole skid pad track. Refer the camera name 3 and 4 in figure 2.
ii. Track Setup

1. The track must be a figure of 8 with minimum track width 3m.
2. Refer the Below Figure for Dimensions. All the dimensions in figure 1 are in
meters.
ii. Process
1. The Kart must complete two rounds on the track which is shaped in the form of
figure 8.
2. Timing will be started once the front tires of the kart crosses the starting line
and the timing will be stooped once the rear tires of the kart crosses the finish
line.
3. The Best timing for both the drivers must be noted down in Testing report given
in Section C with their names.
4. This is not the qualifying round.
5. Driver must try not to hit any of the cones and also must not let the kart go out
of track.
c. Autocross

1. One cam must be installed at the starting line focusing from the top of
the Kart. Refer to the camera C1 in figure 3.
2. One must be installed at the finishing line focusing laterally to the Kart
stopping point. Refer to the camera C2 in figure 3.
3. Two cameras must be installed in-between the track focusing in the
longitudinal direction opposite to each other. Refer to the camera C3 and
C4 in figure 3.
ii. Track Setup

1. There must be a zig -zag track of minimum length 70 m.
2. There must be common starting and finishing points.
3. Teams are advice to use traffic cones or waste tires to make the zig-zag
pattern of the track.
4. Refer figure 3 for Track Setup.
5. The distance between the two cones cannot be more than 3.5 meters
iii. Process
1. The Kart must be driven as fast as possible without touching the cones or
tires placed on the track.
2. The track will be a close straight zig-zag patch. The Kart must start from the
starting point and must end at the same point by taking the whole round of
the track. Since the Kart is driven 2 times on the 70 m patch, the total
distance covered by the Kart will be 140 m exactly.
3. Please refer the figure 3 for track Setup.

c. Business Plan
1. Business Plan and Cost Evaluation- This is a presentation round in which teams will need to
present their business strategies considering their team as a manufactured company of the
Kart. Teams are expected to prepare a complete business plan by understanding the sector
and industry they are working for in the event. Every team has to do a complete market
survey of the same segment and prepare the strategies to target the customers. Team has
to prepare a presentation, which has to be presented during the final round. Team has to
convince the judges with their business plan presentation. Every team has to prepare a
detailed report and the presentation. Team are expected to work upon the following points
and prepare both the report and the presentation accordingly;
1. Executive Summary: This includes the organisational structure of your company. You need
clearly define the roles for each member of the executive board. This member will then be
responsible for the same in the report to follow.
2. Introduction to the company: Introduce your company and its vision. Teams must have
separate statements depicting both vision and mission individually.
3. Business/Company Profile: Explain your company profile in brief. This should act as the
brochure of your company which will cover the product line, the services provided, the USP etc.
4. Industry and Market Analysis: Thorough and complete survey of industrial performance for
the past couple of years. Teams must show market analysis for positioning the manufactured
product in the competition. Competitor analysis should be included with the detailed report on
the same.
5. Marketing Strategies: The basic plan of the company should be to tap the available market.
Types of strategies the company proposes for marketing such as: 4P method, SWOT analysis,
Porters Five Forces method etc.
6. Operation Plan: The whole operation plan and the basic layout of the machinery used for
manufacturing the product. Teams must also manifest basic machining processes available inhouse and the outsourced processes. Teams must also show the logistics and warehousing
steps taken by the company. The after sales spare parts process flow.
7. Sales forecast and Strategies: The teams are required to forecast their sales for the next five
years and their strategies to achieve these sales. IF POSSIBLE the teams can also include the
spare parts sales too.
8. Environmental Impact: The teams are required to give a report on the environmental impact
caused due to their manufacturing activities and their measures to reduce the impact caused.
Also, the teams are required to include an innovative idea to reduce the pollution caused by
their Karts.

