RULEBOOK

NATIONAL ELECTRIC KART CHAMPIONSHIP

SEASON 3.0
Performance Edition

SEASON 3.0

Performance Edition

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NATIONAL ELECTRIC KART CHAMPIONSHIP SEASON 3.0

List of Contents
S.No CONTENT PAGE NO.
1. About Organization 5
A. Credible Future India 5
B. Our Mission 5
C. About NEKC 6
D. Organizing Committee 6

2. List of Dynamic and Static Events 7

Official Announcements 7

3. Rules and Organizing Authority 8

A. Rules Authority 8
B. Rules Validity 8
C. Participating in Competition 8
D. Right to Impound 8
E. General Authority 9

4. Eligibility 9
A. Team Requirement 9
B. Eligibility Criterion 9
C. Faculty Advisor Requirement 10
D. Registration Requirement 10
E. Team Registration 10
F. Registration Agreement 10
G Registration Fee 11
H. Mode of Payment 11

5. Driver’s Requirements 12
A. Age 12
B. Driver’s License 12
C. Medical Insurance 12
D. Driver’s Safety Gear 12

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6. Vehicle Requirements 13
A. Chassis Design Requirements 13
B. Chassis Material 14
C. Wheelbase and Wheel Track 14
D. Ground Clearance 14
E. Bumper (Front and Rear) 14
F. Steering System 14
G. Suspension 15
H. Braking System 15
I. Pedals 15
J. Visibility Requirement 15
K. Driver Seat 15
L. Front Bodywork 16
M. Brake Light 16
N. Horn 16
O. Battery 16
P. Kill Switch 17
Q. Wheels and Tyres 17
R. Rear View Mirror 17
S. Lock Nuts 17
T. Bolts 18
U. Fire Extinguisher 18
V. Path for Wires and Pipes 18
W. Roll Over Protection 18
X. Protecting wall 18
Y. Seatbelt 18
Z. Floor tray and Belly Pan 19
AA. Unstable Vehicle 19
BB. Kart Stand 19
CC. Vehicle Cost 19

7. Vehicle Power Train 20

A. Motor Controller 20
B. Fuse or Circuit Breaker 20
C. Reverse Gear 21
D. Power Train Guards 21

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8. Vehicle Number and logo 21

A. Decals 21
B. Number Assignment 21
C. Team Logo (Optional) 22
D. Team Name 22
E. College Name 22

9. Virtual Round 23
A. General Guidelines 23
B. Presentation Guidelines 23
C. Presentation Sequence 24

10. Final Round 25

Static Tests 25
A. Vehicle Design Analysis 25
B. Weight Test 25
C. Vehicle cost Analysis 25
D. Business Plan 25
E. Manufacturing Level/Build Quality 26
F. Innovation 26
G. Technical Inspection 26
H. Dronacharya Award 26
Dynamic Tests 26
A. Brake and Acceleration Test 26
B. Skid Pad Test 27
C. Blind Target 28
D. Drag Race 29
E. Autocross Test 29
F. Endurance Race 30

11. Rules – Conducting the Event 32

A. Behavior 32
B. Vehicle Related 32
C. Penalties 33
Prize Categories 34
Contact Us 35
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1. About Organization
A. Credible Future India Private Limited
Credible Future India Pvt. Ltd is a Multi Dynamic Organization working towards the
Creating awareness regarding Green & Clean Energy. The Company has been a
trusted name in the market for providing a pathway to new ideas. It has been
providing a platform to muster all the raw thoughts generated in the minds of this
generation on regular basis.
The Core team has been working from the past years to promote Green energy. To
accomplish this dream, it is completely focused on conducting automotive
competitive events at national level. The Organization has successfully conducted
events like
Indian Solar Vehicle Championship 2018
National Electric Kart Championship 2018
Future Solar Design Challenge 2019 (Season 2.0)
National Electric Kart Championship 2019 (Season 2.0)

In this Session Company has expanded the horizons by adding two more green
energy events for the students. Events for Session 2019-2020 are
Future Solar Design Challenge 2020 (Season 3.0)
National Electric Kart Championship 2020 – Performance Edition (Season 3.0)
Campus Utility Vehicle Championship 2020
National Electric Buggy Championship 2020

Apart from the Events the Organization also organizes the Technical Trainings,
Workshops and Seminars to help students understanding the concept of Vehicle
Fabrication & Manufacturing.

B. Our Mission

Our mission is to promote Green Energy, we as an organization are trying our level
best to foster the ideas and skills of the students from engineering background. The
purpose of backing these ideas and skilled hard work is to bring the ideas to value
and figure out the optimum ways to utilize our sources to its best. Our organization
is looking forward to cater to the different sections of society at different levels.

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C. About NEKC
After the successful NEKC Season 1.0 and Season 2.0, we at Credible Future India are
very glad to announce the third season of the most anticipated e-karting
championship of the nation NEKC Season 3.0. We experienced great competition
between the different teams participating from across the Country. It was good to
see the students embracing the new concept of electric karts and making it a
successful one.

National Electric Kart Championship (NEKC) is a peculiar concept in the era of Go

karting. In recent years Go-karting has embossed its way in the field of racing
competition. As Go- karts has been running on engines from past years, but NEKC
has lured it by introducing the concept of using Electric motor as a driving source of
energy. It is proving out to be an eco-friendly concept, which is much needed for our
future generations. The objective of NEKC is to provide a gateway to the future
engineers to design, fabricate and conceive an Electric Go- kart. We aim at providing
a platform for students to showcase their skills, exhibit their talent, and implement
their thoughts in building a well fabricated Electric kart. NEKC will be looking to
provide a competitive environment throughout the event which will gear up the
students for their future to cope up with different situations in different industries.

