SolarTechnical Rules V1.1

Technical Rules
INDEX
Title Pg.no.
Index i
About ISIE ii
About ESVC iii
Part A: TECHNICAL RULES 1

A.1. Vehicle types 1
A.2. Design rules 3
Dimension 3
Ground clearance 4
Weight test 5
Wheel and tire specification 5
Wheel and tire alignment 6
Chassis 7
Drivers compartment 11
Bodyworks 15
Vehicle identification 17
A.3. Steering, brake, and suspension 19
Steering 19
Brake 21
Suspension 23
A.4. Electrical rules 25
Solar panel 25
Battery 27
Drivetrain 29
General safety instruction 35
Part B: FINAL EVENT 36

B.1. General instruction 37
B.2. Instruction for pit area 37
B.3. Instruction for hot pit area 37
B.4. Technical inspection: static 37
B.5. Innovation and design round 39
B.6. Business plan and cost report 40
B.7. Brake and acceleration 40
B.8. Cross-pad test 42
B.9. Solar performance test 43
B.10. Hill climb test 44
B.11. Endurance round 45
B.12. Rules and jurisdiction 46
Part C: DRIVERS HANDBOOK 47

C.1. Drivers Requirement 48
C.2. Drivers Equipment 48
C.3. Code of Conduct During Event 50
C.4. Flags and Signals 51
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About ISIE
Imperial Society of Innovative Engineers are well known Society of India for organizing
Motorsports events, live projects based Industrial Training and Research and publication. ISIE
India provides a platform to the students and professionals for development and
enhancement of their technical as well as managerial skills. We are developing platform
especially for engineering students where they can easily face real-time engineering problems
and find the best solution, especially in the sector of Electric and Hybrid Vehicles.
ISIE - India is the Indias best platform for the engineering students to develop practical skills.
We believe in Learning, Implementation, and Sharing. The Society has a very strong
placement and consultancy wing that has an excellent network of the top companies.
Our core competencies include effective personalized industry based training and excellent
placements. ISIE is committed to the development in the field of renewable source of energy;
these are the best solution to save our environment and development of our country. We are
organizing Hybrid and Go kart National and International event.
Our Accreditations:
Federation of Motor Sports Club of India (FMSCI)

The FMSCI is recognized by the Government of India, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports as
the only National Sports Federation (NSF) for the promotion and governance of motorsports
in India. The FMSCI is also a long-standing member of the International Federations for
motorsports viz. Federation International de l' Automobile (FIA), Paris (four wheelers and
above) and Federation International de Motocyclisme (FIM), Geneva (2 and 3 wheeler
motorsports).
The FMSCI is also a member of the Indian Olympic Association. The FMSCI has a wide base of
affiliated member clubs spread across India.
ISO 9001:2008:
ISIE Awarded ISO 9001:2008 certification for best quality management
system. Its ability to consistently provide a product that meets customer and applicable
statutory and regulatory requirements, and aims to enhance customer satisfaction through
the effective application of the system, including processes for continual improvement of the
system and the assurance of conformity to customer and applicable statutory and regulatory
requirements.
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MSME (Ministry of Small and Medium scale Enterprises)
Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (M/o MSME) envision a vibrant MSME sector
by promoting growth and development of the MSME Sector, in cooperation with concerned
Ministries/Departments, State Governments, and other Stakeholders, through providing
support to existing enterprises and encouraging the creation of new enterprises. It provides
the first-ever legal framework for recognition of the concept of "enterprise" which comprises
both manufacturing and service entities. It defines medium enterprises for the first time and
seeks to integrate the three tiers of these enterprises, namely, micro, small and medium.
Support and Appreciation:

PMO India:
ISIEINDIA has been appreciated by PMO India, for its constant effort to promote Electric
Mobility in India.
Confederation of Indian Industry (CII):
ISIEINDIA also has support from CII and has used this association for benefit of the
participants. Our participants have displayed their vehicles in GES 2017 (Global
Entrepreneurship Summit), and GMX 2016 (Global Mobility Expo). They have benefitted
from it in gaining, sponsorship for their ideas.
Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) is a non-government, not-for-profit, industry-led
and industry-managed organization, playing a proactive role in India's development
process. Founded in 1895, India's premier business association has over 8,300 members,
from the private as well as public sectors, including SMEs and MNCs, and an indirect
membership of over 200,000 enterprises from around 250 national and regional sectoral
industry bodies.
Sports India Expo:
ISIEINDIA is giving an opportunity for the winners of the previous events to showcase their
vehicles in Sports India Expo 2017, to be held from 22nd August 2017 to 24th August 2017.
Sports India 2017 is a b2b business platform for the national and international companies
those are into the sports business to find out the new business opportunities in India as well
as in overseas market. This event is a great opportunity to network with sports Industry.
Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE):
Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), of India, has recognized our efforts as a
research project to promote E-Mobility among the youth of India. The Ministry of New and
Renewable Energy (MNRE) is the nodal Ministry of the Government of India for all matters
relating to new and renewable energy. The broad aim of the Ministry is to develop and deploy
new and renewable energy for supplementing the energy requirements of the country.
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About ESVC
Electric Solar Vehicle Championship (ESVC) is Asias largest solar event which started in the
year 2013. The basic objective is to raise awareness among the future generation of engineers
about renewable energy resources and push them for development in this sector, all of this
while making it fun for them. Hence, they are required to build a Solar-Electric vehicle to
compete among themselves.
Vehicle build by student/Faculty/professional as per Adventure and professional class
regulation must meet the strict specification of the Rulebook. The teams participating design
and manufacture their vehicles which are ergonomically sound, dynamically stable, light in
weight and solar powered, along with all these they are fun to drive at the same time. This
whole event is two stage process.
First being pre-virtual round which is compulsory for each team to attend. In this round, an
SDP will be held in which experts from industries associated with our cause share their
knowledge about vehicle design, vehicle dynamics and how teams can manufacture solar
panel, Power pack, BMS and various innovative & safety features for the vehicle.
The second stage being one in which teams start designing their vehicles on basis of
knowledge they have gained during the previous stage. Before manufacturing each team
submits their design report, calculations, the idea to us which our technical experts verify and
advise them (if any error, wrong approach, incomplete detail are found).
The third stage being the dynamic round which is a different experience in itself. In this round,
the teams arrive with their vehicles ready, which are made to go through series of tests and
inspection. Brake test, hill climb, cross pad, are some of the tests performed apart from final
endurance. In final endurance, teams have to run their vehicle on solar and batteries.
We also have solar performance test where the capability of the solar array used is checked.
For adventure class, they have to run their vehicle directly on the solar panel. We also have
battery performance test, Cross pad, hill climb and endurance for a specific time, during the
endurance round have to cover maximum laps in specified time. We also give opportunity to
exhibit their vehicle on international platform, in year
2016, our team exhibit solar car in Global Expo on Services (GES16) inaugurated by President
of India at India Expo Mart. In the year 2017, we again display our innovative and attractive
solar car at Green Mobility Expo (GMX17) by CII at Pragati Maidan, Delhi, India. Delegates
from 70 + Countries, 150+ MNC across the globe also participated in this expo.
PMO India (2016) appreciated our effort towards solar energy awareness and green mobility
development through engineering students. ESVC e noted research project under Ministry of
new and renewable energy, Solar R&D division, Govt. of India. During GES and GMX delegated
from 22 countries appreciated our concept.
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Whats New in ESVC 2018?
Expert Talk HR Meet Auction Summit
International Conference International Expo Journal Writing
Start-up Conference
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Part A
Technical Rules
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A.1. Vehicle Types:
Adventure Class:
This class requires teams to build a single seated solar vehicle. The idea behind this being for
a person to be able to go out on a solo ride. These will be fast and light in weight, creating an
ultimate cruising experience for the riders, explorers, and adventurers who like to their car
out and drive just for the immense pleasure that they get from that.
The idea is to encourage participants to build a solar powered machine which everyone would
like to drive and take it out on a solo trip just because they want to.
Fig.1. Adventure class vehicle.