9. Cost Plans: Teams are required to give a detailed cost report of their activities for the next 5
years. The exact calculation of the break even period as well as break even quantity is a must.
The capital structure of the company should be well explained. Cost plans MUST include the
consideration of warranty costs as well. The costs of depreciation should also be considered.
Note:
1. Roles and responsibilities of the company have to be distributed between minimum
of 5 members. This means, the executive board must consist of minimum 5 members.
2. All the members of the executive board must be present during the Business plan
evaluation and deliver the presentation.
3. Every team has to prepare a detailed report and presentation. Team has to submit
the complete business plan report along with Final Design Report.
4. Report and presentation are not the same. Every team has to prepare both the
presentation and report.
NOTE: The cost report will be verified wherein the actual cost of the components and systems
used in the Kart at the time of Dynamic Event must be unveiled. The cost of the component
/systems mentioned in the cost report must not vary with that used in the Kart. Teams will need
to present all bills of material used in the Kart
B. STATIC BOUT
a. Design Evaluation - Design Presentation (30 min) Every team will undergo the design
evaluation in final round. Maximum 6 members are allowed to represent a team in this round.
They must carry the soft copy of supporting document. The Kart will be verified with the final
design report. Deviation from the final design report will not be acceded.
b. Business Plan and Cost Evaluation (15 min)- This is a presentation round in which teams will
need to present their business strategies considering their team as a manufactured company of
the Kart.
C. DYNAMIC BOUT
1. Technical Scrutiny
a. Technical Inspection: The overall Kart will be scrutinized according to the terms mentioned
in the Rulebook. The official committee will abide by all the alluded rules and regulations
and noncompliance by any team will not be tolerated. There will be few important stickers
provided to the teams, and they must be affixed to the Kart.
b. Safety Check: The overall safety of the kart will be examined according to the Rulebook.
Teams will be provided with safety Okay sticker once they clear it.
c. Helmet Okay: Helmet rating will also be verified according to Rulebook. Teams will be
provided with helmet okay sticker and it must be affixed on the helmet.
d. Kart Weighing: Weighing will also be done during technical inspection.

D. Brake Test: After clearing Technical inspection teams will advance for Brake Test. Brake test
does not carry any points/score but every Kart has to qualify this test to ensure its
existence further in the competition.
a. Process: Kart must be accelerated to 30 km/hr. on 50 m straight patch and all the
wheels must get locked when the brakes are applied.
b. Kart speed will be checked using a radar gun. It is mandatory to reach this speed.
c. After qualifying the brake test the Kart will be affixed with Brake Test Okay
sticker.
Note: Qualifying the Technical Scrutiny and Brake test is mandatory to participate further in other
dynamic activities.
E.
Acceleration Test: Acceleration determines the time it takes for the Kart to accelerate along
100ft straight path. The Kart with minimum time will win.
a. Each team will be given two attempts to show case their best timing. The best
timing out of two attempts will be taken in consideration for final scoring.
Timing will be noted down using electronic system or stop watches.
b. Penalties1.
Cones Down or Out- A two (2) second penalty will be added for
each cone down or out (including entry and exit gate cones) that transpire
on that particular run to give the corrected elapsed time.
2.
DNF- Karts that have not run by the end of a particular round
(determined by the organizer) will receive a Did Not Finish (DNF)
c. Formula for best time calculation: Acceleration score= 40x [(TlongestTyours)/
(TlongestTshortest)]
Where: Tshortest is the fastest time by any team.
Tlongest is either (a) the slowest time by any team or
(b) 2x the fastest time whichever is the short interval.
T yours is your teams best time.
F. Skid Pad - The objective of the skid-pad event is to measure the vehicles cornering ability
on a flat surface while making a constant-radius turn. The skidpad layout may be a figure
of 8 or S depending on the track condition but minimum track width will be 3m and
shortest turning radius 2.5m.
NOTE: Each team may make two (2) attempts but with different rivers. Scoring will be based
on the better of the two attempts. Timing may be done using either electronic systems or
stop watches.
a. Scoring FormulaSkid Pad score = 70x [(TlongestTyours)/ (TlongestTshortest)]

