QBDC - Season 5-Rulebook

QUAD BIKE DESIGN CHALLENGE -2020
SEASON – 5
RULEBOOK VERSION – 5.1
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Fraternity of Mechanical and Automotive Engineers
Saferty Partner
SFI Foundation Inc.
Website: www.qbdc.co.in
Table of Contents
About Organizer ............................................................................................................................. 3

About “Quad Bike Design Challenge”- QBDC ............................................................................. 3
About Rulebook ............................................................................................................................. 4
Chapter 1 Registration Requirement and Eligibility .............................................................. 5
Registration Process ............................................................................................... 5
Team Registration and Requirement ...................................................................... 5
Chapter 2 General Rules, Acceptance and Organizer’s Authorities ...................................... 7
Chapter 3 Event Timeline .................................................................................................... 11
Chapter 4 Prize Categories ................................................................................................. 122
Chapter 5 QUAD Technical Regulation .............................................................................. 13
Chapter 6 Driver Safety Gear .............................................................................................. 20
Chapter 7 Reports and Document Submission .................................................................... 37
Important Definition ............................................................................................. 38
Guidelines for Design Report ............................................................................... 38
Chapter 8 Event Conduction ................................................................................................ 28
Static Bout ............................................................................................................ 28
Dynamic Bout ...................................................................................................... 30
Please read and follow the rulebook judiciously!!
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About Organizer
We are the Fraternity of Mechanical and Automotive Engineers. Our initiative is to enlighten each
and every one of you there with healthy knowledge of motorsport vehicle manufacturing and
fabrication. Fraternity of Mechanical and Automotive Engineers hereinafter may be referred as
FMAE.
We at FMAE have a bunch of highly qualified and experienced team who would guide you
throughout your path. All you need to do is join us. Now, let us warn you, the path towards glory
isn’t going to be an easy one. You will have your share of hurdles to dodge. We will be there for
you giving you all the important tips and tricks to get past each and every barrier that comes your
way. Okay now, why are we so confident in claiming such a strong support is because we have a
team, which is headed by 25 Technical Experts from reputed organizations/industries throughout
the country and around 10 educational experts. We are really proud of having such a veteran team
along with us. The organizing team of FMAE comprises of individuals with 2-3 years’ experience
in organizing design challenges throughout the nation. All of us will endeavour to provide you all
the assistance you want.
About “Quad Bike Design Challenge”- QBDC