It is the time to challenge your potential and experience the thrill by competing with
the best minds of the nation. Design, innovate, learn and gear up yourself to pull the
throttle and win accolades across the country in National Electric Kart Championship
Season 3.0 with its special “Performance Edition”. The parameters for Performance
will be advanced for this season, so teams not only learn the vehicle fabrication but
should also focus on the enhanced performance of their Vehicles.

D. Organizing Committee
The organizing team is a group of some dynamically enterprising people carrying
forward a bright vision to guide and aware the future engineers, so as to prepare
them for the upcoming tough times in their career. We provide a platform to young
enthusiasts, engineers and kart passionate to showcase their talent at a grandeur
stage. The organizing Committee fosters innovation and provides students with an
opportunity to be recognized at national level for Research and Development careers
in automotive engineering. Our experts from Credible Future India are always ready
to guide each and every team at various steps to overcome problems faced with best
possible solution
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2. List of Dynamic & Static Events

Static Events Marks
 Design Evaluation 100
 Business Plan 100
 Cost Analysis 100
 Innovation 100

Dynamic Events Marks

 Weight Test 100

 Acceleration/Braking 100
 Skid Pad 100
 Autocross 200
 Blind Target 200
 Drag Race Knock-Out Round
 Endurance 400

Total 1500

Note:-
There can be some surprise events as well depending upon the conditions and the
management.

Official Announcements
The entire announcement regarding the National Electric Kart championship will be published on-
official website and on Facebook & Instagram page as well.

http://www.crediblefutureindia.com
http://www.nekc.in
https://www.facebook.com/nationalelectrickartchampionship
https://www.instagram.com/nationalelectrickart

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3. Rules and Organizing Authority

A. Rules Authority
All the participating teams are required to follow rules and regulations of the event.
Organizing Committee has got the complete right to impound each and every rule
associated with the event. Violation of any of the mentioned rules by any of the
participating team members may be liable to be penalized severely; it may include
disqualification of the team from the competition at any stage or withdrawal of
award/awards, as well. Queries or questions concerning the meaning or intend of
these rules will be resolved by NEKC organizing committee during competition
onsite.

B. Rules Validity
The rules will remain same throughout the event. However, amendments (if any)
made according to the circumstances will be updated to all the participating teams.
No excuses of any of the teams shall be entertained for disobeying any of the rules.

C. Participating in the Competition

Teams, team members as individuals, faculty advisors and other representatives of a
registered college/university who are present on-site at the competition are
considered to be “participating in the competition” from the time they arrive at the
event site until they depart the site at the conclusion of the competition will have to
abide by all the rules and regulations of the event set by the organizing authorities.

D. Right to Impound
National Electric Kart Championship & Credible Future India Pvt. Ltd reserves the right to
impound any onsite registered vehicle at any time or at any stage during the
competition for inspection and the examination by organizers, officials and technical
inspectors.

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E. General Authority
NEKC (National Electric Kart Championship) organizing committee reserves the sole
rights to revise the schedule or venue of the competition and interpret or modify the
competition rules at any point of time and in any manner that is, in their sole
judgment, required for the efficient operation of the event.

Also If the organizers find it to re-conduct the certain round or event in case of any
disputes, confusion, failure in maintaining strictness or any other reason, then the
organizers have full authority to reorganize event/particular round at their sole
discretion without being questioned.

4. Eligibility

A. Team Requirements
Teams registering for National Electric Kart Championship are required to have a
Team Name and Team Captain. It is optional for the team to have a Faculty Advisor
& Team Logo but strongly recommended to have both. Any number of teams can
register from one College and in case of multiple registrations from a single College,
the Team Name, Team Logo and Team Captain must be different but the Faculty
Advisor can be same. There must be 10 members (min) to 30 members (max) in a
team under any circumstances.

B. Eligibility Criterion

Only undergraduate students from engineering degree/diploma can participate to

ensure that this event is a platform of competition for technical students from
different fields of engineering.

Every members of the team participating in this competition must satisfy the
following requirements:-

Team members must be enrolled as degree/diploma seeking undergraduate student

in a college or university. Team members who have graduated before the year 2019
or in 2019 are not eligible to participate.

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C. Faculty Advisor Requirement

Each team is expected to have a Faculty Advisor appointed by the

university/Institute. However the presence of Faculty Advisor at event venue is not
mandatory but it is strongly recommended that team comes along with Faculty
Advisor(s). Maximum of Two faculty members can accompany a single team. In case
extra faculty members joins the team, they will be treated as guest faculty at the
event venue and would not be eligible for Dronacharya Award. The faculty advisor is
expected to work as a team advisor and is not allowed to interfere during static and
dynamic events. Faculty advisors should not get involved directly or indirectly in
design, build or repair any part of the vehicle & ensures it is done by participating
students only.

D. Registration Requirement
The registration and fee submission will proceed in two stages-

 Registration for the Virtual Round (No Elimination)

 Vehicle registration and team registration after the declaration of Virtual Round
results

E. Team Registration
Online registration will be open on our website www.nekc.in from 30thApril 2019.
Once the team has been registered online, the payment of Phase 1 must be done
before the registration deadline (In case of payment failure within the due dates,
online registration will be cancelled).

