This course is open to all majors and term levels. Students will work in teams and use class time to design and build functional one person electric go karts that they will race week 14. This course teaches a complete design and building process utilizing a combination of wood, metal, and off the shelf parts. If a student requires model shop or tool access they will be given class time to take wood and metalworking shop safety demos. Karts are powered by pre-determined electric drill motors and drive system. The basics of the kart, frame design, steering, drive system, and brakes will be taught. Costs ~$200 - $350 per student.
TRAN-119: Race Kart
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