Professional Class:
This class of vehicle is meant not only for the rider but more. The participants are supposed
to build a solar-powered vehicle that can carry at least two occupants along with the driver.
The idea is to encourage participants to build a solar car not just for the rider but for their
companion too. That one person or a group of persons that they would like to take on a trip.
Fig.2. Professional Class vehicle
A.2. Design restrictions:
A.2.1. Dimension:
When driving in a straight line, the solar car must fit inside a right rectangular prism
140 inches (3556 mm) long, 65 inches (1651 mm) wide and 60 inches (1524 mm) high,
with the base of the prism coincident with the ground.
This rectangular prism has its base coincident to the ground.

Fig.3. Bounding box depicting dimensional restraint
A.2.1.1. Penalty on the extension in dimensions:

Teams will be penalized as below if they exceed the dimensions
5 point penalty count on per inch extension.
If your solar penal dimension exceeds to 6 inches, there will be 50 point penalty.
If it exceeds up to 10 inches, there will be 100 point penalty in endurance B.
If a team exceeds the solar panel more than 10 inches, the team will not be allowed
for participating in the dynamic event.
A.2.2. Ground Clearance:

The fully-laden solar car must be able to drive off a road with a 2 inches (50.8mm)
vertical edge drop without any part of the body touching the ground.

Fig.4. 2-inch vertical drop for ground clearance.
A.2.3. Weight Test:

For Adventure class the weight of the vehicle should not exceed the limit of 180 kg,
without the driver.
For Professional class, the weight of the vehicle should not exceed the limit of 250 kg,
without the driver.
Zero points will be awarded in case the weight exceeds the limit.
A.2.4. Wheel and Tyre specification:
A.2.4.1. Wheel Specification:
The wheel diameter should be minimum of 10 inches or maximum of 12 inches.

A.2.4.2. Tyre Specification:
Tires used by teams should have the following specification:
Tread Width: Maximum 4.5 inch (114.3 mm) and minimum 3.54 inch (90 mm).
Load rating: Greater than the load on wheels.
Speed rating: Greater than the maximum speed of the vehicle.

Fig.5. Wheel Diameter and Tyre Width.
A.2.5. Wheel Positioning:
A.2.5.1. Wheel Base:

Minimum wheelbase of 60 inches must be provided to the vehicle.
A.2.5.2. Track Width:

Track width should be minimum 75% of the wheelbase.
A.2.5.3. Wheel Pattern:

Adventure Class:
Teams participating for adventure class can use either 3 wheels or 4 wheels design.
If teams are using 3 wheels in their vehicle, teams must describe, in the Design
Report Document, how these requirements are met and assure the stability of the
vehicle.
In the case of 3 wheel vehicle, two wheels must be at the front. The single wheel
at the front side will not be accepted. (The wheel alignment should be in tadpole
shape. Delta shape is not allowed in case of three wheels.)
Professional Class:
Teams participating under professional class must use only 4 wheels design.

Fig.6. Wheel alignment.
A.2.6. Chassis:
A.2.6.1. Cross section:

Teams are instructed to use seamless tubes only.
Teams will be disqualified if seamed tubes are used.
Tubes cross section should be of:
o Minimum outer diameter/dimension 1 inch.
o Maximum Outer diameter/dimension 2inch.
o Minimum wall thickness 1mm.
Members of the chassis should be made up of circular cross section tubes.
Leaf Springs, Solid Bars, I-Bar, Rectangular Bar, or any other shape will result in
immediate disqualification.
Rectangular tubes can be used only as support for components but it should not act
as a member of chassis.
Also, the team should have at least one open end tube in the frame (this end must be
capped.)
A 3mm drill on main roll hoop should be provided for inspection of wall thickness. The
position of drill hole should be such that, Vernier caliper can be used for inspection.
The hole should not be on the member where Vernier Calliper cant be used.
A.2.6.2. Material Specification:

Teams can use any material steel/aluminium/carbon fiber for the tube.

In the case of steel minimum, carbon percentage should be 0.1%.
Titanium or magnesium on which welding has been utilized may not be used for any
part of the Primary Structure. This includes the attachment of brackets to the tubing
or the attachment of the tubing to other components.
Teams are to provide a material certificate from certified labs used. Also the
description of tube sizing.
Failing of producing the certificate at the time of inspection, Technical Inspector
judgment will be the final judgment i.e. either pass the vehicle with Penalty or
disqualify.
Teams are to provide separate certificates if more than one material used for their
chassis.
A.2.6.3. Jack Point:

There must be two jack points on the Vehicle, one at the rear and other at the front.
Both jack point should be colored in orange color.
The jack point must be oriented horizontally and perpendicular to the centerline of
the car.
The jack point should be made of a flat steel plate attached to the bottom of chassis.
Jack point must be 12 inches (300 mm) long, 2 inches (50.8 mm) wide and 0.1968
inches (5mm) thick.
A.2.6.4. Hitch Point:

Every vehicle must have two hitch point one at the rear end and other at the front
end.
Hitch point will be used to attach push rod.
Every team will have to fabricate detachable push rod that should have the capability
to push and pull the vehicle.
It should be painted in yellow.
Hitch point should not be at the bumper. It should be mounted on the chassis only.
Hitch point and jack points should be separate.
Note: Bumper, jack point, and hitch point should be separate, but they should be placed
together as a single entity.
A.2.6.5. Push/pull Rod:

The detachable push rod is mandatory for all the team. Push rod should have the
capability push as well as pull the vehicle.
There should be a single rod for both usages.
A.2.6.6. Roll Hoop:

Teams must provide a roll hoop behind the driver. Separating drivers compartment
from the rear of the vehicle.
Tip of the roll hoop should be at least 4 inches from tip of the helmet. The driver should
be at rest when this is measured.
Fig.7. Distance between helmet and roll hoop.
A.2.6.7. Impact Bumper:

There should be impact bumper on front and rear of the vehicle. It should be rigid and
strong. Without a bumper, the team cannot participate in the event.
Teams can either use tubes to act as a bumper or they can use crushable type impact
attenuator.
In case of using tubes

The Bumper should be a point to point of the tires. The short bumper will not be
allowed.
The bumper should be rigidly welded to the chassis.
Rigidity will be checked by TI by applying manual force or Welding Reports to be
provided for Judgement.
The bumper should also be able to bear front impact load, as well as vertical load up
to the weight of the vehicle.
The bumper should start at the base of the chassis, and it should not exceed the height
of 300 mm from the ground.

Fig.8. Bumper
In the case of using Impact Attenuator:

It should be made up of proper crushable material.
Teams planning to use impact attenuator should first submit a report stating the
design, concept, calculation, impact simulations and validity of the impact attenuator
that they are planning to use.
They can mount impact attenuator only if they have been approved by Judging Team
of Imperial Society of Innovative Engineers.
Solar Panel should not exceed bumper in any condition.

Side impact zone: The area of the side of the car extending from the top of the floor
to 300 mm (11.811 inches) above the ground and from the Front Hoop back to the
Main Hoop.
A.2.7. Drivers Compartment:
A.2.7.1. Ergonomics:
Ergonomics should also be considered in the design. The teams are to provide
ergonomics report, in design report, mentioning occupant packaging.

The teams are to provide ergonomics as per SAE 95th percentile Male and 5th
percentile Female rule.
Fig. 9. Ergonomics
The foot point of the occupant must be below H-point.

The steering wheel should be below shoulder line and above abdomen of the driver.
It should be positioned in such fashion that, the hands are not strained.
The angle between each occupants shoulders, hips and knees must be more than
90.
A well-defined drivers compartment should be provided. Separating him/her from
rest of the components. Steering wheel, foot pedals, control panel, seat, headrest
are the only allowable components inside the compartment. These should be
designed and positioned such as to minimize the risk of injury of the driver, during
impact.
When seated normally drivers helmet should not interfere with roll hoop.
The drivers back should be at least 2 inches away from roll hoop.
The distance from the tip of the helmet to the tip of curve member of roll hoop must
be minimum of 4 inches.
A.2.7.2. Egress:
Driver must be able to get out of the vehicle within 15 seconds (without any outside
help).