Quad Bike Design Challenge, hereinafter may be referred to as QBDC, is student level off road
quad bike design challenge. QBDC is a design challenge where all the participating teams should
have high knowledge and exposure on designing and fabricating an ATV. We have a thick
technical team comprising of 25 technical experts from various reputed industries throughout the
nation. Both the educational experts and organizing committee ride on massive experience under
their belt. Designing an ATV is a very daunting task and you need a hand on experience to design
an ATV keeping in mind all the various factors that come under way in the dynamic behaviour
that vehicle manifests. Our technical team will make sure that all the teams running low on
experience get all the required assistance to give a tough competition to all other teams. This
project will last for 8-10 months and there will be no preliminary qualification round for this event.
Teams will start manufacturing their vehicle as soon as they are registered for the event. All the
participating teams have to submit the documents that would be asked for at a given time during
the entire course of the event.
This design challenge is a limited entry contest. Up to 50 teams will be allowed to take part in this
design challenge. All the other teams will be kept in wait list and if any of the registered team
backs off from the event, the wait listed teams will be given a confirmed slot for participating. The
wait listed teams will be given adequate time to complete all the formalities.
The Final Round will consist of some Static and Dynamic Rounds for Evaluation:
Static Activities: Technical Scrutiny of the Quad, Design Evaluation, CAE Report Evaluation and
Business and Marketing Plan etc.
Dynamic Activities: Brake Test, Acceleration, Maneuverability Test, Suspension, Traction, Hill
Climb, Endurance & Fuel Economy, etc.
Each team will go through tough technical scrutiny and will have to face tougher terrains to be the
champion.
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We look forward to seeing all the students of our country bloom with all their might in this sector.
About Rulebook
1. The Rulebook of Quad Bike Design Challenge, comprising of official rules of QBDC,
hereinafter referred to as QBDC Rulebook or Rulebook.
2. It is the responsibility of every participating team to get awareness and understanding of
rules incorporated herein this rulebook. In order to aid better understanding of frequently
misunderstood rules, descriptions are given below the particular rules. Either team captain
or team manager shall contact with either technical committee or organizer for clarification
on rules (if any).
3. Text set in italic indicates a note or explanation of the rule above it to aid its understanding.
4. In this document functions and roles are defined as follows:
4.1. Organizer: The specific FMAE team and Board members of Quad Bike Design
Challenge who organize the event and all personnel acting on its behalf.
4.2. Participant: All students who will be representing a college or institute and will be
competing in Quad Bike Design Challenge.
4.3. Team: Group of participants with a team name and one vehicle that has been
registered for participation in Quad Bike Design Challenge.
4.4. Team Captain: A participant that has been appointed on the event registration
document as a primary point of contact for his/her team towards the organizers.
4.5. Team Manager: A participant that has been appointed on the event registration
document as the secondary point of contact for his/her team towards the organizers.
4.6. Faculty Advisor: A professional staff member of the education institute which the
Team represents.
4.7. Race Director: Person appointed by the organizers, who is responsible to manage
and sanction all on track activities.
4.8. Track Marshall: A person appointed by the Race Director to act on his/her behalf,
in particular, to ensure on track safety and observe on track rule compliance
4.9. Technical Director: A person appointed by organizing committee, who is
responsible to ensure the technical standards and integrity of the Quad Bike Design
Challenge.
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Chapter 1 Registration Requirement and Eligibility
1. Registration Process
1.1. Registration for this event will be done through online registration process only.
The registration portal will be open 24 hours during the registration phase. Those
having problems in registering online shall get in touch with the organizing team
through email or telecom.
1.2. Representatives of the team must fill a form that is uploaded on the website for
getting themselves registered. Once the registration form is submitted, the team
shall make payment towards registration within 15 days of the date of registration.
The teams, which fail to make the payment within this stipulated time frame, will
be ruled out from the design challenge. The registered teams will get individual
team accounts. Teams have to upload the Payment slip for the verification process.
The transaction will be verified and confirmed by the organizing committee through
e-mail to the team captain and team manager.
1.3. Mode of Payment: The registered teams can pay the fees through both online
(account transfers) and offline (bank deposits) modes.
Note: Payment details will be communicated to the team captain and team manager after the
successful registration of their team.
2. Team Registration and Requirement
2.1. A team must have an official Team Name and Team Logo.
2.2. Maximum members: A team can have maximum 25 members.
2.3. Minimum members: Team must consist of minimum 12 members.
2.4. Extra Members: Each team can add extra members.
2.5. Registration amount for a team belonging to the Institution/University from India
is 37,249 INR only. (Including all charges)
2.6. Registration fee for a team belonging to the Institution/University from foreign is
600 USD only. (Including all charges)
2.7. Registration amount for each extra member will be 2,100 INR for Indian team &
40 USD only for foreign team. (inclusive of all charges).
2.8. Participating members of a team must belong to one college/institution. The
participating team members must be pursuing an engineering degree or engineering
diploma. 2019 pass out students are eligible to take part in this design challenge.
2.9. Minimum of 12 members must be present for the final event.
2.10. A team must designate one team captain, one team manager, three drivers and
minimum one and maximum two faculty advisors.
2.11. It is mandatory for them to include at least 5 members from 2nd or 3rd year or both.
2.12. The following information is required to be provided during the registration process
2.12.1. Team Captain’s Name and Contact information (Valid Email ID and
Phone Number).
2.12.2. Team Manager’s Name and Contact information (Valid Email ID and
Phone Number).
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2.12.3. Faculty Advisor’s Name and Contact information (Valid Official Email ID
and Phone Number).
3. Driver: Each team will be allowed to possess only 3 drivers. Not more than 3 drivers will be
entertained.
4. Driver Age: Drivers representing a team must be aged 18 years or more.
5. Driving License: The drivers must possess a valid 4-wheeler Driver’s License issued by State
Transport Authorities in India. Learner’s Driving License will not be entertained. If any driver
participating in the event arrives at the event venue with a Learner’s Driving License, the driver
will be ruled out. Drivers have to carry their original Driving License copy during the final
event.
6. Driver’s Medical Insurance: Drivers shall have a medical insurance, valid for 30 days post the
final event, which should also cover accidental claims.
7. Faculty Advisor: One participating team may assign 2 faculty advisors. The assigned faculty
advisor may give their respective team inputs on project management. Faculty advisors are not
allowed to directly involved in the manufacturing or fabrication process. It is not mandatory
for the faculty advisor to accompany their respective teams to the final round venue.
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Chapter 2 General Rules, Acceptance and Organizer’s
Authorities
1. The rules and regulations provided in QBDC Rulebook should be followed by every
participant. In case of failure, Team/Participant is liable to be penalized accordingly.
Fraternity of Mechanical and Automotive Engineers/ Quad Bike Design Challenge officials
reserves the right to debar the team at any stage and withdraw the award(s), if any secured by
the team/individual.
2. The validity of the Rules: The rules and regulations provided in the QBDC Rulebook will be
valid and remain same throughout the Design Challenge. Any amendments made in the QBDC
Rulebook to resolve any loopholes perceived or any alterations in the QBDC calendar will be
conveyed to the team account, through emails and news on the website and an updated QBDC
Rulebook will be uploaded on the website. It is the responsibility of the team captain/ team
manager to keep updated with the amendments made.
3. Rule Compliance: By registering for Quad Bike Design Challenge, the Team, members of the
team as individuals, faculty advisor and other personnel of the college/university (involved in
the project) shall agree to comply with, and abide by rules and all rule interpretations or
procedures issued or announced by FMAE. All the team members, faculty advisors and other
university representatives are required to cooperate with and follow all the instructions
provided/informed by the organizers, Judges and representative officials of FMAE/QBDC.
4. Right to Impound: Fraternity of Mechanical and Automotive Engineers (FMAE) or Quad Bike
Design Challenge officials reserve the right to impound any onsite registered vehicle at any
time during competition for the inspection and examination. If any team found to be assisted
by any professional directly or indirectly to complete the project, then the organizing
committee of QBDC or FMAE officials reserve right to impound the vehicle permanently and
will not be released to the team even after the event. In such case, no member of the team,
faculty advisor or management of the respective college reserves no right to request for
releasing the impounded vehicle even after the event.
5. Discrepancies towards QBDC
5.1. Team manager/Team captain (any one of them) is authorized to convey any kind of
discrepancies or arguments towards judgement or make a request during the final
round by filling the complaint/request form, which will be available with the event
manager.
5.2. Any discrepancies noted, shall be reported within 20 minutes after the completion
of the particular incident/event. The complaint lodged by the particular team
captain/manager must be valid and related to the respective team. In case of lodging
any invalid complaint, the team will be penalized.
5.3. It is the responsibility of the Team captain/ Team manager to notify the organizers
regarding any issue upon allotted score and it is to be notified within 24 hours from
the date of publication of score sheet.
6. The Decision given by the convener or nominated authority will be final and no further
arguments/ discussions will be entertained.
7. Intoxication and Illegal Material: Consumption of Alcohol and Illegal drugs or any mind
freaking substance, possessing weapons/illegal material are strictly prohibited on the event
site during the competition. This rule will be in effect during the entire competition. Any
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violation by any team member, faculty advisor and another representative will lead to the
expulsion of the entire team from the competition. Any kind of intoxication by any individual
will be informed to the concerned government authorities.
8. Track Access Conditions: No driver is authorized to drive the vehicle on the track until the
vehicle clears the technical inspection and brake test. Team members are permitted to
watch/observe the dynamic round from a specified location.
9. Resources Usage Terms: All the resources provided by FMAE or any associated organizations
at the event site are just for the onsite usage. All the resources are to be returned to FMAE or
any associated organizations in the same condition as issued by FMAE or any other
conditions. If any resource is damaged, then the team will be liable to pay the fine imposed
by the organizer accordingly.
10. Withdrawal Notification: Any team that withdraws their participation from the Quad Bike
Design Challenge shall send an official letter to the convener of Quad Bike Design Challenge.
The letter should be approved by faculty advisor and sealed by the college management. Upon
withdrawal from the event, any fee paid for the registration of the team, extra member
registration, etc., is nonrefundable.
11. Reports and Deadlines: Teams are required to submit the reports as per the respective terms.
Any team failing to meet the deadlines will be penalized accordingly.
11.1 Penalties: If any team participating in QBDC fails to submit the reports as per the
timeline mentioned in the rulebook, then the applicable penalty points will be
imposed as per the delayed time. The total penalty imposed upon the team will be
deducted from the total score secured by the team during the final event. The
penalties will be imposed as described below.
11.1.1. For every 24 hours delay in submission, 5-point penalty will be imposed
and once the penalty imposed for any particular submission reaches 30 points then
the team will not be eligible to participate in that particular activity during the final
round.
For example: If any team cannot submit the cost report within the deadline
mentioned in the rulebook, then 5-point penalty will be imposed for delay of every
24 hours. If submission cannot be done before imposing 30 points, then the team
will not be eligible to perform and compete for the cost report award in the final
round.
12. Replacement or changes in team members
12.1 Any registered team can replace the Team Captain, Team Manager, Drivers and
Faculty Advisor only once during the entire event tenure on/before the scheduled
date communicated through the event calendar. To process the changes in team, the
existing Designated member has to write a letter to the convener of QBDC by
mentioning details of the respective replacing member.
12.2 Every registered team can change/replace their team once before the final event as
per the schedule communicated in the event calendar.
13. It is indeed perceptual that photography, videography and audio recordings will be done
during the event. By entering the Quad Bike Design Challenge, the participant permanently
foregoes all the rights in respect of these photos, audio and video recordings, which are made
by third parties, the organizers and its affiliates. QBDC and FMAE may use photos, audio and
video material for internal and external communications and own presentation (including but
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not limited to promotions, advertising, internet presence, TV and radio reports and press
reports).
14. The organizers reserve the right to modify, postpone or cancel the competition or any
particular event of the competition for any reason including reasons of unavoidable
catastrophe due to, including but not limited to adverse or extreme weather conditions, the
occurrence of a natural disaster, acts of terrorism or safety concerns. No claim for
compensation will be accepted.
15. All the teams are liable to submit their members details before the final event for the
verification process which includes the complete details of the participant as asked by the
organizers and copy of valid college id card along with one national id proof. All the
participants are strictly advised to carry the college id card and the national id proof at the
final event site for the registration process, anyone who will not be carrying these documents
will not be allowed to enter the final event site.
16. Prize Money
16.1. Prize money to any winning team will be credited to the team bank account i;e bank
account on teams official name as per the documents submitted at the time of
registration, no prize money will be credited to any individual account in any case.
16.2. Prize money will be credited within three months of completion of the final event
into the winning team’s account. After completing the documentation and other
certifications for the teams and authorities involved.
17. Communication
17.1. All the official announcements and information will be conveyed through our
official website, Team account, Social media (official pages of QBDC on Instagram
and Facebook) and e-mails. It is the responsibility of the Team captain/ Team
manager to keep themselves and the team updates with the information that is
portrayed through e-mails, notifications on website and social media.
17.2. Below are the links of our official website and official social media pages.
Website: www.qbdc.co.in
e-mail Id: qbdc@fmae.in
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/QBDC/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/qbdc_fmae/
17.3. For any queries regarding the Design Challenge, e-mail has to be sent to
qbdc@fmae.in .All the queries will be replied within 24 hours. No Technical
queries will be answered through telephonic conversations. It is to be made sure
that all the important decisions or permissions that a team requests from the
organizing/technical committee must be communicated via. E-mails to ease for
future reference. The format of any mail sent to the Quad Bike Design Challenge
Authorities must be as follows;
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Subject: Team ID_Subject of the mail. (Ex. Q18010_Regarding cost submission)
*** Body of the mail ***
Regards
Name
Designation (Ex. Team Captain, Team Manager, Member. etc.)
Team ID
Team Name
Contact No.
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Chapter 3 Event Timeline
Sr. No. Dates