WILDCARD ENTRY: Only the teams who have participated in any of the e-kart events
across the nation are eligible to register as a Wildcard entry, these teams will have
privilege of skipping the virtual round and can take part in dynamic round directly.
These teams will have to submit all the documents in order to qualify for the
eligibility. Only 5 Teams will be taken under this entry on first-come first-serve basis.

F. Registration Agreement
By registering in NEKC the Team Captain/Team Member/Faculty Advisor/College
Management must agree with the rules and regulations. They understand that all
the information provided in the registration documents and online registration forms
are correct to the best of their knowledge.

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G. Registration Fee

 Virtual round
Team registration fees of ₹ 10200 + 18% GST per team. The registration fee is
non-refundable or non-adjustable in any circumstances.

 Dynamic round:-
Team registration fees of ₹ 15300 + 18% GST per team
In order to promote ‘Female Participation in Automotive Events’ Credible Future
India is providing special discount of Rs.500/- for each female participant of the
team (Maximum upto 3000) only applicable on dynamic round fee.
In case of “All Girls” team participating in event the fee for the dynamic round
is ₹ 10000 + 18% GST
It is mandatory for all the female participant(s) to be present at event venue for
which discount has been availed, failing to which the teams have to pay the
difference with penalty.
Wild Card Entry:
Team registration fees of ₹ 23000 + 18% GST per team (total).

The registration fee is non-refundable or non-adjustable in any circumstances.

H. Mode of Payment
 On Event Website by Payment Gateway (Recommended)
 Direct Transfer to Bank by NEFT/IMPS
 UPI (BHIM, PhonePe, TEZ etc.)

Account Details for the payment to be made are as follows:

Account Number 201002544084

Account Holder Name Credible Future India Private Limited
Account Type Current
Bank Indusind Bank
IFSC Code INDB0000368
Branch Okhla, New Delhi

Teams need to send the screenshot/receipt of the payment done from their
the official team Mail ID to nekc.future@gmail.com and also Whatsapp the
receipt to +91-9667950033 along with Team Details.

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5. Driver’s Requirements
A. Age
Every Team is supposed to have two drivers (Driver & Co-driver) and both the drivers
of the team must be of 18 or above years of age.

B. Driver’s License
Each driver must be having a valid Driver’s License (Four Wheeler) issued by the
Government of India. The date of issue of license should be at least one year back
from event date. Both drivers must provide a copy of license when demanded by the
Technical team at the time of Technical Inspection.

C. Medical Insurance
Both the drivers must have valid medical insurance at the time of the event.

D. Driver’s Safety Gear

Following is the minimum list of requirements that a driver should be possessing at
the time of technical inspection and all dynamic events. All the accessories of Driver’s
Safety Gear must meet the standard rating (specified). No driver would be allowed
to drive the vehicle without the complete driver’s safety gear in any of the dynamic
events. All the safety gears must have a label attached carrying the name of
manufacturer with month & year of manufacturing.

 Driver’s Suit
A fire resistant suit (one piece), made from a minimum of 1-layer to multiple
layered that covers the body from the neck to the ankles and the wrists. The suit
must have a factory label showing that it is SFI rated, FIA rated.

 Underclothing
If the driver is wearing a single layer suit then the under clothing is mandatory,
i.e. (a t-shirt of cotton and long pants down to ankles).In case the driver is
wearing a three layer suit then the underclothing is optional.

 Helmet
A well-fitting closed face helmet with an integrated (one piece composite shell)
that meets one of the following certifications and is labeled as such

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- Snell K2000, K2005, K2010, M2000, M2005, M2010, SA2000,

SA2005, SA2010
- SFI 31.2A, SFI 31.1/2005
- FIA 8860-2004, FIA 8860-2010
- ISI/BIS rated (padded & full faced) are allowed
Open-faced/half faced helmets are not allowed. All helmets to be used by the
driver must be presented during the Technical Inspection.

 Neck Support
All drivers must wear a neck support/collar. The neck support must be a full circle
(360°) and SFI rated (SFI 3.3). Horseshoe collars are not allowed.

 Gloves
Drivers must wear full hand racing gloves. Fire restrained gloves with extra foam
are acceptable. Gloves must be SFI/FIA Rated.

 Shoes
Fire resistant shoes made from acceptable fire resistant material, shoes must be
certified to the standard and labeled as such.
SFI 3.3 or higher FIA 8856-2000

 Socks
Fire resistant socks made from acceptable fire resistant material or cotton socks
that cover the exposed skin between the driver’s suit and the boots/shoes.
All the safety gears are available on www.shop2race.com

6. Vehicle Requirements
A. Chassis Design Requirements

The vehicle must necessarily have four (4) wheels. The vehicle must have a wheelbase
within the range of 40 inches to 56 inches. The wheelbase is measured from the
center of contact on ground of the front to rear tires with the wheels pointed straight
ahead. The mountings and designing of chassis should be such that there should be
minimum 2 inches clearances (gap) between the driver and any component of the
vehicle in static and dynamic condition – hands, torso, thigh etc. The overall length
of vehicle must be less than 76 inches and overall width must be less than 60 inches.
The maximum height should be less than 45 inches from the ground. Holes in chassis
are not permitted.