A.2.7.3. Drivers Seat:
The lowest point of the driver's seat must not be lower than the bottom surface of the
lower frame rails or by having a longitudinal tube (or tubes) that meets the
requirements for Side Impact tubing, passing underneath the lowest point of the seat.
Driver must be provided with a forward facing seat that consists of a base (squab) and
backrest.
The distance from the hip point to the top of the head restraint (distance r in the
diagram below) must be at least 800 mm. (Refer diagram below for H-point
approximation.)
Teams are recommended to use bucket seat.
Fig.10. The distance between h-point and head rest.
A.2.7.4. Seat Belt:

The seat belt should be of minimum 5 point harness. All the harness should be
directed properly for the driver safety and will be checked again and again during a
dynamic event. Normal shoulder straps, side release buckle straps, belts with metal
cam lock buckles etc. will not be considered seat belts.
There must be a single release common to the lap belt and shoulder harness using a
metal-to-metal quick release type latch.
Fig.11. 5 point seat belt

Fig.12. Positioning 5 point seat belt.
To accommodate drivers of differing builds, all lap belts must have a tilt-lock
adjuster feature. Lap belts with pull-up adjusters are recommended over pull-
down adjusters.
OEM Seat belt is strictly not allowed.
Seat belt must be compliant with SFI 16.1, SFI 16.5, FAI 8853/98.
Fig.13. OEM seat belt.
A.2.7.5. Drivers Visibility:

Front and side visibility:
Driver must have a vision range of 100 (degrees) left and 100 (degrees) right, so a
total of 200 (degrees) of vision. This must be provided without any external
assistance.

Rear visibility:
The solar car must have rear vision systems that enable the driver, when seated in the
normal driving position with the safety belt fastened, to see the ground in the shaded
areas shown in the diagrams below.
Rear vision systems may be electronic, mirrors, or both. Rear vision systems must
operate whenever the solar car is in motion under its own power. Rear vision images
must be oriented so that objects on the right of the solar car are on the right of the
image.
Fig.14. Drivers Visibility
A.2.7.6. Firewall:
A firewall must separate the driver compartment from all components of the electrical
and electronics and any high voltage system.
The firewall must be a non-permeable surface made from a rigid, fire-resistant
material.
Material for firewall must have fire resistance and electrical resistance property.
Multiple panels may be used to form the firewall but there must be no gaps between
the joints.
A firewall can be bolted or riveted using metal brackets welded on the frame.
No nylon tie or strap of any kind should be used to position floor
Welding of the firewall on the frame is also acceptable.
A.2.8. Bodyworks:
A.2.8.1. Outer bodywork:

Teams can use any material for outer body glass fiber, carbon fiber, steel,
aluminum etc.
Outer body cover must run from front member to rearmost member, without
any opening except those required for cockpit opening, and for those required
for wheels and forced cooling of the power unit.

As the vehicle is of closed wheels design, thus body works should cover the
wheels.
The wheel cover should be in such a fashion that it does not interfere with
wheels motion in any way.
The wheel should not hit the body during jounce or rebound while riding.
There should be no sharp edges/protruding edges on the outer body.
The solar panel should be secured so that no damage to the driver is done by it.
Bodywork should be detachable at different sections so that battery, transmission,
steering, suspension and other components are easily visible at the time of
Technical Inspection or maintenance.
Teams are to provide passage/slots for air to get in so that cooling of battery and
motor can take place. This can be done by adding slot/opening at the side panel,
as shown in the image below. This rule applies to both professional and adventure
class.
Fig.15. Side vent for cooling.
Bodyworks should be attached to the frame using fasteners and mechanical locks
only.
Bodyworks should not be attached by using nylon ties or any other tie straps.

A.2.8.2. Floor closeout:
All vehicles must have a floor closeout made of one or more panels, which
separate the driver from the pavement.
If multiple panels are used, gaps between panels should not exceed than 3 mm
(1/8 inch).
The closeout must extend from the foot area to the firewall and prevent track
debris from entering the car.
The panels must be made of Aluminium/steel. No other material is allowed.
Floor closeout should not be attached using nylon ties or any other tie straps.
Floor closeout should be attached to the frame using fasteners only.
A.2.9. Vehicle Identification Number:
Each car will be assigned a number at the time of its entry into a competition. Car
numbers must appear on the vehicle as follows:
Locations: In three (3) locations: the front and both sides.

Height: At least 152.4 mm (6 inches) high.
Font: Block numbers (i.e. sans-serif characters). Italic, outline, serif, shadow or
cursive numbers are prohibited.
Stroke Width and Spacing between Numbers: At least 18 mm (3/4 inch).
Colour: Either white numbers on a black background or black numbers on a white
background. No other color combinations will be approved.
Visibility: The numbers must not be obscured by parts of the car, e.g. wheels, side
pods, exhaust system, etc.
Comment: Car numbers must be quickly read by course marshals when your car is
moving at speed. Make your numbers easy to see and easy to read.
A.2.9.1. Organization/College Name:

Each car must clearly display the organization name (or initials - if unique and
generally recognized) in roman characters at least 50 mm (2 inches) high on both
sides of the vehicle.
The characters must be placed on a high contrast background in an easily visible
location.
The organizer name may also appear in non-roman characters, but the roman
character version must be uppermost on the sides.
It must be displayed on the front of the vehicle below the car number.
A.2.9.2. Title sponsor sticker:

It must be displayed on the front of the vehicle above the car number and both
side of the front bodyworks below the car number.

A.2.9.3. ISIE India Logo:
The ISIE India logo must be displayed on the front of the vehicle in a prominent
location. ISIE logo stickers will be provided to the teams on site.
A.2.9.4. ESVC Logo:

The ESVC logo must be displayed on the left and right-hand side of the front
bodyworks above the car number. ESVC sticker will be provided to the teams on
site.
A.2.9.5. Event Sponsor Logo:

This must be displayed on both sides of the vehicle.
Note: There should be sufficient visible space remained for the Technical round and brake test
clear sticker in your vehicle.
Fig.16. Picture depicting the position of Logo.
A.2.9.6. Number Plate:

Each vehicle must have a permanent metal number plate at the front and back.
ISIEINDIA will provide a vehicle number to put on the plate.
The background of the plate should be a white color.
The size of the plate should be 500 x 120 mm.
The numbers should be clearly visible. Stroke width 14mm, character height 70
mm, character width 50mm, space between characters 11mm.

Fig.17. Number plate for Adventure Class.
Fig.18. Number plate for Professional Class.
Note: The number format shown above is just for reference only.
A.3. Steering, Brake, and Suspension.
A.3.1. Steering:
A.3.1.1. Steering system:

The steering wheel must be mechanically connected to the wheels, i.e. steer-by-
wire or electrically actuated steering is prohibited
Rear wheel steering (if fitted) must not compromise the control of the vehicle
under any circumstances, including emergency maneuvers or following failures
such as tire blowouts. Teams designing Solar Vehicles with rear wheel steering
must describe, in the Design Report Document, how these requirements are met.
A.3.1.2. Steering wheel:

The steering wheel must have a continuous perimeter that is near circular or near
oval, i.e. the outer perimeter profile can have some straight sections, but no
concave sections.
H, Figure 8, or cut-out wheels are not allowed.
Allowable steering system free play is limited to Seven degrees (7) total measured
at the steering wheel.
The steering wheel should have a minimum of 10-inch diameter.
Fig.19. Steering Wheel.
A.3.1.3. Steering wheel position:

Teams must position steering wheel below shoulder line and above abdomen of
the driver.
The steering wheel should be positioned in such fashion that the risk of a driver
getting injured is minimized in the case of impact.
The driver should not suffer any kind of unnecessary strain while holding the
steering wheel.
A.3.1.4. Steering type:

Teams are allowed to use any kind of steering system. There is also no restriction
on steering ratio. Teams are free to use any configuration according to their
compatibility.
Note: Those teams who want to use custom made steering system i.e. 7:1, 6:1 and 12:1 they
can give their requirement as soon as possible. Delivery and manufacturing will take time, so
if your team is interested then place an order to Tech Imperial as soon as possible. ISIE will
provide this steering from our part manufacturing partner at least possible price.
A.3.1.5. Steering lock:

The steering system must have positive steering stops that prevent the steering
linkages from locking up (the inversion of a four-bar linkage at one of the pivots). The
stops may be placed on the uprights or on the rack and must prevent the tires from
contacting suspension (if used), body, or frame members during the track events.
A.3.2. Brakes:
A solar car must be equipped with breaks on at least two (2) wheels, operated by a
single control. They must use the hydraulic braking system.
A.3.2.1. Brake types:

It must have two (2) independent hydraulic circuits such that in the case of a leak
or failure at any point in the system, effective braking power is maintained on at
least two (2) wheels. Each hydraulic circuit must have its own fluid reserve, either
by the use of separate reservoirs or by the use of a dammed, OEM-style reservoir.
"Brake-by-wire" systems are prohibited.
Independent braking systems may share components deemed not liable to
failure provided that they are amply dimensioned and readily accessible for
maintenance. Components not liable to failure are:
A brake pedal and its bearing.
Brake lever and cam assemblies.
Single brake acting on a limited slip differential is acceptable.
The brake system must be capable of locking at least two wheels simultaneously
during the brake test.
Braking systems must be protected with scatter shields from the failure of the
drive train or from minor collisions.
The brake pedal shall be designed to withstand a force of 2000 N without any
failure of the brake system or pedal box. This may be tested by pressing the pedal
with the maximum force that can be exerted by any official when seated normally.
The vehicle should not yaw more than 30 degrees under braking.
Brake must be capable of holding the fully-laden solar car on a 20-degree incline
or decline.
A.3.2.2. Brake Pedal:

The brake pedal must be fabricated from steel or aluminum or machined from
steel, aluminum or titanium.
Pedal should only be operated from drivers foot and no usage of hand operated
levers for braking mechanism is allowed.

*The pedal travel should be restricted to some distance by some kind of locking
mechanical mechanisms.
While at rest the pedal should be at the ball of foot center of the driver.
A.3.2.3. Brake Over-Travel Switch:

A brake pedal over-travel switch must be installed on the car as part of the
shutdown system and wired in series with the shutdown buttons.
This switch must be installed so that in the event of brake system failure such that
the brake pedals over travels, it will result in the shutdown of the system, which
will eventually help to control the system.
Break over-travel switch must be a single point, single throw (SPST commonly
known as two positions) switch (push-pull or flip-flop type) as shown below.
Fig.20. Brake Over travel Switch
Repeated actuation of the switch must not restore power to these components,
and it must be designed so that the driver cannot reset it.
The switch must be implemented with analog components, and not through
recourse to the programmable logic controller or similar functioning digital
controllers.
A.3.2.4. Brake light:

The car must be equipped with two red colored brake light.
The brake light itself must be rectangular, triangular or near round shape.
Each brake light must be clearly visible from the rear in very bright sunlight.

Fig.21. Brake Light
A.3.2.5. The position of Brake light:
The distance between centers of both lights: Minimum 19.7 inches (500 mm)
The height of the center of light: Minimum 13.7 inches (350 mm) from the ground.
Fig.22. Tail Light position.
A.3.3. Suspension:
Use of Suspension system is mandatory on all wheels.

The car must be equipped with a fully operational suspension system with shock
absorbers.
The judges reserve the right to disqualify cars which do not represent a serious
attempt at an operational suspension system or which demonstrate handling
inappropriate for a qualifying circuit.
All suspension mounting point must be visible at Technical Inspection, either by
direct
view or by removing any covers.
Wishbone/ A-Arm must be of the Seamless tube.
The suspension used must have a minimum of 2inch (54.8 mm) of travel, i.e.; 1inch
(25.4mm) jounce and 1 inch (25.4 mm) rebound.
All suspension mounting points must be visible at Technical Inspection, either by
direct view or by removing bodywork.

A.4. Electrical Rules.
A.4.1. Solar panel:

Teams are free to use any kind of solar power system in their vehicle; team is also
allowed to develop (fabricate) their own solar panel.
The Solar Panel Specification and Design of the solar system must be approved by
organizing committee.
Teams should provide a report showing calculations related to the choice of solar
panel.
In case the team is planning to fabricate their own Solar panels then they must
mention how they are planning to make it feasible.
No solar panel should exceed bumper of the vehicle.
Solar system must follow the dimensional restriction.
Panels must be capable fo charging the batteries. This will be checked during final
event, before endurance.
The position of the panels:

Adventure Class:
Teams are not allowed to place panels on the roof or over the head of the driver.
As per the image is given below.
There should be no panels on the side body.
Teams can place the panel on side of the driver, but they must ensure proper heat
and electric insulation, and position of the panel must not restrict drivers egress
and ingress.
Fig. 23. Overhead panels are not allowed for Adventure Class.

Fig.24. Panels should be in front and rear of the driver.
The position of the panel in the rear should not be higher than shoulder line of the
driver.
Panels should not exceed front and rear bumper and also side impact zone.
Panels should be positioned so that they can be detached for easy inspection of
interior system and mechanism of the vehicle. They can be either completely
detachable or contain a hinge at one end so that they can be lifted for inspection.
For Professional Class:

They can place panels over the head of the occupants if they want to. There must be a
distance of 6 inches at least between helmet of the driver and the inner lining of the roof.
Fig. 25. For Professional Class panels can be placed on the roof.
A.4.2. Battery Specification:
Teams are to use batteries of the following specification:
Voltage: Maximum 60V.
Battery Capacity: Maximum 6 KWH.
A.4.2.1. Battery Type:
Teams have the choice to use either Li-ion or Lead acid battery. Teams will not be
allowed to change batteries during the event. They need to use the same set of
batteries throughout the event.
Teams can also use a separate battery of max 12V, for the following function only:
o Innovations.
o Horn.
o Battery level indicator.
o Brake light.
A.4.2.2. Battery pack (power pack):
Battery cover must be designed and manufactured by the teams.
The cover material must be fire and electric proof and properly insulated by fiber.
Flexible rubber or plastic sheets are not allowed to be used as covers.
Also, the battery cover should be made up of rigid plastic/glass fiber/ sheet metal,
with an insulating coating.
It should be mounted rigidly during the event, nylon ties, strings or wire of any
kind is not allowed for mounting.
The casing of the battery should be fixed/ welded/ fastened (using lock nuts) with
the chassis.

If power storage pack is capable of spilling dangerous liquids when damaged, there
must be a spill-proof barrier between that storage pack and solar car occupants.
If power storage pack is capable of emitting dangerous gasses when damaged,
there must be a proper ventilation system designed--- between that storage pack
and solar car occupants.
The cover should be the de-attachable type, if required then it can be easily
removed from batteries.
Fig. 26. Battery case.
4.2.3. Battery Position:

The battery pack must be positioned behind the firewall/roll hoop only.
Teams are not allowed to position their power pack near the driver or near the
front end of the vehicle.
The battery pack should be positioned in such fashion that, it is easy for teams to
detach it when required or in the case of emergency or for repairing, and also
easily accessible during Technical Inspection.

Fig. 27. Space for Battery and Transmission.
A.4.2.4. Battery level indicator:

A battery level indicator must be provided in front of the driver on the dashboard.
Also, there should be no ocular illusion.
At any point or time, batteries should not operate at a voltage, current, and
temperature more than that specified by the manufacturer.
Teams must be able to monitor it during the event. It should completely show the
percentage of the battery based on voltage or current.
A.4.3. Drive Train:
A.4.3.1. Basic Definitions:
The Accumulator is defined as all the batteries or capacitors that store the
electrical energy to be used by the tractive system.
Accumulator Segments are sub-divisions of the accumulator and must respect
either a maximum voltage or energy limit. Splitting the accumulator into segments
is intended to reduce the risks associated with working on the accumulator.