b. Penalties1. Cones Down or Out- A penalty of 1 second will be added to the time for
every cone that is knocked down or out (including gate cones).
2. DNF- Vehicles that spin-out can continue as long as they have not gone off
course will be classified as DNF.
3. Incorrect Laps- Vehicles that do not follow procedure, i.e. run an incorrect
number of laps or run the Laps in the wrong sequence will be classified as
DNF.
G. Autocross -The objective of the autocross event is to evaluate the vehicle's
maneuverability and handling qualities on a tight course without the hindrance of
competing vehicles. The autocross course will combine the performance features of
acceleration, braking, and cornering into one event.
a. Procedure- The vehicle will be staged such that the front wheels are 6 m (19.7
feet) behind the starting line. The timer starts only after the vehicle crosses the
start line. There will be no particular order of the vehicles to run each heat. The
organizer will determine the allowable windows for each heat and retains the right
to adjust for weather or technical delays. Vehicles that have not run by the end of
the heat will be disqualified for that heat.
NOTE: Each team may make two (2) attempts but with different drivers. Scoring will be based on
the better of the two attempts. Timing may be done using either electronic systems or stop
watches.
b. Autocross Course Specifications & Speeds
1. The following specifications will suggest the maximum speeds that will be
encountered on the course. Average speeds should be 40 km/hr (25 mph)
to 48 km/hr (30 mph).
2. Straights: No longer than 60m with hairpins at both ends (or) no longer
than 45m with wide turns on the ends.
3. Hairpin Turns: Minimum of 7m outside diameter (of the turn).
4. Slaloms: Cones in a straight line with 7.62 m to 12.19 m Spacing.
5. Miscellaneous: Chicanes, multiple turns, decreasing radius turns, etc. The
minimum track width will be 3.5 m (11.5 feet).
6. The length of each run will be approximately 0.805 km (1/2 mile) and the
driver will complete a specified number of runs.
Scoring Formulac. Autocross score = 80x [(TLongestTyours)/ (TlongestTshortest)]
d. PenaltiesRead and Follow the Rulebook Judiciously!!

1. Cones Down or Out- Two (2) seconds per cone, including any after the
finish line.
2. Driver must re-enter the track at or prior to the missed gate or a twenty
(20) second penalty will be assessed. Penalties will not be assessed for
accident avoidance or other reasons deemed sufficient by the track
officials.
3. Missed Slalom- Missing one or more gates of a given slalom will be counted
as one "off-course" per occurrence. Each occurrence will incur a twenty (20)
second penalty.
4. Note- The track layout is flexible
H. Endurance and Fuel Economy
a. The following are general guidelines for conducting the endurance and fuel
economy event. The organizers reserve the right to establish procedures specific
to the conduct of the event at the site. The endurance round will last for 3 hours.
b. Teams can change their drivers 4 times during endurance.
NOTE- Fuel economy marks will only be given to those teams who complete the overall
endurance.
Endurance Objective (150 points) - The Endurance Event is designed to evaluate the overall
performance of the Kart and to test the Karts reliability.
Fuel Economy test (50 points) - The fuel economy test is based on the average liters per kilometer
fuel economy obtained during the endurance heat.
NOTE- The Karts fuel economy will be measured in conjunction with the endurance event. The
fuel economy under racing conditions is important in most forms of racing and also shows how
well the Kart has been tuned for the competition. This is a compromising round because the fuel
economy score and endurance score will be calculated from the same heat. No refueling will be
allowed during an endurance heat.
Course speeds can be estimated by the following course specifications. Average speed should be
45 km/hr to 55 km/hr with top speeds of approximately 60 km/hr.
Procedure- The Karts will run continuously for 3 hours on the track. Maximum points will be
awarded to the Kart making maximum number of laps in the given time.
Endurance Fuel Fill- Before entering the event each Karts fuel tank must be filled to the fuel level
line at the fueling station. During fueling, once filled to the scribe line, no shaking or tilting of the
tank or fuel system (incl. entire Kart) is allowed.
Kart Starting/Restarting- The Kart must be capable of starting / restarting without external
assistance at all times once the Kart has begun the heat. If a Kart stalls out on the track, it will be