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B. Chassis Material
The tube/rectangular pipe used in the fabrication of the chassis or the other
frames/supports should be seamless (seamed pipes are not allowed). Minimum cross
section must be 1 inch (25.4 mm), for pipe it will be OD and for rectangular section or
square section, it will be its minimum height. The pipe material used for chassis must
have minimum wall thickness of 1.5 mm. the material used in chassis should have a
minimum carbon percentage of 0.18%. Material certification is essentially required to
be produced during the technical inspection. Material should be certified from any of
the recognized material testing laboratories for its chemical and mechanical properties,
the same report should be presented at the time of inspection and throughout the
event. Chassis material is also available @ www.shop2race.com

C. Wheelbase and Wheel Track

The wheelbase of the vehicle must be within 40-56 inches and the smaller wheel track
(front or rear) must be no less than 70% of the wheelbase of the vehicle.

D. Ground Clearance

With the driver aboard there must be a minimum clearance of 1.5 inches from the
ground to the lowest point of the vehicle (except tires) of the vehicle. No
compensation (like chain sprocket, brake disc in ground clearance would be
entertained). However teams are advised to keep the maximum possible ground
clearance.

E. Bumper (Front and Rear)

Bumpers must be installed in the front and rear of the vehicle such that they cover
the tires and protect them from any collision which may occur on the track. They must
be made of steel tubes. Minimum OD 1 inch (25.4 mm) and minimum wall thickness
1.50 mm. Bumpers must have proper accessibility for use as towing point for towing
purpose.

F. Steering System
The steering system must be able to control at least two wheels (simultaneously). 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 four-bar linkage at one
of the pivots). The stops may be placed on the spindles or chassis or on the rack and
must prevent the tires from contacting body or frame members during the dynamic
events.
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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. The turning radius of kart should be less than
or equal to 2.5 meters.

G. Suspension
No Suspension allowed. (Any kind of suspension system is not allowed)

H. Braking System
The brakes are compulsory on at-least one of the axles either front or back and brake
system installed must be capable of stopping the vehicle in a straight line without
losing control during the brake test. The vehicle must have hydraulic braking system
and the pedal must directly actuate the master cylinder through a rigid link (i.e., cables
are not allowed). All brake lines must be securely mounted and not fall below any
portion of the vehicle. Electronic braking systems are strictly prohibited.

I. Pedals
In any case, pedals must never protrude forward of the chassis including bumpers.
Pedal footrest must be provided. Pedals should not tend to bend on the application
of force during dynamic events. Pedal size should be according to the driver’s foot
and should have minimum area of 25 sq. cm.

J. Visibility Requirement
The power train compartment must be completely visible to examiners at the time of
inspection.

K. Driver Seat

The seat mounting must be rigid enough to withstand the various forces that the
vehicle will undergo while the go-kart is being driven on the track. The driver seat
should be at least 1 inch away from the protecting wall’s each and every corner. The
Driver’s seat must be designed in such a way that it prevents lateral motion of the
driver when multidirectional forces act on him during cornering or braking. Under any
condition the seat must not protrude below the lowest plane of the chassis frame.
Only go-kart bucket seat is acceptable. Seats used from chairs or stools or seats are
strictly prohibited.

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An example of the allowed seat is given below

L. Front Bodywork
The bodywork of the front part must be designed such that the vehicle number and
the team logo may be displayed clearly. The driver egress (exit time) should be less
than 5 seconds in any circumstances.

M. Brake Light
The vehicle must be installed with a brake light red in color which is clearly visible
from the rear. If an LED brake light is used, it must be clearly visible in very bright
sunlight. This light must be mounted between the wheel centerline. All the electrical
connections done must be well insulated and should be tied properly.

N. Horn
The vehicle must have a horn installed and must be easily accessible.

O. Battery
The battery pack voltage used should not exceed 48V nominal, the maximum battery
pack capacity should be of 110Ah.
The vehicle electronics (e.g. Lightings, horns) can be optionally operated by separate
battery, but this battery should not exceed voltage 12V and 10Ah. Battery should be
cover/insulated properly. In case of Li-Ion and Li-PH battery pack must be equipped
with proper Battery Management System. BMS is mandatory and teams will be
disqualified on non-compliance of the rule. A permanent fire Insulation covering must
completely cover the vehicle’s propulsion and energy storage systems.

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P. Kill Switch
The function of the kill switch is to disconnect all the electrical circuits from the
battery except Brake light. The electrical system must include at least two kill
switches. It should be a push/pull type switch or Rotary type kill switches. As shown
below. The kill switch must not come out in any circumstances.

Kill switches locations-

 Cockpit Switch – The cockpit switch must be located in the cockpit within easy
reach of the driver. The switch must not be mounted on a removable steering
wheel assembly.

 External Switch – The external switch must be mounted anywhere on the

driver’s right side of the vehicle facing outside of the body panels, the switch
must be within easy reach of track volunteers, the switch must be mounted
rigidly, with no sharp edges nearby. Kill switch are also available at
www.shop2race.com

Q. Wheels and Tires

Teams must use standard go-karting tires. Acceptable tire size for front is 10x4.5-5
and for rear tyre 11x7.1-5. (All dimensions in inches)
www.shop2race.com

R. Rear View Mirrors

Every vehicle must be equipped with the rear view mirror in both the sides of the
driver. No vehicle would pass the T.I without the mirrors.

S. Lock Nuts
Locking nuts are mandatory to be used everywhere in the vehicle.

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T. Bolts
All bolts used in the system must meet metric grade M8.8. No fasteners used should
be less than 8.8 hardness. Thread lockers spring washers are prohibited. All fasteners
used should have minimum 2 threads showing past the nut.