The Tractive System of the car is defined as every part that is electrically
connected to the motor(s) and accumulators.
The Grounded Low Voltage (GLV) system of the car is defined as every electrical
part that is not part of the tractive system.
o The GLV system must be grounded to the chassis.
o The tractive and GLV system must be galvanically isolated from one another.
o Note: The border between tractive and GLV systems is the galvanic isolation
between both systems. Therefore, some components, such as the motor
controller, may be part of both systems.
o The tractive system must be completely electrically isolated from the chassis
and any other conductive parts of the car.
o The tractive system motor(s) must be connected to the accumulator through a
motor controller.
o Bypassing the control system and connecting the tractive system accumulator
directly to the motor(s) is prohibited.
o The GLV system must be powered up before it is possible to activate the
tractive
system. Furthermore, a failure causing the GLV system to shut down must
immediately deactivate the tractive system as well.
A.4.3.2. Motor Specification:

Adventure Class (Single Seated):
o Operating Voltage: 48 Volts to 60 Volts DC.
o Total Power: 1500 Watt (minimum) to 2250 Watt (maximum).
o Fix Motor & Controller: Those teams are using fix type motor, they must use
LBC 05 Frame Motor. Other motor will be not allowed. Only one motor
allowed.
o Hub Motor & Controller: Teams can use hub motor. Maximum 2 Motor are
allowed but their total sum of Power should not exceed as per the specified
above.
Professional Class:
o Operating Voltage: 48 Volts to 72 Volts DC.
o Total Power: 2000 Watt (minimum) to 6000 Watt (maximum).
o Fix Motor & Controller: Those teams are using fix type motor, they must use
LBC 05/LBC 06 A/B Frame Motor. Other motor will be not allowed. Only one
motor allowed.
o Hub Motor & Controller: Teams can use hub motor. Maximum 2 Motor are
allowed but their total sum of Power should not exceed as per the specified
above.
Note: During TI Team must present Data Sheet and original bills (with VAT invoice) of motor
and batteries. If a team fails to present the same will not allow taking part in the event.
A.4.3.3. Transmission:
The transmission to be used in the vehicles must be of rear wheel drive only. Since
teams can make three-wheeled vehicles (for adventure class) or four-wheeled vehicles

so, the teams are free to use any sort of designs. Teams can also use hub motors, but
total power should be in the range as per specified in 4.3.2.
A.4.3.4. Transmission type:
Any transmission and drive train may be used.
Team Can Use CVT.
Teams should mention the type of transmission they are using along with a specific
reason to choose that type.
Also, they must mention how they plan to mount it and make it feasible.
A.4.3.5. Scatter shield and its position:
Exposed high-speed final drive train equipment such as Continuously Variable
Transmissions (CVTs), sprockets, gears, pulleys, torque converters, clutches, belt
drives and clutch drives, must be fitted with scatter shields as a failsafe system in case
of structural failure.
A.4.3.6. Throttle pedal:
Only foot operated paddle is allowed, Hand operated lever will not be allowed.
There should be a positive lock provided with the throttle paddle.
A.4.3.7. Electrical accelerator:
The accelerator pedal must be a right-foot-operated foot pedal. The foot pedal must
return to its original, rearward position when released. The foot pedal must have
positive stops at both ends of its travel, preventing its sensors from being damaged or
overstressed.
A.4.3.8. Killswitch:
There should be three kill switches in the vehicle.
They should be placed such that one can be easily accessed by the driver and other
outside the vehicle for organizers.
One kill switch should be on the dashboard.
Two kill switch should be mounted on roll hoop, either side of the driver.
For Professional Class it should be on either side of the vehicle, easily accessible to the
organizers.
Killswitch should be clearly visible from a long distance with a bright red color.
Fig. 21. Kill Switch.

A.4.3.9. Killswitch mounting:
The kill switch must be installed properly and rigidly in a case.
Mounting the kill switch with plastic/metallic ties or wires is strictly prohibited.
The kill switches will be rigidly mounted using the outer cases.
Fig. 22. Kill Switch mounting (how to mount).
Fig. 23. Killswitch mounting (where to mount)

A.4.3.10. Fusing:
All electrical systems (both tractive system and grounded low voltage system)
must be
appropriately fused.
Fusing rate should be capable of fusing all electric and electronic system on the
spot when tractive system current exceeds its peak value.
A.4.3.11. Horn:

An audible warning device must be permanently fitted to the Solar Vehicle.
It must be capable of giving sufficient audible warning of the presence of the Solar
Vehicle and have a constant amplitude and frequency.
Note: The stickers named horn, kill switch and battery level indicator should be paste at
their appropriate places.
A.4.3.12. Normal Low Voltage and Tractive system Voltage:
The maximum permitted operating voltage for the tractive system is 60 VDC for
adventure class and 72VDC for Professional class. The maximum operating voltage
is defined as the maximum measured accumulator voltage during
normal charging conditions.
The GLV system must be grounded to the chassis.
The border between tractive and NLV systems should be insulated between both
systems.
Therefore, some components, such as the motor controller, may be part of both
systems.
The tractive system must be completely isolated from the chassis and any other
conductive parts of the Vehicle.
The tractive system motor(s) must be connected to the accumulator through
motor
controller. Bypassing the control system and connecting the tractive system
accumulator
directly to the motor(s) is prohibited.
The NLV system must be powered up before it is possible to activate the tractive
system
Furthermore, a failure causing the NLV system to shut down must immediately
deactivate the tractive system as well.
A.4.3.13. Allowed Tractive System Accumulator:
Maximum Accumulator for Adventure class is 48/60V and 20 MJ .
Maximum Accumulator for Professional Class is 60/72V and 38 MJ.
The following accumulators are acceptable; batteries (e.g. lithium-ion batteries,
lead acid batteries and many other rechargeable battery chemistries) and
capacitors.
All batteries or capacitors which store the tractive system energy must be enclosed
in (an) accumulator container(s).
If spare accumulators are to be used then they all must be of the same size, weight
and type as those that are replaced.
Spare accumulator packs must be presented at Electrical Technical Inspection.
A.4.3.14. Kinetic Energy Recovers System (KERS):
Teams are free to use energy recovery system if they want. But the energy should
be stored in batteries only. Any sort of flywheel or spring for storing energy is
restricted.

The system should be very stable and teams have to explain each and every
parameter
they have used in the KERS system.
There should be a separate switch that can completely isolate and turn off the
KERS
the system from other electrical systems for safety purposes.
A.4.3.15. Dashboard:
The dashboard must contain different indicators in front of the driver.
It should contain:
o Battery level indicator (Digital).
o Speedometer.
o Start button.
o Killswitch.
A.4.4. General Safety Instructions:

All parts especially live wires, contacts, etc. of the electrical system need to be
isolated by non-conductive material or covers to be protected from being touched.
It should not be possible to touch any electrical system connections.
Teams must not use electrical tapes for insulation, as something capable of
damaging tape can damage single layered insulation also.
Teams must provide double layered insulation, it can be done by reinforced
insulation of single layered insulation wires. Inside this reinforced insulation,
bundles of wire
All wires, connectors and electronics modules (such as MPPTs) which remain at
high voltage when in Safe State must be double insulated.
No wires must go under the base frame of the vehicle or the lowest point of the
vehicle.
Motor, suspension, wheels, steering, braking and transmission should be fastened
by a lock nut.
With pin and Nylon Locknut allowed only.
All NLV batteries must be attached securely to the frame.
There must be no electrical connection between the frame of the Vehicle (or any
other conductive surface that might be inadvertently touched by a crew member
or spectator), and any part of any traction system circuits except the ground of the
vehicle.
Traction system and NLV circuits must be physically segregated.
All parts belonging to the tractive system including conduit, cables, and wiring
must be contained within the Surface Envelope of the Vehicle such that they are
protected against being damaged in case of a crash or roll-over situation.
Exposed carbon fiber is considered to be an exposed conductive part and so must
be isolated from the energy storage system and from the solar collector.