1 Event Launch 09th March, 2019
2 Rulebook Release 10th March, 2019
3 Registration Open 25th March, 2019
5 Member Registration 30th April, 2019
6 Official Workshop July, 2019
7 SES Submission 20th September, 2019
8 Calculation Report Submission 10th November 2019
9 Extra Member Registration 2nd November,2019
10 Business Plan Report Submission 5th December, 2019
11 Cost Report Submission 10th November, 2019
12 Final Team Editing Option 20th December, 2019
13 CAD Model Submission 28th December, 2019
14 Design Report, DVP, DFMEA, Gantt Chart Submission 2nd January, 2020
15 College Level TI 5th January, 2020
16 Testing Video Submission 10thJanuary, 2020
17 Final Round February, 2020
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Chapter 4 Prize Categories
Sr. Particulars Prizes

No.
1. Champion Overall Champion - 75,000 INR
2. Runner Up Runner Up - 35,000 INR
3. Endurance and Fuel Economy 1st Endurance - 20,000 INR
2nd Endurance – 10,000 INR
4. Maneuverability Test 1st Maneuverability – 10,000 INR
2nd Maneuverability – 5,000 INR
5. Suspension Test 1st Suspension- 15,000 INR
2nd Suspension – 5,000 INR
6. Hill Climb Test 1st Hill Climb – 10,000 INR
2nd Hill Climb – 5,000 INR
8. Acceleration Test 1st Acceleration -10,000 INR
2nd Acceleration Award
9. Design 1st Design – 10,000 INR
2nd Design Award
10. Safest Quad 1st Safest Quad Award
11. CAE Award 1ST CAE – 10,000 INR
2ND CAE Award
12 Aesthetic Award 1st Aesthetic Award
13. Cost Award 1st Cost Award
2nd Cost Award
14. B. Plan 1st B. Plan – 10,000 INR
2nd B. Plan – 5,000 INR
15. Traction Test 1st Traction - 10,000 INR
2nd Traction – 5,000 INR
16. Dirt X 1st DirtX -10000 INR
2nd DirtX – 5000 INR
Note: All the category winning teams will be facilitated with trophies and congratulatory letters.
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Chapter 5 QUAD Technical Regulation
1. Frame Requirement
1.1. The pipe used for the fabrication of chassis and its parts must be seamless. Seamed
tubes are strictly not allowed. Teams are free to choose the cross-sectional geometry
of the structured member of the frame.
1.2. The material should be certified from any of the material testing laboratories for its
chemical and mechanical properties, the same report must be presented at the time
of inspection.
1.3. Teams must also weld a tubular/rectangular sample of length 1 inch to inspect the
wall thickness and other required terms.
1.4. Weld Confirmation test: Every team must submit two weld sample, which must be
presented during the Technical Inspection.
1.4.1. SAMPLE 1: The tube must be welded at 900 to each other. The length of
the tube must be at least 15 cm.
1.4.1.1. Destructive Testing: The sample must be subjected to
destructive testing causing the joint to fail to which indicates
superior weld strength with respect to the base material.
1.4.2. SAMPLE 2: The tube must be welded at 300 to the base metal, the length
of the tube must be at least 15cm from the centre of the weld joint.
1.4.2.1. Destructive Testing: The sample should be sectioned along the
length of the tube to reveal adequate and uniform weld
penetration.
1.5. Follow the below-given table for minimum cross-sectional dimensions to be used
for different parts of chassis and its components.
Outside Diameter X Wall Outside Diameter X Wall Outside Dimension X Wall