U. Fire Extinguisher
Each team must have at least two (2) no’s of fire extinguisher each of 1(one) KG ABC
type. One fire extinguisher must be mounted on the kart within the reach of driver
and other with a team representative accompanying the kart throughout the event.
Fire extinguisher should be in proper working condition. It should be accompanied
with a sticker or a bill clearly mentioning its expiry date.

V. Path for Wires and Pipes

In any case no pipeline/wire connections should go under the chassis. Doing so can
lead to penalty and even disqualification from the event.

W. Roll Over Protection

Every kart must have a roll over protection which should be at the back of the driver
seat with the height at-least 3 inches above the driver’s head (wearing the helmet) on
the driving seat in driving position.

X. Protecting wall
Protecting wall is a boundary which protects the driver from the motor, battery and the
rotating parts (such as sprocket/chain/belt pulley etc.). The protecting wall must be
made up of a suitable fire resistant material which will solve the purpose of safety. The
design of the wall must be in such a manner that driver’s body parts are not affected
by the motor heat, battery fluids and the rotating parts at any time during the
dynamic/static condition. There should be min 1 inches clearance between the wall and
the motor. It can be made at the back of driver’s seat using the roll over protection.

Y. Seat Belt
Seat belt of minimum 2 point (lap belt) is mandatory.

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Z. Floor tray/Belly pan

The cockpit must be fitted with a belly pan over the entire length of the cockpit, so that
the driver cannot contact the ground and is protected from debris while seated
normally. Belly pan material can be metal, fiberglass, plastic, or any other similar
material. They must be designed to prevent debris and foreign object intrusion into the
driver compartment. Expanded metal, fabric, or perforated panels are not allowed.

AA.Unstable Vehicle
Any vehicle exhibiting handling issues or other vehicle 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 in this regard will be final
and binding to all. This is in the interest of safety of all teams.

BB. Kart Stand

It is Mandatory for the team to bring kart stand, the stand. The stand is expected to be
at least 35 inches tall. Take special care for the stability of the stand and probable
motion restrictors to ensure maximum usability. It must be painted with red color.
Teams are free to select or design their own kart stand.

CC. Vehicle cost

The vehicle must be manufactured in the budget Rs. 100000 (excluding battery, driver
gears and safety equipment’s cost). The cost of Batteries must be given separately in
the cost report.

Each team must carry their own rain covers for their karts at the dynamic event venue
as a precaution to safeguard all your electrical equipments in case of unexpected rain.

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7. Vehicle Power Train

Teams are free to select any motor meeting following requirements-
The System Peak Power should not exceed 3000 W.

The acceptable specification of the power train is mentioned below.

 Motor type: BLDC/PMDC/hub motor wheel.
 Peak System Wattage: Peak Wattage of system is limited to 3000 W in all.
 Number of motors: 01
 (02 in case of hub wheel but total power should not exceed 3KW)
 Motor wattage (Total): up to 3000 W rated.
 Maximum RPM should not exceed: 3600 RPM
 Maximum System (Battery, Motor) Voltage: 48V
 Transmission type: Geared/Non-geared/chain-sprocket etc.
 Power Source : Battery only
 Maximum rated current : 70A
 Maximum peak current: 110A
 Charger voltage : 220V 50Hz
 Controller Voltage: Maximum 60V
 Controller current capacity: As per motor, battery specifications.
Teams can design their vehicle at any maximum safe speed. This can be done by
selecting an appropriate final drive reduction.

A. Motor Controller
The speed controller for the motor should be in accordance with the motor
specification. A higher grade controller is always beneficial to avoid cut offs. For a
motor connected at 48V the controller will be rated higher than 48V to avoid controller
damage but the controller used should not be more than 60V.

B. Fuse or Circuit Breaker-

One or more Fuses or circuit breaker should be installed in the power line i.e. from
batteries to controller, to shut down the vehicle in the event of a fault in traction
circuit. Minimum of 1 fuse (of rating<= max System Current) is mandatory at primary
output of battery; If vehicle electronics(e.g. horns) operates at separate voltage, 1 Fuse
or circuit breaker is mandatory in that circuit.
Under no circumstances teams will be allowed on track without specified fuses
installed. All fuse locations must be chosen such that they are easily accessible for
verification/replacement. Fuse specification should be clearly readable. Cartridge
fuses are recommended.
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C. Reverse movement

A reverse movement is mandatory in the kart (changing the polarity is one of the
convenient option) which can be obtained through motor controller.

D. Power Train Guards

All rotating parts such as belts, chains and sprockets that rotate at the rate of the drive
axle(s) or faster, must be shielded to prevent injury to the driver or bystanders if the
component flies apart due to centrifugal force. These guards/shields must extend
around the periphery of the belt or chain and must be wider than the rotating part they
are protecting. They must be mounted with sound engineering practice, in order to
resist vibration. Rotating parts must also be guarded all around, in addition to the guard
around the periphery. Non rigid, fabric coverings such as “Frog skin”, Ceconite, and
neoprene are unacceptable for use as finger guards.
All the electrical equipments are available at www.shop2race.com

8. Vehicle Number and Logos

NEKC authorities will assign a number to each vehicle after the Virtual Round. Teams
may request for specific vehicle numbers of their choice, but no single digit number will
be allotted to any team. Numbers will be allotted to teams on “First come first served”
basis. Teams can select their desired number from event website after result of Virtual
Round.

