The design of a go-kart chassis involves the vehicle’s performance, safety, and handling characteristics. The present work focuses on the conceptual design, modeling, and structural analysis of a go-kart chassis aimed at achieving an optimal balance between strength, weight, and driver comfort using FEA software ANSYS. A detailed chassis model was developed based on ergonomic considerations and racing standards. The design was evaluated through an FEM approach to assess stress distribution, deformation, and factor of safety under dynamic loading conditions. Special attention was given to material selection, weight optimization, and ease of manufacturing to ensure both performance efficiency and cost-effectiveness. The results demonstrate that the proposed chassis design meets the required safety standards while maintaining structural integrity and enhancing maneuverability. This present work not only provides a technical framework for go-kart chassis design but also emphasizes a human-centered approach prioritizing driver comfort, safety, and real-world usability. In addition to structural assessment, this study emphasizes the significance of combining engineering analysis with practical design limitations commonly faced in student motorsport projects and small-scale racing vehicle development. The modeling stage incorporated realistic loading scenarios, including cornering forces, braking effects, and the distribution of driver weight, to represent real operating conditions as closely as possible. Considering these factors in the analysis helps in understanding how the chassis performs under repeated dynamic loads and improves confidence in its structural reliability. Moreover, the design approach presented in this research can act as a useful guideline for future researchers and student teams working on go-kart chassis development. The study also demonstrates the advantages of simulation-based design methods, which help minimize dependence on multiple physical prototypes,
and therefore, reduce development time and overall cost. By applying systematic modeling and analysis techniques, the research supports the development of lightweight yet strong chassis structures. Ultimately, the work contributes toward enhancing the performance, durability, and practical applicability of go-kart chassis designs used in competitive and educational motorsport environments.The design of a go-kart chassis involves the vehicle’s performance, safety, and handling characteristics. The present work focuses on the conceptual design, modeling, and structural analysis of a go-kart chassis aimed at achieving an optimal balance between strength, weight, and driver comfort using FEA software ANSYS. A detailed chassis model was developed based on ergonomic considerations and racing standards. The design was evaluated through an FEM approach to assess stress distribution, deformation, and factor of safety under dynamic loading conditions. Special attention was given to material selection, weight optimization, and ease of manufacturing to ensure both performance efficiency and cost-effectiveness. The results demonstrate that the proposed chassis design meets the required safety standards while maintaining structural integrity and enhancing maneuverability. This present work not only provides a technical framework for go-kart chassis design but also emphasizes a human-centered approach prioritizing driver comfort, safety, and real-world usability. In addition to structural assessment, this study emphasizes the significance of combining engineering analysis with practical design limitations commonly faced in student motorsport projects and small-scale racing vehicle development. The modeling stage incorporated realistic loading scenarios, including cornering forces, braking effects, and the distribution of driver weight, to represent real operating conditions as closely as possible. Considering these factors in the analysis helps in understanding how the chassis performs under repeated dynamic loads and improves confidence in its structural reliability. Moreover, the design approach presented in this research can act as a useful guideline for future researchers and student teams working on go-kart chassis development. The study also demonstrates the advantages of simulation-based design methods, which help minimize dependence on multiple physical prototypes, and therefore, reduce development time and overall cost. By applying systematic modeling and analysis techniques, the research supports the development of lightweight yet strong chassis structures. Ultimately, the work contributes toward enhancing the performance, durability, and practical applicability of go-kart chassis designs used in competitive and educational motorsport environments.

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The design of a go-kart chassis involves the vehicle’s performance, safety, and handling characteristics. The present work focuses on the conceptual design, modeling, and structural analysis of a go-kart chassis aimed at achieving an optimal balance between strength, weight, and driver comfort using FEA software ANSYS. A detailed chassis model was developed based on ergonomic considerations and racing standards. The design was evaluated through an FEM approach to assess stress distribution, deformation, and factor of safety under dynamic loading conditions. Special attention was given to material selection, weight optimization, and ease of manufacturing to ensure both performance efficiency and cost-effectiveness. The results demonstrate that the proposed chassis design meets the required safety standards while maintaining structural integrity and enhancing maneuverability. This present work not only provides a technical framework for go-kart chassis design but also emphasizes a human-centered approach prioritizing driver comfort, safety, and real-world usability. In addition to structural assessment, this study emphasizes the significance of combining engineering analysis with practical design limitations commonly faced in student motorsport projects and small-scale racing vehicle development. The modeling stage incorporated realistic loading scenarios, including cornering forces, braking effects, and the distribution of driver weight, to represent real operating conditions as closely as possible. Considering these factors in the analysis helps in understanding how the chassis performs under repeated dynamic loads and improves confidence in its structural reliability. Moreover, the design approach presented in this research can act as a useful guideline for future researchers and student teams working on go-kart chassis development. The study also demonstrates the advantages of simulation-based design methods, which help minimize dependence on multiple physical prototypes,
and therefore, reduce development time and overall cost. By applying systematic modeling and analysis techniques, the research supports the development of lightweight yet strong chassis structures. Ultimately, the work contributes toward enhancing the performance, durability, and practical applicability of go-kart chassis designs used in competitive and educational motorsport environments.The design of a go-kart chassis involves the vehicle’s performance, safety, and handling characteristics. The present work focuses on the conceptual design, modeling, and structural analysis of a go-kart chassis aimed at achieving an optimal balance between strength, weight, and driver comfort using FEA software ANSYS. A detailed chassis model was developed based on ergonomic considerations and racing standards. The design was evaluated through an FEM approach to assess stress distribution, deformation, and factor of safety under dynamic loading conditions. Special attention was given to material selection, weight optimization, and ease of manufacturing to ensure both performance efficiency and cost-effectiveness. The results demonstrate that the proposed chassis design meets the required safety standards while maintaining structural integrity and enhancing maneuverability. This present work not only provides a technical framework for go-kart chassis design but also emphasizes a human-centered approach prioritizing driver comfort, safety, and real-world usability. In addition to structural assessment, this study emphasizes the significance of combining engineering analysis with practical design limitations commonly faced in student motorsport projects and small-scale racing vehicle development. The modeling stage incorporated realistic loading scenarios, including cornering forces, braking effects, and the distribution of driver weight, to represent real operating conditions as closely as possible. Considering these factors in the analysis helps in understanding how the chassis performs under repeated dynamic loads and improves confidence in its structural reliability. Moreover, the design approach presented in this research can act as a useful guideline for future researchers and student teams working on go-kart chassis development. The study also demonstrates the advantages of simulation-based design methods, which help minimize dependence on multiple physical prototypes, and therefore, reduce development time and overall cost. By applying systematic modeling and analysis techniques, the research supports the development of lightweight yet strong chassis structures. Ultimately, the work contributes toward enhancing the performance, durability, and practical applicability of go-kart chassis designs used in competitive and educational motorsport environments.

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