Thickness Thickness Thickness
25.4 mm X 2.4 mm 25.4 mm X 1.65 mm 25.4 mm X 2.4 mm
Seamless Seamless Seamless
Front and Rear Suspension Main Frame and its Structure. Engine Compartment and
Control Arms different accessories
mounting.
1.6. SES Sheet Submission: If any team is diverting from the Baseline material which
is mentioned in the above table in terms of dimensional constraint, has to submit
the Structural Equivalency Sheet (SES).
1.6.1. The Guidelines of submission and the Format of SES will be shared with all
the teams in advance to the date of submission.
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2. Frame Structural Rules - Objective
2.1.The Purpose of the roll cage is to maintain a minimum space for the driver. The Frame
must be designed and fabricated to prevent any failure of the frame integrity during
normal operation or during a collision.
2.1.Frame Structure
The following section will outline all the rules of physical members and the joining
methods.
a. Frame Member requirement
The Roll cage member must be made of steel tube, and may be straight and bent.
Straight member may not extend longer that 1016mm (40in) and the bend angle must
not be more that 30deg. The frame must be made up of seamless tube.
b. The Frame Structure is divided into two major groups: Primary Structure and
Secondary Structures.
a. Primary Structure is consisting of all the members which is likely to take the
first impact in case of accident or roll over.
b. Secondary Members are consisting of all the trusses and supporting members.
2.2.Primary Structure
2.3.Primary Structure is classified into three major parts
2.3.1. Upper Front Side Hoop
2.3.2. Lower Base Hoop
2.3.3. Rear Side Supports
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2.4.Upper Front Side Hoop
The Upper Front side hoop must be a continues member.
Upper Front side hoop member is again divided into two parts:
2.4.1. Upper Front Left Side Hoop
The UFLSH member must be a continuous tube extending from point A
to Point D passing through B and C.
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2.4.2. Upper Front Right-Side Hoop
The UFRSH member must also be a continuous tube extending from point
E to point H passing through F and G
2.5.Lower Base Hoop

Similarly, like UFSH the Lower Base hoop must also be a continuous member on both
the side. Lower Base hoop is again divided into two parts:
2.5.1. Lower Base Left Side Member
The lower Base Left Side Member (LBLSM) must be a continuous
member extending from point I to point D.
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2.5.2. Lowe Base Right Side Member
The lower Base Right-Side Member (LBRSM) must be a continuous member
extending from point J to point H.
2.6.Rear Side Support

Similarly, like UFSH the Right-Side Support must also be a continuous member on both
the side. Rear Side Support is again divided into two parts:
2.6.1. Rear Left Side Support
The RLSS must a continuous member extending from point A to point I
passing through point K.
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2.6.2. Rear Right Side Support
The RRSS must a continuous member extending from point E to point J
passing through point L.
2.7.Secondary Structure
Suspension Pick point Support and Structure
i. Suspension Pick point support and Structure is consisting of two members:

i. Suspension Pick point Members
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The SPPM must be made up of continuous members and can be straight /
tilted/Bent member.
ii. Suspension Pick point Support Members
The SPPSM must also be a continuous member. The SPPSM can be a
straight member or Bent member. If in case the SPPS is a bent member
the support SPPM must be connected to SPPS directly at its bent.
2.8.Clearance Between UFSH and LBS to the Engine
The Upper Engine Clearance will be measured from the topmost of the engine to the
closest surface of the tube and the lower clearance will be measured from the lowest
edge of the engine to the uppermost surface of the tube.
The Upper Clearance must lie between 0-4 inch and Lower Clearance must lie
between 0-1 Inc.
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2.9.Engine Mounting
The Engine must be mounted with all its mounting points. Minimum number of
mounting points must be three.
3. The vehicle must have four wheels and it should not be in straight line in the longitudinal
direction.
4. Maximum Vehicle Dimension
4.1. Maximum Width: 60 inches
Maximum width will be measured from end to end of the quad.
4.2. Maximum Length: 70 inches
Maximum length will be measured from end to end.
Note: Quad’s exceeding this limit will not be allowed to participate and will be disqualified.
5. Wheel Base and Track Width
5.1. Wheel base of the vehicle must be at least 42 inches.
5.2. Track width: The vehicle can have different as well as same rare and front track
width, but in both cases, the smaller track width must be 85 % of the wheelbase.
6. Ground Clearance
6.1. Teams are advised to keep adequate ground clearance keeping in mind the off-road
terrain they have to encounter in final Round.
6.2. Minimum Ground Clearance must be 10 in.
6.3. The Ground Clearance will be measured with the driver on board. It will be
measured from the lowest part of Atv to the ground.
7. Maximum Speed: The top speed of the vehicle must be restricted to 80 km/hr and must not
exceed this during any dynamic tests.
Note: The speed of the vehicle will be evaluated using the electric meters. The quad’s speed
will be in continuous observation of the organizing team, quads exceeding this limit will be
directly called out from the event.
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8. Fuel Tank: Fuel tank must be placed right above the engine with proper shielding and rigid
support.
8.1. Capacity: The capacity of the tank can be maximum of 15 litres.
Note: Keep in mind the need of the fuel capacity during the final round for each event, this
may help you in decreasing the mass of the vehicle and will also let you make a compact
design.
9. Coolant Tank: Coolant tank or reservoir must be kept with adequate clearance from radiator
and engine.
10. Fuel Drain Valve: Fuel tank must have proper drain valve system to drain out the fuel after
endurance for fuel economy evaluation.
Note: It is the team’s responsibility to make proper arrangements for fuel ventilation and also
to cooperate with the fuel economy in charge.
11. Spill Over Tank: Catch Can must be installed in the vehicle to collect the spilled over fuel and
leaked fuel. Collected Fuel must be directed towards ground using OEM Fuel pipes. Fuel pipes
must be properly directed along with the structural member to the ground.
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12. Kill Switch: The vehicle must be equipped with at least two kill switches. The kill switch must
kill all the electrical connection including engine ignition. First Kill switch must be rigidly
placed on the steering handlebar where the driver can easily operate it and second must be
installed on the right side of the quad near about Driver Seat. The kill switch must not cut off
the brake light, reverse light of the vehicle.
12.1. Only Push to kill switch is allowed. Please refer the below figure.
12.2. It shall be in red colour and shall be easy to access by the driver as well as any third
person approaching the Quad.
Kill Switches must be as specified below

(A) 01-171 Ski-Doo kill switch available at
http://www.mfgsupply.com/m/c/01-171.html?id=UxSI4Vzn
(B) Aftermarket WPS#27-0152 or 27-0124
http://www.parkeryamaha.com/index.asp?PageAction=PRODSEARCH&txtSearch=27-
0152&Page=1
Only Push to Kill and rotatory Pull switch is allowed.
13. Kill Switch Positioning:

13.1. Front Kill Switch: The Front Kill switch must be mounted in between the steering
handle.
13.1.1. The Kill switch must be rigidly fixed and must be operational in all
cases. Refer the below picture for more clarification.
13.2. Rear Kill Switch Mounting: The Rear Kill switch must be mounted on the right
side of the rear mud guard. Refer the below figure for more clarification.
13.2.1. The rear mud guard must be rigidly mounted such that the kill
switch is operational efficiently.
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14. Quads Throttle: Two-Wheeler Bike throttle is strictly prohibited. The vehicle shall be equipped
with proper ATV thumb throttle. Teams can also design and fabricate their own throttle and
can also use OEM’s.
14.1. Throttle lever shall give a full return when no force in acting on it.
14.2. It must be ergonomically good in operating and must be safe.
14.3. Must be tuned according to quad’s speed.
15. Tires: Teams are free to use any types of the tires which are compatible for their quad’s. Teams
are advised to keep adequate ply rating and also suggested to pay heed and research on tire
pattern selection for both front the rear tires.
16. Gear Shifter: The gear shifter shall be on the left side of the vehicle and shall be operated by
foot. It shall be designed and manufactured according to OEM Placement.
16.1. The Gear shifter can be the double shift or single shift, if it is a single shift
that a minimum of 3 in clearance shall be provided from the base of the foot
protector.
17. Mud Guards: The vehicle shall be equipped with the Mud guards made up of appropriate
material both on front and rear of the quad wheels. Mud guard must be mounted rigidly.
Note: Teams are advised to mount the mud guards high above the tire which does not restrict
the motion of the wheel during bump and rebound. Please refer the below figure. The Front
and Rear Mudguards are painted in orange colour for better observation.
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There must be the clearance of at least 3 in when the wheels are travelling up and down. The
mud guard must not be touching the wheels in any time during the static as well as dynamic
conditions.
18. Lock Nuts: Lock nuts shall be used everywhere in the vehicle. No vehicle will be allowed
without Lock Nuts.
18.1. There shall be proper Lock Wheel Nuts and also the Centre Check nut with Clip is
mandatory for qualifying technical inspection.
Note: Teams are advised to use Nylon Lock Nuts in every part of the vehicle.
19. Fire Extinguisher: Each team must have at least two numbers of 02 kg fire extinguisher. One
of them must be installed in the vehicle under the seating position and one must be kept with
the team member who must always walk with the vehicle during the entire dynamic event. It
must also maintain a distance of minimum 50 mm from the exhaust of the vehicle.
Note: The fire extinguisher must be rigidly mounted and should not come out automatically
during any dynamic activity.
Note: Only Water and Foam Type Fire Extinguisher is not allowed. The Selected fire
extinguisher must be effective on A, B and C class of Fire.
20. Fire Extinguisher Mounting:

The Fire Extinguisher shall be positioned on the right side of the driver, within the cockpit.
The Fire Extinguisher shall be easily accessible by track workers. All the teams must use Drake
Mounting for the Fire Extinguisher.
The Pull knobs of the required bracket shall be easily actuated. To facilitate this, a minimum
radial clearance around the pull knob of 64mm is required.
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21. Fire Extinguisher Placing: The Fire extinguisher must be mounted in some easily reachable
places in the Quad. It must also be away from the engine and Exhaust.
22. Foot Step: There shall be a foot step on both sides of the quad. The foot step shall be designed
and manufactured in envelope of dimension:
22.1. Length: 20 inches
22.2. Width: 9 inches
23. Foot Rest: The Foot rest of the quad must be rigid enough to take the load of the driver in all
dynamic conditions. The Foot rest dimensions must be designed in consideration with the
values given in 18.1 and 18.2. Refer the below picture for more clarification.
24. Foot Rest Padding: The Foot rest must be padded with Nylon padding. Please refer to the below
figure properly.
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25. Foot Protector: There shall be a Foot Protector to save drivers foot from getting in contact with
the front tires when steered to extreme limits.
25.1. There must be a minimum of 8inch clearance between foot protector and front tires.
25.2. The Foot protector must be made of metal tube. The front fender will not be treated
as the Foot Protector.
26. The Point: There shall be one toe point in the front and one at the rear of the quad. The toe
point shall be painted with the orange colour for better visibility. Please refer the below figure
for Toe point design. The inner diameter of the hole in Toe point must be 1inches.
27. Rear View Mirrors: Quad shall be equipped with the rear-view mirrors both sides of the
vehicle.
27.1. Mirror shall be installed at the proper location. Rearview mirrors are mandatory to
qualify the technical inspection and participate further in dynamic activity.
27.2. Mirror must be threaded into the mounting. Welding the mirror directly on the
mounting is not allowed.
27.3. The Mirrors must be installed rigidly. Loose Mounting is not allowed.
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28. Horn, Indicator and other accessories: These are strictly prohibited from the event.
29. Electrical Harness: All the electrical harness shall be insulated and installed properly. All
wirings shall be routed through fire resistant, abrasion resistant.
30. Engine and Transmission
30.1. Teams can use any 4-stroke engine with maximum 250 CC.
30.2. Spare Parts
30.2.1. All the teams must use original spare parts for any replacement.
30.2.2. Piston Rings
30.2.2.1. Only the standard size piston rings must be used. Any modification
in the engine is not allowed.
30.2.3. No energy storage device should be used for vehicle propulsion.
31. Engine Shielding and Finger Guard
31.1. The Engine must be shielded from both from right and left side. The Shielding must
also act as the Finger guard. Each hole in the scatter shield must not be more than
1cm in dia. Refer the below picture for more understanding.
32. Electronic Start:

32.1. Vehicle must have an electronic start. Starting by foot or kick start is not allowed.
33. Chain Cover: There should be a proper chain cover on chain and sprocket drive. C
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34. Braking System:
34.1. The vehicle must be equipped with a hydraulic braking system that acts on all four
wheels.
34.2. It must have two independent circuits with the independent actuating mechanism,
master cylinder and reservoir. Brake fluid transmission system and actuating
mechanism shall be OEM manufactured chosen according to design.
34.2.1. One Actuation must be given on the Foot. Refer the picture given below.
34.2.2. Another one must be given on Right Hand. Refer the picture given below.
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34.3. Electronic braking and brake by wire (mechanical conventional brakes) is strictly
prohibited.
34.4. Flexible brake lining shall be protected with metallic shielding to avoid damage
during dynamic activities.
34.5. Bleeding ports for the disc caliper shall be on the upper side than the supply/feed
port. Refer the below figure for more understanding.
34.6. Brake fluid supply line routing shall be done along the structural member of the
vehicle frame. It is mandatory to use OEM brake linings. Plastic brake linings are
strictly prohibited.
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34.7. Brake Reservoir: Team shall have proper mounted Brake Reservoir.
34.8. Brake Light: Brake light mounting must be done on the brake light mounting brace
at the rear of the Quads. The brake light must be at least 3” X 2” (LXB). If LED
Brake light is used, it must be clearly visible in very bright sunlight.
34.9. Refer the image for Brake Light Mounting.
34.10. Brake light must be functional by both hand leaver and foot pedal.
34.11. Brake light must be Red in colour. Brake light must continuously glow once the
pedal is pushed to apply brake.
34.12. Brake pedal Over Travel switch: All the vehicles must have a properly mounted
brake over travel switch. The switch must not be operational in normal braking
conditions; it must act in case of brake failure or the ever travel of the brake pedal.
When the brake pedal travels higher stroke on account of brake failure this switch
must be functional in the killing of the engine ignition.
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34.13. Hydraulic pressure switch and Electronic switch can be used as brake over travel
switch. It must be mounted rigidly to perform the required function.
35. Steering System