A. Decals

NEKC authorities will provide two adhesive decals to each team at the time of the event.
Each vehicle should have sufficient space on front and rear side for these stickers.

B. Number Assignment
It is the responsibility of the team to provide its vehicle number markings. The
numbers must be clearly visible from all sides, front, and rear of the vehicle. The
numbers must remain readable throughout the competition. The height of numbers
must be at least 152.4 mm (6 in). And must have a minimum line width of 15 mm (0.6
in.) and 76.2 mm (3 in) wide.

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It is mandatory to stick kart number in BLACK font color and in light yellow background
only. Refer below images for kart number position.

Front side

Rear

C. Team Logo (Optional)

The team can design their own logo, and display the same on the vehicle.

D. Team Name
All the vehicles must display their team name on vehicle in such a manner that it is
readable throughout the competition

E. College Name
Teams are advised to display abbreviated or full college name on their vehicle.

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9. Virtual Round
A. General Guidelines

 Virtual round is a No Elimination round. In this round Old/New teams have to submit
their presentation report and there would be no online representation of the PPT.
Teams just have to submit the PPT in the given time interval. Teams will be judged
and examined on the basis of Data they have shown in the PPT.

 The presentation should include Design report, innovation report, understanding of

rule book, Cost study and analysis, DFMEA and DVA. Judges will also be checking
team’s representation skill for the PPT.

 The presentation format will be provided to all the teams.

 Presentation once submitted will be considered as the final, so teams are advised
not to resubmit the PPT again and again.

B. Presentation Guidelines
 The teams have to submit the presentation at nekc.future@gmail.com
 No presentation will be entertained after the declared deadline.
 The presentation of all the teams will be sent to related professionals for assessment.
 If found necessary there will be a Q/A session with the team over phone/video call.
 After assessment of all the presentations the result will be declared.
 The number of slides will be limited to 24 (max). Therefore, teams must adhere
themselves to the limitation.
 The teams who are participating for the second time/previously participated in season
1 needs to show the changes in every slide as per their improvement.
 All the slides must be numbered in the bold font of Times New Roman with size of 36
and placed at the bottom right hand corner of each slide.
 Team must use Times New Roman font only with minimum size of 14 to write anything
on the slides.
 In the presentation, team will be judged, based on their basic understanding of
automotive engineering and fundamental principles covering entire vehicle and all
important aggregates. Showing extensive design calculations/analysis is not necessary
at this stage. It is important to show clarity of understanding basic design

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approach/principles.

 The presentation must be in MS Power Point Format (.ppt or .pptx). The teams are
required to send the presentation in Adobe Acrobat Format (.pdf) too. Both these files
must be send to official email id before the deadline for the virtual round.

You are hereby requested to provide maximum data in your presentation regarding the
vehicle. The data provided in the presentation should be precise as only up to 20%
deviation of specifications will accepted in the dynamic round, when compared to the data
presented in the Virtual Round.

C. Presentation Sequence

S.no Particulars Criteria Description Marks

1. General Team Name and Team ID 0
Top 10 salient points to be in order of 10
2. Rulebook
Importance/priority as team thinks. (OLD Team)

Top 10 salient points to be in order of 20

Importance/priority as team thinks. (New Team)
Changes and improvement from previous season 10
3. Comparison
of NEKC (Only for OLD Teams) (OLD Teams)
4. Specifications Preliminary technical specifications & overall 100
Performance targets. 2D/ 3D views of the
proposed vehicle design
5. Design Report Design consideration for chassis, steering, 100
Design Analysis, electrical, transmission and
braking system etc.
DFMEA Report 50
Design Validation Plan 40
Project Plan 30
6. Cost Analysis Estimated cost of all the parts to be used and 80
financing for the project
7. College Facilities Manufacturing processes required for various 50
important vehicle aggregates, machine tools/
hand tools and other facilities required. Facilities
available in the college workshop.
8. Skills Representation of the slides with proper data. 50
9. Innovation Any Innovation to be used in the vehicle by the 80
Team.
Total 600

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Static Events
A. Vehicle Design Analysis
The vehicle will be verified with the final design report. Deviating up to 20% from the
final design report is acceptable but on further deviations teams will be penalized
accordingly.

B. Weight Test
The Scoring will be based on the minimum weight of the Vehicle without Driver.
Scoring
Weight Test Score = 100 x (WMax – WYours) / (WMax – WMin)

Where
WMax = Maximum Weight of any vehicle
WMin = Minimum Weight of any vehicle
WYours = Weight of your vehicle

C. Vehicle cost Analysis

The cost report will be verified with the actual cost of the components and systems used
in the vehicle at the time of Dynamic Event. The cost of the components/systems
mentioned in the cost report must not vary with that of used in the vehicle. The vehicle
presence is mandatory for cost evaluation at their pits and teams are advised to keep
the original bills for ready reference.

D. Business Plan
The business plan should consist of proper evaluation of company for a manufacturing
capacity of 1000 karts per year. A presentation will be given by the each team
representing all the details. Min. of 2 and Max. of 4 members are allowed for the
presentation. Teams are free to use any format and approach. Slides should not exceed
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E. Manufacturing Level/Build Quality

Good engineering practice will reflect a great manufacturing level. The vehicle will be
examined by the judges at the time of Dynamic Event, so the participating teams are
advised to manufacture the vehicle with pre-planned strategies so that the vehicle
would be able to compete in several tasks and tests.