allowed approximately one (1) minute to restart. If a Kart has a restart problem at the end of
Driver Change, it will be allowed a further two (2) minutes to restart the engine. If restarts are
not accomplished within the above times, the Kart will be deemed disabled and scored DNF for
the heat.
Driver Changing Procedure- Elapsed time will begin when Driver A enters the course and crosses
the timing line. Driver A will drive for one (1) hour, and pull into driver change area where this
change will take place.
Kart Breakdown and Stalls- If a Kart breaks down it will be removed from the course and will not
be allowed to re-enter the course. If a Kart stalls, or ingests a cone, etc. it will be allowed to
restart and re-enter the course where it went off, but no work may be performed on the Kart. If
a Kart stalls and cannot be restarted without external assistance, the track workers will push the
Kart clear of the track. At the discretion of event officials, two (2) team members may retrieve
the Kart under direction of the track workers.
Endurance Minimum Speed Requirement- If a Kart is unable to maintain lap times within 133%
of the fastest lap time for the course, and then it must exit immediately. Disqualification for
failure to maintain the minimum speed will be made at the discretion of the Director of
Operations.
Endurance Lap Timing- Each lap of the endurance event will be individually timed either by
electronic means, or by hand. The time for an individual heat will be determined by subtracting
the extra-long lap for the driver change from the total time and adding any penalty points.
PenaltiesI. Off Course- for an OC, the driver must re-enter the track at or prior to the missed gate or
a twenty points penalty will be assessed.
J. Penalties for Moving Violations
K. Failure to obey a flag: 6 points
L. Over Driving (After a closed black flag): 6 points
M. Kart-to-Kart contact: DISQUALIFIED
N. Out of Order- Running out of order 12 points penalty
O. Mechanical Problem- No additional penalty other than the time lost to ensure that the
Kart is safe to continue
P. Reckless or Aggressive Driving- Any reckless or aggressive driving behavior (such as forcing
another Kart off the track, refusal to permit passing, or close driving that would cause the
likelihood of Kart contact) will result in a black flag for that driver. When a driver receives
a black flag signal, he must proceed to the penalty box to listen to a reprimand for his

driving behavior. The amount of time spent in the penalty box will vary from 6 to 18 points
depending upon the severity of the offense.
Q. Inexperienced Driver- The Event in charge may disqualify a driver if the driver is too slow,
too aggressive, or driving in a manner that, in the sole opinion of the event, officials,
demonstrates an inability to properly control their Kart resulting in a DNF.
R. Poor Fuel Economy- Mileage exceeding 1 liters/25 km
a. NOTE- The score for the Endurance Event is the sum of the Endurance Time Score
and the Endurance Finish Score. The Endurance Time Score is based on the team's
time for event, including penalties, compared to the fastest team. A Kart will also
receive an Endurance Finish Score of twenty-five (25) points if the team's time for
the event, including penalties, is less than or equal to the maximum allotted time.
CHAPTER 11
FLAGS
1. Flag Effect

a. Flag signals are commands that must be obeyed immediately and without question.
2. Flag Types
a. There are two kinds of flags for the competition: Command flags and Informational flags.
3. Command flags are just that, flags that send a message to the competitor that the competitor must
obey without question.
4. Informational flags, on the other hand, require no action from the driver, but should be used as
added information to help him or her to maximize performance.
5. Command Flags
a. The following is a brief description of the flags used at the competitions in North America
and what each flag means.
NOTE: Not all of these flags are used at all competitions and some alternate designs are occasionally
displayed. Any variations from this list will be explained at the drivers meetings.
6. BLACK FLAG - Pull into the penalty box for discussion with the Chief Marshall/Director of
Operations or other official concerning an incident. A time penalty may be assessed for such
incident.
7. BLACK FLAG WITH ORANGE DOT - Pull into the penalty box for a mechanical inspection of your car,
something has been observed that needs closer inspection.
8. BLUE FLAG - Pull into the designated passing zone to be passed by a faster competitor. Obey the
corner workers hand signals at the end of the passing zone to merge into competition.
9. CHECKER FLAG - Your session has been completed. Exit the course at the first opportunity.
10. GREEN FLAG - Your session has started, enter the course under direction of the starter. (NOTE: If
you stall the Kart, please restart and await another green flag as the opening in traffic may have
closed.)
11. RED FLAG - Come to an immediate safe controlled stop on the course. Pull to the side of the course
as much as possible to keep the course open. Follow corner worker directions.
12. YELLOW FLAG (Stationary) - Danger, SLOW DOWN, be prepared to take evasive action, something
has happened beyond the flag station. NO PASSING unless directed by the corner workers.
13. YELLOW FLAG (Waved) - Great Danger, SLOW DOWN, evasive action is most likely required, BE
PREPARED TO STOP, something has happened beyond the flag station, NO PASSING unless directed
by the corner workers.
14. INFORMATION FLAGS
15. RED AND YELLOW STRIPED FLAG - Something is on the racing surface that should not be there. Be
prepared for evasive maneuvers to avoid the situation. (Corner workers may be able to point out
what and where it is located, but do not expect it.)
16. WHITE FLAG - There is a slow moving Kart on the course that is much slower than you are. Be
prepared to approach it at a cautious rate.
CHAPTER 12
GENERAL RULES AND REGULATION