35.1. Steering must be able to control at least two wheels simultaneously. Steering
Actuating mechanism shall be in form of handle bar only. Steering wheel or any
profile other than handle bar not to be used. Only the trapezoidal linkage
mechanism is allowed. Rack and Pinion and other steering mechanism are strictly
prohibited.
35.2. Maximum 7-degree play is allowed on the steering handle. The steering handle
should have min 3 in clearance from the fuel tank and also from driver’s torso on
maximum steering positions.
35.3. Steering handle bar: It must be rigidly connected to the steering column with proper
Nut and Bolts. Handle bar must not be welded on the steering column.
35.4. The Steering handlebar must not have any open ends; the open end must be closed
using a proper bushing and it should also be filleted well using good engineering
practice.
35.5. The diameter of steering handle bar must be at least 22 mm.
35.6. There must be at least 3-inch clearance of steering handle bar from any part of the
quad or drivers’ body when steered at extreme limits in both the directions.
35.7. Steering Stops
35.7.1. The steering stops must be provided to the vehicle. The stops can be
provided either on handle or on chassis.
35.7.2. Th steering stops must be welded properly.
36. Suspension System
36.1. The vehicle must be equipped with proper functioning suspension system with a
shock absorber in front and rear of the vehicle.
36.2. Suspension system must be able to provide at least 2-inch travel and Re-bounce.
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37. Fasteners
37.1. Fasteners in the vehicle must meet the following requirements:
37.1.1. Captive Fasteners
37.1.1.1. Fasteners shall be made captive by the use of the following:
37.1.1.1.1. Nylon Locknuts
37.1.1.1.2. Cotter Pins
37.1.1.1.3. Safety wire
Note: Lock washer and/or thread sealants do not satisfy the requirements of this rule.
37.2. Thread Projection
37.2.1. To provide for proper thread engagement in the lock nut, thread
threaded fasteners shall have at least two threads projecting past the
end of the nut.
37.3. Grade
37.3.1. Threaded fasteners shall meet or exceed one or more of the following
strength grades:
37.3.1.1. SAE grade 5
37.3.1.2. Metric Grade 8.8
37.3.1.3. AN/MS Specification
Fasteners, acceptable markings
38. Electrical System
A minimum electrical system comprising of at least two engine kill switches, a brake light,
brake switch, battery and associated wiring is required. The vehicle electrical system shall
be designed and constructed in accordance with good engineering and electrical practices.
Brake light, reverse light (if any) shall operates regardless of Kill switch settings. Brake
light shall be powered and functional at all times.
38.1. Brake Light: Brake light mounting must be done on the brake light mounting brace
at the rear of the Quads. The brake light must be at least 3” X 2” (LXB). If LED
Brake light is used, it must be clearly visible in very bright sunlight.
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38.2. Refer the image for Brake Light Mounting.
38.3. Brake light must be functional by both hand leaver and foot pedal.
38.4. Brake light must be Red in colour. Brake light must continuously glow once the
pedal is pushed.
38.5. Brake paddle Over Travel switch: All the vehicles must have a properly mounted
brake over travel switch. The switch must not be operational in normal braking
conditions; it must act in case of brake failure or the ever travel of the brake pedal.
When the brake pedal travels higher stroke on account of brake failure this switch
must be functional in the killing of the engine ignition.
38.6. Hydraulic pressure switch and Electronic switch can be used as brake over travel
switch. It must be mounted rigidly to perform the required function.
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38.7. Batteries
38.7.1. Mounting
All batteries shall be mounted with sound engineering practices and
not come loose during normal operation, a collision or rollover.
Battery terminals shall be insulated and protected against an
electrical short.
38.7.2. Shield Batteries
All batteries must be factory sealed and maintenance free. Batteries
shall be incapable of being opened or serviced and not leak in the
event of a collision or rollover.
38.8. Wiring and Connectors

38.8.1. All vehicles wiring and connectors shall be cleanly and neatly
installed. Wiring shall be routed away from sources of excessive
heat, abrasion, chafing and possible short circuit. Wiring shall be
installed and routed such that it does not become a hazard to cockpit
egress.
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Chapter 6 Driver Safety Gear
1. Driver Safety Gear - The following are the minimum mandatory requirements and
restrictions that will be enforced through technical inspection at any stage of the
competition. Noncompliance perceived by the technical/organizing/judging committee
members shall be rectified by the team and no vehicles without passing the technical
inspection would be allowed to participate further in the Design Challenge. All the parts of
Driver’s Safety Gear must meet the required ratings (specified). No driver would be
allowed to drive the vehicle without the complete driver’s safety gear in any of the dynamic
activity. The complete driver’s gear of QUAD BIKE DESIGN CHALLENGE will consist
of the following items:
1.1. Helmet- A well-fitting open face off road helmet that meets one of the following
certifications and is labelled as such
- Snell K2000, K2005, K2010, M2000, M2005, M2010, SA2000, SA2005, SA2010
- SFI 31.2A, SFI 31.1/2005
- FIA 8860-2004, FIA 8860-2010
The driver has to wear off road goggles as protective eye gear. All helmets to be
used in the competition must be presented during Technical Inspection where
approved helmets will be stickered. The organizer reserves the right to impound all
non-approved helmets until the end of the competition.
Close Face Helmet