F. Innovation
The innovation shown in the vehicle in Virtual Round will be discussed with the team
and its working will be examined by the technical inspectors in the respective paddock
of the teams. Team needs to present innovation report at the time of explaining the
innovation. The innovation should be working and not just the concept. Teams can show
the concept with the help of prototype as well.

G. Technical Inspection

The teams will be tested for all parameters being followed as mentioned in rule book
during the fabrication of vehicle. The team will be allowed only two chances for the
Technical Inspection failing to which the team will be not be allowed for the dynamic
events.

H. Dronacharya Award Assessment

This is the assessment is for selecting the best Faculty Advisor. The detailed process will
be declared at the dynamic event venue. This does not contain any marks.
Dynamic Events
A. Brake and Acceleration Test
It is mandatory for a vehicle to pass the brake test to participate in any of the dynamic
events. The vehicle has to accelerate on full throttle and must stop in a straight line
after the brake is applied on the vehicle. Each vehicle will be given 3 attempts to pass
the brake test.
At the finish line the karts are expected to apply full brakes and the brakes must lock.
After locking, rolling of tires (where the brakes are applied) will not be allowed in any
circumstances.

Skidding of the tires is however allowed provided that the vehicle does not deviate
more than 60 degree from the initial course of motion otherwise the attempt will be
nullified. Vehicle’s speed must not be less than 30 kmph while attempting this test.
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Brake Test does not have any points, but it is mandatory for a vehicle
to pass the test to participate in any dynamic event. This test is having marks for
acceleration and vehicle will be given ranking accordingly i.e. the vehicle which will
cover the track in minimum time will be the fastest.

Final decision will rest in the hand of Judges for clearing any vehicle for brake test.

 Scoring
Acceleration Score = 100 x (TMax – TYours) / (TMax – TMin)

Where
TMax = Maximum time taken by any vehicle
TMin = Minimum time taken by any vehicle
TYours = Time taken by your vehicle

B. Skid Pad Test

The objective of the skid-pad event is to measure the Kart cornering and drifting ability
on a flat surface while making a constant-radius turn and maneuverability across the
given track. Each team may make two (2) attempts may or may not with different
drivers. Scoring will be based on the better of the two attempts. Timing may be done
using either electronic systems or stopwatches.

 Layout

There will be two (2) pairs of concentric circles in a figure of eight pattern within the
track. The centers of these circles will be 7.5m apart. The inner circles will be 4 m in
diameter, and the outer circles will be 9 m in diameter. The driving path will bethe2.5
m path between the inner and outer circles and across the whole track the track width
will be near about 64-68 inches max. A lap is defined as travelling around the track from
start to stop line.

 Penalties:-

- Cones down or Out- A penalty of few seconds will be added to the time for every cone
that is knocked ―down or out (including gate cones).
- Out of the line – Penalty will be there if the vehicle tire comes out of the line at any
point in the track
- Skip the turn: If any kart misses the turn or wanted to skip the turn, then separate
penalty will be there for the same.
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 Scoring
Skid Pad Score = 100 x (TMax – TYours) / (TMax – TMin)

Where
TMax = Maximum time taken by any vehicle
TMin = Minimum time taken by any vehicle
TYours = Time taken by your vehicle

C. Blind Target
The objective of this event is to test the co-ordination of the driver with the team
members. In this event driver has to come across several obstacles in reverse direction
in a track size of 10-20m with his neck straight forward without turning back and 2
members of the same team can guide the driver across the track to overcome the
hurdles and achieve the required target. There will only be Single attempt for this event.

 Penalties:-

- Cones down or Out- A penalty of several seconds will be added to the time for every
cone that is knocked ―down or out (including gate cones).
- Out of the line – Penalty will be there if the vehicle tire comes out of the line at any
point in the track
- Skip the turn: If any kart misses the turn intentionally or unintentionally, then separate
penalty will be there for the same.
- Miss the target: If at last the kart is out of the target zone then penalty will be there for
the same.

 Scoring
Blind Target Score = 200 x (TMax – TYours) / (TMax – TMin)

Where
TMax = Maximum time taken by any vehicle
TMin = Minimum time taken by any vehicle
TYours = Time taken by your vehicle

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D. Drag Race
This is a knockout event. Two vehicles will be competing against each other on a straight
stretch of 100 meter. The vehicle taking minimum time wins.
Pairing of the teams will be done by chit system and the exact procedure will be revealed
at the event only. This event does not carry any marks and will have no effect on Vehicle
participation in endurance round.

E. Autocross
The objective of this event is to evaluate the vehicle's maneuverability and handling
qualities on a tight course without the hindrance of competing vehicles. The course will
combine the performance features of acceleration, braking, and cornering into one
event. Each team may take two (2) attempts, with or without different drivers. Scoring
will be based on the best of the two attempts. Timing may be done using either
electronic systems or stop watches.

 Penalties:-

- Cones down or Out- A penalty of several seconds will be added to the time for every
cone that is knocked ―down or out (including gate cones).
- Out of the line – Penalty will be there if the vehicle tire comes out of the line at any
point in the track
- Skip the turn: If any kart misses the turn intentionally or unintentionally, then separate
penalty will be there for the same.
- Miss the target: If at last the kart is out of the target zone then penalty will be there for
the same.

 Scoring
Autocross Score = 200 x (TMax – TYours) / (TMax – TMin)

Where
TMax = Maximum time taken by any vehicle
TMin = Minimum time taken by any vehicle
TYours = Time taken by your vehicle

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F. Endurance Test
The following are general guidelines for conducting the endurance event. The organizers
reserve the right to establish procedures specific to the conduct of the event at the site.