Teams should regularly check that there is no electrical breakdown between either
side of the energy storage system and any exposed conductive part, or between
or any part of the solar collector and any exposed conductive part.

Part B
Final Event

B.1. General Instruction:
Team members should carry their ID with themselves.
Team members should maintain discipline.
In disciplinary actions, if any observed may lead to either penalty or disqualification
of the team, depending on the jurisdiction of organizing a committee of ISIE-India.
B.2. Instructions for Pit area:

Teams are responsible for their tools and items.
Teams are not allowed to use power tools in the pit area, however, they can make use
of shoulder rod and charger for charging batteries. They can also perform manual
work which does not require any kind of power tool.
Also, they can perform electrical work in their pits.
Teams should be properly dressed for the event, shorts, slippers, are not allowed.
They must be in shoes.
Proper cleanliness should be maintained in the pit area.
B.3. Instructions for hot pit area:

Teams must carry their own tools to hot pit.
Teams are not allowed to borrow/lend tools if found doing so they will be penalized
heavily.
Teams must work in proper safety gears, these gears should also be their own.
Only 5 team members are allowed to work at a time in the hot pit area.
These members should be wearing safety gloves, safety goggles, apron/lab coat,
industrial grade shoes.
B.4. Technical Inspection Static:

Technical inspection static, is meant to check if the vehicle (when stationary) has
been manufactured according to the rulebook.
There are no points for this round. Each team must qualify this round.
Only three members are allowed per team during T.I. including the drivers. Any other
team member should not be around the T.I. area. Teams must come for T.I. with all
their necessary equipment, failing to do so may lead to disqualification/heavy penalty.
It is team captains responsibility to bring all the documentation during T.I which
includes
o Drivers license.
o Insurance documents.
o Complete reports including design report.
o Data sheets of electrical components used.

o Material certificate (certified by the authorized lab).
The vehicle must be designed and manufactured 100% as per regulations. If the team
is unable to fulfill the requirements as per the guidelines, they will not be allowed to
participate further. DQ will be awarded to that team.
The team must carry their own jack and push/pull rod. If any team is found to have
borrowed it from another team then both the teams will be penalized heavily.
Teams have to report within specific time frame. Failing so will be heavily penalized or
even restricted to participate in further rounds.
Only two attempts will be given during this T.I.
Technical inspectors decision is final.
Once the vehicle passes the T.I no modifications are allowed. If any modification in the
vehicle is found team will not be allowed to participate in further rounds.
Teams should go through the entire checklist in the T.I sheets, prior to the final round.
The technical inspection will have a series of stages. Each stage will check each aspect
of the vehicle.
In each stage, one or more specialists from that department will be there. He / She
will scrutinize the vehicle.
The stages in Technical Inspection are:
Dimension:
In this, the dimension of the vehicle will be checked.
Technical Inspector will verify if the vehicle has been designed and manufactured
within the specified limits under rulebook.
Overall length, width, height, ground clearance, wheel base, track width, of the vehicle
will be measured.
Also, the wheel dimensions will be checked.
Ergonomics:
Ergonomics of the driver will be checked if it complies with that mentioned in the
rulebook.
The drivers compartment and position of components relative to the driver.
Transmission and Brake:

This stage will include checking of transmission and brake mountings.
Transmission mounting will be checked, along with the use of scattering shield.
Mounting methods and bolts used for mounting will be checked.
Teams must use hardened bolts and lock nuts for mounting.
Bolts used must have proper grip length as per requirement.
Failure to do so may lead to disqualification.
Similarly, brake mountings, brake locks, brake line, leakage and other parameters
mentioned under brake section of Technical Rules will be checked.
The position of caliper and disk will be verified.

Teams must use Allen bolts for mounting disk or sprocket (if used) on the hub, Hex
bolts will not be allowed for mounting disk or sprockets.
Weight Test:
In this, the weight of the vehicle will be monitored.
The method involves measuring of weight on all four wheels and adding them
together.
Note: During Technical Inspection teams may be asked various questions regarding the
vehicle and its components. Also, the technical judgment committee can perform on spot
T.I. during line up for further dynamic events. Safety will always be checked before every
dynamic round.
To clear technical inspection, the vehicles must be designed and manufactured completely
as per the guidelines provided in the rulebook.
B.5. Innovation and design round:

It is a static round. Our judges will check the teams design skills and new ideas. Judges
may question anyone in the teams regarding their vehicles design and innovation.
It is not a compulsory round, however, points from this round will be used to calculate
the
overall winners.
Each award carries a maximum of 100 points.
Since it is static round it will be held right after the technical inspection inside their
specific pit allotted.
Teams are advised to prepare separate reports for each of the awards so that it will
be easy for the judges to evaluate.
For innovation, round teams will only be allowed if they have submitted their
innovation video.
Design round will be held for only those teams which have cleared their T.I., no other
team will be allowed.
B.6. Business plan & Cost Report:

This is a presentation based around.
Each team has to prepare a presentation about how they can market their vehicle and
how they are surveying the market for maximum profit if they commercialize their
vehicle.
They also have to submit their business plan report. Each team will have a total of 15
minutes for presentation. 10 minutes for presentation and 5 minutes for the
questionnaire.
The presentation should not be more than 12 slides. Best business plan award will be
selected from this round.

This round has 50 points.
Teams should also prepare the cost report and present it along with the original bill.
B.7. Brake and Acceleration Test:

Brake and acceleration test will be held simultaneously. Guidelines for this round are
Acceleration Test
The acceleration event evaluates the Vehicles acceleration in a straight line on the
flat pavement.
Procedure
The cars will accelerate from a standing start over a distance of 50 m on a flat surface.
The foremost part of the Vehicle will be staged at exactly behind the starting line. The
time taken to accelerate would be measured.
This distance of 50 m must be covered within 15 seconds of vehicle start from starting
line.
The vehicle will be positioned with its tip coincident with the starting line.
If a vehicle takes more than 15 seconds to cover the distance of 50 m, it will not be
allowed to take part in any other dynamic event.
Brake Test
All the Vehicles have to pass the brake test to participate in any of the dynamic events.
The Vehicle must stop in a straight line (7 m Maximum) after the brake is applied on
the Vehicle.
Each Vehicle will be given 2 attempts to pass the brake test.
But in case if the Vehicle passes the test in the first attempt it will not be given any
other trials. Brake Test does not have any points, but it is mandatory for the teams to
qualify this round to participate in the dynamic round.
This will test straight line braking capability of the vehicle.
In this test, at least two wheels must lock simultaneously. Teams unable to do so will
not be considered for further dynamic rounds of the event.
The vehicle should not yaw/drift more than 30 degrees, from the line of travel. Teams
unable to do so will not be considered for further dynamic rounds of the event.
On applying brakes, the vehicle should not come in contact with the ground at any point.
Teams unable to do so will not be considered for further dynamic rounds of the event.
The vehicles front end will be positioned at the start line.

Fig. 24. Track for Brake and Acceleration Test.
Scoring
The acceleration score is based upon the corrected elapsed time. Elapsed time will be
measured from the time the car crosses the starting line until it crosses the finish line.
Scoring formula:
Scoring formula: 150 [(T longest T yours)/ (T longest- T shortest)]
Penalty
Comes Down or Out: A two (2) second penalty will be added for each DOO (including
entry and exit gate cones) that occurred on that particular run to give the corrected
elapsed time.
Did Not Attempt (DNA): If the Vehicle did not attempt or if it does not complete the
event, then those teams would receive DNA.
B.8. Cross-Pad Round:

This round checks the maneuverability of vehicle, to measure the Vehicles cornering
ability on a flat surface while making a constant-radius turn and drivers skill.
It is a dynamic round. In this round, the vehicle should be driven through a track
specified by the organizers.
This round is intended to check the handling, cornering, acceleration and braking
abilities of the vehicles.
If the vehicle is unable to start, it will not be allowed to participate in these rounds.
The vehicle should reach the finish line within 100 sec. Teams with least time to reach
the finish line will get maximum points.
In this round teams can get maximum of 400 points. Scoring formula is given below.