is not allowed.
1.2. 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.
The SFI label is proof to consumers that they
are purchasing a quality-assured product that
has been tested in a continuing effort to
improve motorsports safety.
1.3. Chest and Back Armor- Every team must have proper fitting chest and back support.
The chest support must cover the ribs of the driver’s chest. Chest support must be
separate with kidney support, Chest support with attached kidney support is not
allowed.
Note - Back Armor must also cover the back of the driver completely.
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1.4. Shoulder Armor- Every team must have shoulder armour protection on both
shoulders.
Shoulder Armor
1.5. Leg Protection- Leg protection means the overall leg protection including knees and
a lower portion. Only Knee guards are not allowed.
Knee Protection
Low leg Protection
1.6. Elbow and Forearm Protection- Elbow and Forearm protection is also mandatory.
1.7. Gloves with Wrist protection- Every team must have proper leather gloves with
wrist protection.
1.8. Boots- A full sized rider’s boots are mandatory to clear technical inspection. Please
follow the below figure for reference.
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1.9. Underclothing’s/inner-wears- Every Driver must wear full sleeves under clothing
covering from neck to wrist and from waist to ankle. Underclothing must be Fire
Resistant.
NOTE:
It is strictly advised to all the participating teams to come to the final round event
venue with complete safety gear. It is beyond the bounds of possibility by any means
that a team would be entertained to compete with others without proper safety gear.
1.10. Hydration Pack – All the teams must have the hydration pack. The hydration pack
must be mounted on drivers back during Endurance.
1.10.1. Hydration pack must be fully operational and effective.
1.10.2. This will be also verified during the Technical Inspection.
1.11. Kidney Belt - All the teams must have Kidney Belts.
Figure 1
Note: Figure 1 shows the right kind of Kidney Belt. All the teams must have similar kind of Belt.
This type of Kidney belt is not allowed
Figure 2
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Chapter 7 Reports and Document Submission
1. All the Teams must submit few important documents before coming for the event. The
deadlines for submission will be updated on QBDC Official Website.
2. Important Definition
2.1. Sales Report & Presentation - Teams are expected to prepare a complete Sales
report and Presentation by understanding the sector and industry they are working
for in the event. Every team has to do the complete market survey of the same
segment and prepare the strategies to target the customers. Team has to prepare a
presentation, which has to be presented during the final round. Team has to
convince the judges with their Sales Presentation.
2.2. Design Report- The design report must contain all the necessary details related to
the vehicle like analysis, calculations, etc. This report must not exceed 20 pages
(including acknowledgement, abstract, introduction, references) and it is
recommended to provide at least three different views of a vehicle drawing with
proper dimensions. IEEE format must be followed in the design report.
2.3. Cost Report- The format of the cost report will shared through email. The cost report
must include all the calculations and cost of the parts procured and also its
machining cost as per market rates. No need of accounting vat and other taxes in
the cost report. Cost without vat is expected in the report.
2.4. FMEA- Failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA) is a self-evaluating approach
for identifying all possible failures in a design, a manufacturing or assembly
process, or a product or service. “Failure Modes” depict the reasons for failure.
Failures are any errors or defects in a product, especially the ones that affect the
customer and can be potentially vulnerable for degrading the standard. “Effects
analysis” refers to studying the consequences of those failures.
2.5. Design Validation Plan- The design validation plan is the assurance that a product,
service, or system meets the needs of the customer and other identified stakeholders.
It often involves acceptance and sustainability with external factors. All the virtual
and real time tests and analysis are to be included in the design validation plan.
2.6. Gantt Chart- Gantt Charts illustrate the start and finish dates of the terminal
elements and summary elements of a project. Terminal elements and summary
elements comprise the work breakdown structure of the project. This chart is
basically the management of the project and distribution of different tasks amongst
the team members with effective completion within the deadlines.
3. Guidelines for Design Report
3.1. The format of Design Report: Design Report will range to maximum 20 pages
(including cover pages, pictures, charts etc.). This should be a single file of
maximum file size 10 MB in Portable Document Format (.pdf) only. In no case,
any other files like videos are acceptable along with the design report.
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There are total 16 pages excluding cover page to describe whole design report and
remaining 3 pages are given for images (i.e. images of CAD model, subsystems,
drivetrain, FEA/simulation, sketches of vehicle etc.). Teams should use Times New
Roman font style with font size 11 and line spacing 1.15 on all A4 pages. Only
white background (no image/ watermark etc.) is allowed in the design report.
3.1.1. Cover page: Teams should give their proper details including their team
name, team ID and College name. Team/college logo can be displayed.
3.1.2. Report Details: Design report should be a complete document describing
full details of the complete project. This document should include following
points in the following order only. (Maximum 16 pages)
3.1.3. Abstract: Teams are advised to provide the summary of their project
mentioning all highlights including the introduction of their vehicle, targets,
methodology, various approaches adopted in the whole project. (not more
than half a page)
3.1.4. Technical Specifications of Vehicle: This will include all features and
technical details of the vehicle and all subsystems.
3.1.5. Performance Targets
3.1.6. Design, Calculations and selection of following (clearly stating the selected
option out of various alternatives taken into consideration)
3.1.7. Frame configuration, design and material
3.1.8. Drivetrain (including motor and speed control arrangements)
3.1.9. Steering, Suspension and Brakes
3.1.10. Wheels and Tires.
3.1.11. Seats and Seating arrangement
3.1.12. Safety measures.
3.1.13. Ergonomics
3.1.14. Design differences from previous year implemented on vehicle (if
applicable)
3.1.15. Resources utilized: Brief description of resources utilized to carry out the
whole project including CAD/CAE packages, fabrication facilities etc.
3.1.16. References and acknowledgements
3.1.17. Team Structure: It should include the name of team members and faculty
advisor along with their roles and responsibilities in the team.
3.1.18. Pictorial Presentation: Teams can provide the pictorial illustrations of their
vehicle up to a maximum of 3 separate pages at the end of the report.
However, pictures (CAD Model) can also be included within the report
details (as specified in section 2 of this format) but this doesn’t allow anyone
to exceed the specified number of pages for Report Details. These
illustrations can include following:
3.1.18.1. CAD model images of the complete vehicle- maximum 4 No.
(Isometric + 3 other views).
3.1.18.2. Image of any prototype- maximum 1 No.
3.1.18.3. Frame (actual and CAD model).
3.1.18.4. Details of Drivetrain (actual and CAD model).
3.1.18.5. Other subsystems.
3.1.18.6. FEA and other software simulations.
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3.1.18.7. Validation and Testing of the vehicle.
3.1.18.8. Logos of team sponsors.
3.2. The annexures for Cost Report, DFMEA, DVP and Gantt Chart will be uploaded
on the website. Teams are advised to download it from there. The sample format
will also be available in Team portal.
3.3. DVP, DFMEA and Gantt Chart must be submitted with Design Report.
4. CAD MODEL SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
4.1. Every team must submit the completely developed CAD Model of the vehicle in
IGES Format.
4.2. Line diagram of the vehicle must also be submitted.
4.3. Teams must send the attachment of images representing the vehicle.
4.4. Images must include:
4.5. Front View
4.6. Right Side View
4.7. Left Side View
4.8. Rear-View
4.9. Top View
4.10. Isometric View
4.11. High-Resolution images must be uploaded.
4.12. The file must be named in the format given below:
<Team ID><Team Name><CAD MODEL SUBMISSION>.
4.13. The deadline for Submission will be uploaded to www.qbdc.co.in and will also be
communicated through email.
5. TESTING REPORT AND VIDEO SUBMISSION: Testing Report and Video Submission
Guidelines
5.1. Driver must possess and wear full safety gear as stated in Rulebook.
5.2. No one is allowed to wander near the vehicle during testing.
5.3. Testing must not be done in any public area and it must not cause any injury/harm
to anyone. If any team is found guilty of testing their vehicle at dynamic stages in
a public area, they will be prone to strict punishable action.
5.4. One team member must always hold a fire extinguisher in his hand and should
always maintain the shortest and safest possible distance from the vehicle. Vehicles
tested without Fire extinguisher and proper safety gear will not be accepted.
Running with a Fire Extinguisher on hand from the front or rear end of the vehicle
is strictly not recommended.
5.5. Video must cover all the tests with different camera angles as given below in
instructions.
5.6. No need of professional video making, you can just manage to keep it clear and
visible. The sole purpose of the technical committee is to ensure that the standards
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which need to be maintained are scrutinized before the vehicle comes to the final
venue.
5.7. The video must display the name of the team, Team ID and College name.
5.8. The report format and video making must comply with the instructions provided by
the organizer. No other format will be accepted.
5.9. Name of the video and report must be in below format:
<QBDC><TEAM NAME><TEAM ID>
5.10. The Report must be submitted to qbdc@fmae.in
5.11. Team must also provide the recorded data of testing, using the sample report
provided by the organizers.
5.12. Submitting the Testing Report and Video submission is mandatory to participate in
the final round. Teams failing to submit the report on time will be directly
disqualified from the event.
5.13. Teams failing to submit the testing report will be directly disqualified from the
event and will not be allowed to participate in the Final Round.
6. CALCULATION REPORT SUBMSSION: Calculation Report Submission (Guidelines)