 Procedure

The final event will be run as a single heat approximately 60 minutes (min) to 90 minutes
(max). Teams are not allowed to work on their vehicles during the heat. Wheel-to-wheel
racing is prohibited. Passing another vehicle may only be done in an established passing
zone.

 Vehicle Breakdown and Stalls

If a vehicle breaks down it will be removed from the track by the volunteers, only 5
member from team can make the required repair there itself without disturbing the
event and will be allowed to re-enter the track. If a vehicle stalls, or ingests a cone, etc.,
it will be allowed to restart and re-enter the course where it went off. If a vehicle stalls
and cannot be restarted without external assistance, the track workers will push the
vehicle clear of the track. At the discretion of event officials, two team members may
retrieve the car under direction of the track.

 Penalties
 Failure to obey a flag: 30 points
 Over Driving: 30 points
 Vehicle to Vehicle contact: 50 points
 Team members on track: 10 points each
 Out of Order- Running out of track: 30 points
 Mechanical Problem: No additional penalty other than the time lost to ensure that the
car is safe to continue.
 Reckless or Aggressive Driving- 50 points to 100 points
Any reckless or aggressive driving behavior (such as forcing another car off the track,
refusal to allow passing, or close driving that would cause the likelihood of car 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.
 Inexperienced Driver- the Director of Operations 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 vehicle.
 Intolerant behavior: 30 points
Use of abusive language to members of any teams/volunteers/Organizing Committee
and this could lead to permanent disqualification as well.

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 Scoring
Endurance Score = [400 x (LYours – LLowest) / (LHighest – LLowest)] – Penalties*

Where
LHighest = Highest number of laps completed by any vehicle
LLowest = Lowest number of laps completed by any vehicle
LYours = Number of laps completed by your vehicle

It is important to note that No recharging or battery replacement will be allowed

during an endurance race. If any team is found doing so will be directly disqualified
from the event.

Note:
In order to make event interesting, the OC may conduct any surprise race or test during the event
and the teams will be informed at the venue itself. The judging in all events will rest in the hands of
the organizing Committee.

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11. General Rules for Conducting the Event

A. Behavior
 Sportsmanship Conduct

In the event of unsportsmanlike conduct, the team will receive a warning from
an official. A second violation will result in expulsion of the team from the
competition. Failure of a team member to follow an instruction or command
directed specifically to that team or team member will result in a twenty five (25)
point penalty.

 Arguments with Officials

Argument with, or disobedience to, any official may result in the team being
eliminated from the competition. All members of the team may be immediately
escorted from the grounds.

 Smoking and Illegal Material

Alcohol, illegal drugs, weapons or other illegal material are prohibited on the
event site during the competition. This rule will be in effect during the entire
competition. Any violation of this rule by a team member will cause the expulsion
of the entire team. This applies to both team members and faculty advisors. Any
use of drugs, or the use of alcohol by an underage individual, will be reported to
the local authorities for prosecution.

B. Vehicle Related
 Vehicle Movement

Vehicles may not move under their own power anywhere but on the practice or
competition tracks unless allowed by the judges. Off track, vehicles must be
pushed at a normal walking pace by means of kart stand/members pushing the
vehicle, with all four wheels on the ground, a team member sitting in the cockpit
to steer and brake and with another team member walking beside the car. During
performance events when the excitement is high, it is particularly important that
the car be moved at a slow pace in the pits. Violation of this rule will result directly
into the 25 points penalty.

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 List of Prefabricated Parts

All the teams have permission to buy the readymade/fabricated parts but use of
these parts in excess may lead to the disqualification of the vehicle or penalty of
200 points. List of the prefabricated parts- Brake disc, caliper and brake holding
assembly, master cylinder, Seat, Seat Belt, Steering gear box, Steering column,
Steering wheel, Wheel rims &Tires, tie rod ends, motor, battery.

C. Penalties
 Violation of rules

Penalty of 50 points/ disqualification.

 Misbehavior/arguments with officials or volunteers

Penalty of 100 points/ disqualification.

 Tampering with TI sticker or making restricted changes in vehicle after TI

Penalty of 100-500 points depending upon the severity/disqualification.

 Entry without permission on tracks

100 points/ disqualification.

 Damages

Intentional damage to track/tent/other resources will result to the cash penalty of

₹5000/- or cost of actual damage whichever is more. Also prize and certificates will
not be awarded to the particular team and its members.

Organizing committee have the right to modify the penalties listed in the various
dynamic event descriptions to better reflect the design of their event courses, the
course lengths or any special conditions unique to the site. The standard dynamic
event penalties in these rules are default values that will be applied unless there
is a change by the organizing committee

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Prize categories for

National Electric Kart Championship
 Overall Winner  Best Team Spirit

 Over All Runner up  Innovation Award

 Endurance Winner  Build Quality Award

 Endurance Runner Up  Dronacharya Award

 Drag Race Winner
 Virtual Round Winner
 Drag Race Runner Up
 My Ride My Glory Award
 Auto Cross Winner
 On the Spot Surprise Prize
 Auto Cross Runner up

 Blind Target Winner

 Blind Target Runner Up

 Skid Pad Winner

 Skid Pad Runner Up

 Light Weight Award

 Best Design

 Best Aesthetics

 Best Driver

 Business Plan

 Cost Report

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SEASON 3.0
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