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Electrathon Steering Design
Lathan Hala'api'api
About the project:
The motivation for this project is the steering system for the Central Washington University Electrathon Electric Vehicle (EV). The Electrathon Vehicle project is an ongoing project that dates back to 2012. The Electrathon Vehicle began as a frame and three wheels when given to the EV club. In past projects the vehicle has had frame and suspension work. The current design was only partially assembled and did not allow for any steering in the vehicle. A steering system was needed to be developed in order for the vehicle to be controlled while a person is sitting in the seat.
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Requirements:
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A device is required that is able to turn a minimum of a 50 foot radius curb to curb
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The entire assembly must not exceed 100lbs
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With the vehicle sitting on its own weight, the steering wheel must be able to be turned using at most 20 lbs. of force.
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Cost less than $300 to manufacture
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Keep the occupant in full control of the vehicle.
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