1. It is the responsibility of each team to be in the right place at the right time.
2. If a team is not present and ready to compete at the scheduled time they forfeit their
attempt at that event.
3. There are no make-ups for missed appearances.
4. All drivers for an event are required to attend the pre-event drivers meeting(s). The driver
for an event will be disqualified if he/she does not attend the driver meeting or course
walk for the event.
5. Personal cars and trailers must be parked in designated areas only. Only FKDC competition
Karts will be allowed in the track areas.
6. The use of motorcycles, quads, bicycles, scooters, skateboards, rollerblades or similar
person-carrying devices by team members and spectators in any part of the competition
area, including the paddocks, is prohibited.
7. Push starts are prohibited.
8. The use of auxiliary batteries is prohibited once a car has moved to the starting line of any
event.
9. Everyone in a dynamic area (an area where cars can be moving under their own power)
must wear closed-toed shoes.
10. Karts may not move under their own power anywhere but on the practice or competition
tracks, or as otherwise directed by the organizers.
11. Electric Karts must be de-activated when being moved around the paddock.
12. Off track Karts must be pushed at a normal walking pace by means of a Push Bar, and
with a driver in the cockpit and with another team member walking beside the car.
13. The team has the option to move the car either with (a) all four (4) wheels on the ground
or with (b) the rear wheels supported on dollies, by push bar mounted wheels, or other
means as long as the person in the cockpit has full control of Kart movement and can steer
and brake normally. The external wheels supporting the rear of the car must be nonpivoting so the Kart travels only where the front wheels are steered. The driver must
always be able to steer and brake the car normally. When the push bar is attached to the
car the engine must remain off.
14. During performance events when the excitement is high, it is particularly important that
the car be moved at a slow pace in the pits.
15. Push Bar - Each car must have a removable device that attaches to the rear of the car that
allows two (2) people, standing erect behind the Kart, to push the car around the event
site.
16. This device must also be capable of decelerating, i.e. slowing and stopping the forward
motion of the Kart and pulling it rearwards. It must be presented with the car at Technical
Inspection.
17. A fire extinguisher has to be mounted to the push bar in a way that it is quickly accessible.
18. Smoking is prohibited in all competition areas.
19. Officials must conduct all fueling and refueling.

20. Karts may only be driven under power (a) when running in an event, (b) on the practice
track and (c) during brake test or (d) during any powered Kart movement specified and
authorized by the organizers.
21. For all other movements cars must be pushed at a normal walking pace using a push bar.
22. Driving a Kart outside of scheduled events or scheduled practice will result in a one
hundred (100)-point penalty for the first violation and disqualification for a second
violation.
23. Driving off-site is absolutely prohibited. Teams found to have driven their Kart at an offsite location during the period of the competition will be excluded from the competition.
24. Drivers must maintain a high state of situational awareness at all times and be ready to
respond to the track conditions and incidents. Flag signals and hand signals from course
marshals and officials must be immediately obeyed.

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