Sports plastic cones will be placed at X marked position.
Teams which are unable to complete this round, DNF will be awarded to them.
In the case of vehicle topple/ mechanical failure/ fire, the concerned team will not be
allowed to participate in endurance.
If the vehicle hit the cone for 2 seconds will be added to time per hit. If the cone totally
displaces or fell down, 10 seconds will be added each time.
Fig. 25. Cross pad track
Scoring Formula:
2
= ( ) 400
2
Maximum of one attempt will be given to each team. Teams can choose any driver of
their choice.
B.9. Solar performance test:

For Adventure Class:
For this class, solar performance will be tested.
Only one attempt will be provided to the teams, for this round. The team can choose
any of the two drivers to attempt this round.
The teams must run their vehicles directly on solar power.
In this, the motor will run directly on the solar panel.

Teams have to drive their vehicle for 50m directly on solar power.
Those teams which will not be able to run their vehicle will be awarded zero points.
Teams will have a maximum time period of 3 minutes to start from the start line, after
confirmation from the marshal.
The vehicle should be fully loaded, i.e.; teams are not allowed to remove their
batteries for this round. However, the batteries and accumulator should be
disconnected from the tractive system.
Any kind of manipulation will lead to the elimination of that team from the event.

= {( ) 75} + 200


This class of vehicle will have solar and battery performance test simultaneously.
The teams will bring their batteries charged up to 20% during the event.
Then teams will be given a time period of 2 hours to charge their batteries using solar
panels.
Then teams will have to run their vehicle for 45 minutes.
Teams will not be allowed to change their driver during this stage.
Its lap based performance round, teams will not be allowed to change their batteries/
components.
If the vehicle fails or is not able to finish due to mechanical fault/ electrical fault then
the team will not be allowed for endurance round.
450
=
max
B.10. Hill Climb

In this test, the vehicle will be tested for its ability to transmit climbing force to the
ground.
If local terrain does not support a significant Hill Climb (a Traction Event
may be substituted, usually involving pulling an excess load).
This event tests the vehicles relative ability to climb an incline at 10 degrees from a
standing start and pull a designated object, e.g. eliminator skid, vehicle, or chain,
along with a flat surface.
The organizer will determine the hill height steepness and surface or object to be
pulled.
Each vehicle will have only one (1) attempt.
If a vehicle cannot complete the course and get a time, they will be given DNF.
Once the vehicle stops and is unable to move within 30 seconds then the attempt is
over. The vehicles will not be allowed to continue the attempt.

This round is for both classes and mandatory round for those going for endurance.

= ( ) 200

For Professional Class: All occupants including driver must be seated in the vehicle.
Fig. 26. Layout for Hill Climb Test.
B.11. Endurance round:
Endurance round is carefully designed to test the overall efficiency.

Solar panels, batteries, and motors are put to the vigorous test during this event.
The short technical inspection will be done to each vehicle before participating in the
endurance round.
Line-up of the vehicle during this event will be based on the acceleration round points.
Teams with maximum points will be lined up in the beginning.
For endurance round teams has to drive continuously for 1.5 hours using their solar
and battery power combined.
A total number of laps cover will be noted as LA.
In the case of breakdown of the vehicle, or in case any component or bodywork comes
out of the vehicle, that team will not be allowed to run further.
If the vehicle stops due to any kind of failure except that of break down/mechanical
then 5 min will be given to restarting the vehicle.
If the vehicle cannot restart in 5 minutes, the vehicle will not be allowed to run further
in this stage and number of laps covered will consider final.
If any team found, not following any judgment or ignoring judges command they will
be disqualified immediately.
During this stop, the only driver will be allowed to work on the vehicle if necessary.
If the vehicles halt because of low battery then they can move their vehicle to the side
of the road to charge the batteries only with solar energy. Batteries charging level
indicator should indicate low, otherwise it will be considered as a mechanical failure
then the rules in the article will be followed.
During charging no other team member except driver should be present near the
vehicle.

Teams are not allowed to change batteries during endurance.
For Adventure Class:

Teams must use the same driver as used for brake test and cross pad.
If teams want to change their driver, they must do it before endurance and organizing
committee must be informed regarding this.
Teams cannot change driver during endurance.
The driver should be in complete safety gears.

The vehicle will run with all its occupants including driver during endurance, i.e; if the
vehicle has the capability of seating 4 persons, then 4 persons including driver should
be there.
Each should be wearing complete safety gears same as driver.
Teams cannot change driver in between race, if found doing so they will be
disqualified.
Teams must mention their driver name before the endurance round.
Seat belts must be present on all seats. Seat belt specification should be as that
mentioned in the rulebook.
Note: Team must refer Drivers Handbook for flags and signals for endurance round.
B.12. Rules And Jurisdiction

Official Announcement:
All the official announcements and the information regarding the competition will be
displayed on the official websites of Imperial Society of Innovative Engineers.
Our official site is: (website link)
After completion of registration, important information will be sent via the emails to
the respective Team Manager.
The rules will be same throughout the event and any amendments done will be
informed immediately by all the participating team through mail/Facebook
group/page.
Rules authority:
All the authority of rules is under Organizing Committee of ESVC.
Official announcements from Organizing Committee will be considered part of rules
and have the same validity.
Query regarding event concerning the meaning or intent of these rules will be resolved
by the Participants Relations Manager of organizing a committee.

Rules authenticity:
The rules and other information related to events are valid to till completion of the
event and schedule as per decided by the ISIE. Rule of other may be different.
Rules compliance:
By entering through registration in this competition, the team members, team
advisors and other personnel of the entering organization agree to comply with and
be bound by, the rules and all rules interpretations or procedure issued or announced
by Organizing Committee of ESVC.
All team members, team advisors, and other representatives are required to
cooperate with, and follow all instructions from competition organizers, officials, and
judges.
Understanding the rules:

Teams, team members as individuals and team advisors are responsible for reading
and understanding the rules in effect for the competition in which they are
participating.
Participating in the competition:

Teams, team members as individuals, team advisors and other representatives of a
registered organization who are present on-site at a competition are considered to be
participating in the competition from the time they arrive at the site until they
depart the site at the conclusion of the competition or earlier by withdrawing.
The right to Impound:
During the event, any registered team can be called for technical inspection and
examination at any point of time and stage and can be questioned for any technical
element related to the Vehicle during the event to any team member.
Restriction of vehicle use:
Teams are cautioned that the vehicles designed by the team are restricted to operate
at the event place. It is to be operated at the time of competition only.
Behaviour:
All the members of each and every team must follow the rules laid by Organizing
Committee of ESVC, during the competition. Any members failure to follow the
rules will result in 20 % point reduction or elimination from the event. Arguments with
officials may also result in the team being eliminated from the event.
Smoking and Illegal Material: Alcohol, illegal drugs, weapons or other illegal material
are strictly not allowed on the event site during the competition. This rule will be in
effect during the entire competition.

Unsportsmanlike Conduct: In the event of unsportsmanlike conduct, the team will
receive a warning from an official. A second violation will result in the expulsion of the
team from the competition.
Official Instructions: 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.
Parties: Disruptive parties either on or off-site should be prevented by the Team
Advisor
Safety of tools: Teams will be responsible for all their tools, equipment and
Component. ISIE will not be responsible for any kind of losses or damage.
Violation Intent:
Any violation of this rule by a team member will cause the expulsion of the entire
team. This applies to both team members and team advisors. Any use of drugs, or the
use of alcohol by an underage individual, will be reported to the authorities for
prosecution.
Competition Objective A Reminder:
The ESVC event being organized by ISIE is a challenge of design engineering and
manufacturing competition that requires performance demonstration of Hybrid and
Electric Vehicles and is NOT a race. Engineering ethics will apply.
It is recognized that lots of hard work have been put in by the teams for an entry into
ESVC Event.
It is also recognized that this event is an innovation enhancement experience but
that it often times becomes confused with a high-stakes race. In the heat of
competition, emotions peak and disputes arise.
The officials of ISIE are trained volunteers and maximum effort will be put in to settle
the disputes an equitable, professional manner.
General Authority:
ISIE and the competition organizing bodies reserves the right to revise the schedule of
any competition and/or interpret or modify the competition rules at any time and in
any manner that is, in their sole judgment, required for the efficient operation of the
event or the ESVC series as a whole.

Part C
Drivers Handbook

1. Drivers Requirement:
Every team should have minimum two drivers.
1.1. Drivers License:

Team members who will drive a competition vehicle at any time during a competition
must hold a valid, the government issued driver's license.
1.2. Driver Restrictions:

Driver must be from the team. The professional driver from outside is not allowed to ride
the vehicle during the competition.
1.3. Medical Insurance:

Individual medical insurance coverage is required for both driver and is the sole
responsibility of the driver. A driver without a valid Medical Insurance will not be allowed
to drive in the Dynamic Events.
1.4. Age:
The minimum age required to be a driver in the competition is 18 years.
2. Drivers Equipment:
Drivers Safety Gear:
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 and no
vehicles 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 vehicle without the complete drivers safety gear
in any of the dynamic events.
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 such as SFI 3.2A/1 (or higher) / FIA Standard 1986.
Underclothing:
It is strongly recommended that all drivers Wear fire resistant underclothing SFI 3.2A/5 /
FIA standard 1986 or higher (long pants and long sleeve t -shirt) under their approved
driving suit. This fire resistant underclothing (SFI/ FIA rated) should be made from 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.
Helmet:
A well- fitting closed face helmet that meets one of the following certifications and is
labeled as such-Snell K2000, K2005, K2010, M2000, M2005, M2010, SFI 31.2A, SFI
31.1/2005-FIA 8860-2004, FIA 8860-2010. Open faced helmets are not allowed. All
helmets to be used in the competition must be presented during Technical Inspection
where approved helmets will be a sticker. The organizer reserves the right to impound all
non-approved helmets until the end of the competition.
Balaclava:
A balaclava which covers the drivers head, hair, and neck, made from an acceptable fire
resistant material (SFI 3.2A/5 / FIA standard 1986 or higher) as or a full helmet skirt of
acceptable fire resistant material. The balaclava requirement applies to drivers of either
gender, with any hair length.
Neck Support:
The neck support must be a full circle (360) and SFI rated. Horseshoe collars are not
allowed. Simpson, RCI, G-Force, Deist or Leaf Racing Products supply neck collars that
meet this requirement.
Gloves:
Fire resistant gloves made from made from acceptable fire resistant material (SFI/ FIA
rated) Gloves of all leather construction or fire resistant gloves constructed using leather
palms with no insulating fire resisting material underneath are not acceptable.
Shoes:
Fire resistant shoes made from acceptable fire resistant material shoes must be certified
to the standard and labeled as such: SFI 3.3/ FIA 8856-2000.
Note: Sports shoes/Canvas shoes/Leather shoes/Industrial safety shoes are not allowed at any
point of the event.
Shocks:
Fire resistant socks made from acceptable fire resistant material, which covers the bare
skin between the drivers suit and the boots or shoes.
3. Code of Conduct during the event:
When attending drivers meet or any other meeting/briefing session driver should be
there with complete safety gears, unless advised otherwise by organizing a committee
of ESVC.
Drivers suit and other safety gears should always be ready in the pit so that they can
change into their suits as soon as possible.
The driver should not drive the car during the event unless advised to do so.
If the team is found driving the vehicle unnecessarily without permission then the
team will be disqualified.

Before every event teams must inform the driver who will be driving the vehicle. Only
he will be allowed to drive for that event. However, if team decide to change the driver
then they must do it by consent of organizing a team of ESVC.
During endurance, change of driver is not permitted.
The driver should not consume any objectionable items (cigarette, alcohol, etc.,)
before entering for the event.
The driver should drive in a safe and professional way.
The vehicle should not touch each other, as this may result in
disqualification/penalizing of the team as per rule mentioned in the rulebook.
Overtaking must be done in a legal way, illegal overtake (details will be explained
before endurance event) may lead to penalty or disqualification of the team from
endurance.
While defending their position, it should be done in a professional way, the driver
should not block faster vehicles way intentionally. If found, they will be penalized
accordingly.
Drivers must follow and obey instructions of track marshals all the time. Marshals will
communicate with the driver through flag signals, they must obey those signals.
Each driver should be on call with team representatives, throughout the endurance.
This for the safety of the driver, so that in the case of medical emergency either
teammate or organizers can reach him/her.
Driver must use in the ear type of headphones only during the race, over the ear
headphones are strictly restricted.
In the case of mechanical failure/breakdown, the vehicle will not be allowed to
continue further. The team will be awarded DNF.
If any team hits other teams vehicle then the first team (which has caused the
accident) will be disqualified, and the other team (which is the victim) will be allowed
to run only after a complete check-up of components. In the case of breakdown due
to this accident, the first team will have to pay for the loss of that component.
4. Flags and signals:
Command Flags
BLACK FLAG - Pull into the penalty box for discussion with the Director of Operations
or another official concerning an incident. A time penalty may be assessed for such
incident.
BROWN FLAG - Pull into the penalty box for a mechanical inspection of your Vehicle,
something has been observed that needs closer inspection.
BLUE FLAG - Pull into the designated passing zone to be passed by a faster competitor
or competitors. Obey the course marshals hand or flag signals at the end of the
passing zone to merge into the competition.
CHECKER FLAG - Your segment has been completed. Exit the course at the first
opportunity after crossing the finish line.

GREEN FLAG - Your segment has started, enter the course under the direction of the
starter.
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 course marshals
directions.
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
course marshals.
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 course marshals.
Flag colour Meaning

Green Start / Everything is good.
Stop immediately and report
Red
to judges.
Checker Flag Finishing line.
Something happened ahead
Yellow Flag(steady)
to slow down the car.
Something happened ahead
Yellow flag (waving)
to prepare for a halt.
Informational Flags:
ORANGE FLAG - Something is on the racing surface that should not be there. Be
prepared for evasive maneuvers to avoid the situation. (Course marshals may be able
to point out what and where it is located, but do not expect it.)
WHITE FLAG - There is a slow moving Vehicle on the course that is much slower than
you are. Be prepared to approach it at a cautious rate.

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Part A: TECHNICAL RULES 1

Part B: FINAL EVENT 36

Part C: DRIVERS HANDBOOK 47

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Support and Appreciation:

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Fig.1. Adventure class vehicle.

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Fig.2. Professional Class vehicle

A.2. Design restrictions:

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A.2.1.1. Penalty on the extension in dimensions:

A.2.2. Ground Clearance:

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A.2.3. Weight Test:

A.2.4. Wheel and Tyre specification:

A.2.4.1. Wheel Specification:

The wheel diameter should be minimum of 10 inches or maximum of 12 inches.

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A.2.5. Wheel Positioning:

A.2.5.1. Wheel Base:

A.2.5.2. Track Width:

A.2.5.3. Wheel Pattern:

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A.2.6.1. Cross section:

A.2.6.2. Material Specification:

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A.2.6.3. Jack Point:

A.2.6.4. Hitch Point:

A.2.6.5. Push/pull Rod:

A.2.6.6. Roll Hoop:

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Fig.7. Distance between helmet and roll hoop.

A.2.6.7. Impact Bumper:

In case of using tubes

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In the case of using Impact Attenuator:

Solar Panel should not exceed bumper in any condition.

A.2.7. Drivers Compartment:

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The foot point of the occupant must be below H-point.

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Fig.10. The distance between h-point and head rest.

A.2.7.4. Seat Belt:

Fig.11. 5 point seat belt

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Fig.13. OEM seat belt.

A.2.7.5. Drivers Visibility:

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Fig.14. Drivers Visibility

A.2.8.1. Outer bodywork:

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Fig.15. Side vent for cooling.

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A.2.9. Vehicle Identification Number:

Locations: In three (3) locations: the front and both sides.