6.1. This report will include all the calculations done manually or by using software.
6.2. The detailed calculation of different subcomponents:
6.3. Engine and Transmission
6.4. Suspension (if used)
6.5. Brake System
6.6. Steering System
6.7. Frame
6.8. Ergonomics and etc.
6.9. All hand on calculation and images must be copied to this Report.
6.10. The organizers will study the report and suggest required/possible amendments
before the teams initiate the manufacturing process
6.11. The report must be submitted to official email IDqbdc@fmae.in on/within the
deadline provided on www.qbdc.in .
6.12. The File must be name in below format only:
<Team Id><Team Name><Calculation Report>
7. COLLEGE LEVEL TECHNICAL INSPECTION: College Level Technical Inspection
(Guidelines)
7.1. The college level technical inspection is an initiative by the parent organization
FMAE to bring the self-vehicle inspection capability in students with the reference
of Technical Inspection Sheet provided by the organizers.
7.2. The College Level Technical Inspection will be done by the participating teams in
presence of their Faculty Advisor. Every Team has to fill the sheet as per the
guidelines provided.
7.3. The Completely filled College Level Inspection Sheet must be submitted to
qbdc@fmae.in by the deadline provided on www.qbdc.co.in.
7.4. The Sheet must be named in below format only:
<Team Id><Team Name><College Level Inspection Sheet>
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8. COST REPORT SUBMISSION: Cost Report Submission (Guidelines)
8.1. Every team must follow the standard format of Cost Report provided by the
organizers.
8.2. The Completely filled Cost Report must be submitted to qbdc@fame.in on/within
the last date for submission mentioned on www.qbdc.co.in.
8.3. The Sheet must be named in below format only:
<Team Id><Team Name><Cost Report>
9. Manufacturing Proof Submission: Manufacturing Proof Submission (Guidelines)
9.1. Every team must submit the manufacturing proof of the vehicle during the final
round.
9.2. Teams must make a CD containing the videos depicting manufacture of the vehicle.
9.3. The video must clearly validate the manufacturing done by the student.
9.4. It must be brought to the final round.
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Chapter 8 Event Conduction
Points Table
1. Design Evaluation 100

2. Sales Presentation 100
3. Cost Presentation 40
4. CAE Presentation 80
5. Acceleration Test 40
6. Maneuverability Test 80
7. Hill Climb 80
8. Suspension Test 80
9. Traction Test 80
10. DirtX 60
11. Endurance 150
12. Fuel Economy 50
The overall judgement criterion is divided into the following phases:

1. Static Bout
1.1. Design Evaluation - Design Presentation –Every team will undergo the design
evaluation in the final round. Maximum 6 members are allowed to represent a team
in this round. They must carry the soft copy of supporting document. The vehicle
will be verified with the final design report. Deviation from the final design report
will not be acceded.
1.2. Sales Presentation and Cost Evaluation- This is a presentation round in which teams
will need to present their business strategies considering their team as a
manufactured company of the vehicle.
Teams are expected to prepare a complete Sales Presentation by understanding the

sector and industry they are working for in the event. Every team has to do a
complete market survey of the same segment and prepare the strategies to target the
customers. The team has to prepare a presentation, which has to be presented during
the final round. The team has to convince the judges with their Sales Presentation.
Every team has to prepare a detailed report and the presentation. Team are expected
to work on the following points and prepare both the report and the presentation
accordingly;
1.2.1. Executive Summary: This includes the organisational structure of your
company. You need clearly define the roles for each member of the executive
board. This member will then be responsible for the same in the report to
follow.
1.2.2. Introduction to the company: Introduce your company and its vision. Teams
must have separate statements depicting both vision and mission individually.
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1.2.3. Business/Company Profile: Explain your company profile in brief. This
should act as the brochure of your company which will cover the product line,
the services provided, the USP etc.
1.2.4. Industry and Market Analysis: Thorough and complete survey of industrial
performance for the past couple of years. Teams must show market analysis
for positioning the manufactured product in the competition. Competitor
analysis should be included with the detailed report on the same.
1.2.5. Marketing Strategies: The basic plan of the company should be to tap the
available market. Types of strategies the company proposes for marketing
such as: 4P method, SWOT analysis, Porter’s Five Forces method etc.
1.2.6. Operation Plan: The whole operation plan and the basic layout of the
machinery used for manufacturing the product. Teams must also manifest
basic machining processes available in-house and the outsourced processes.
Teams must also show the logistics and warehousing steps taken by the
company. The after-sales spare parts process flow.
1.2.7. Sales forecast and Strategies: The teams are required to forecast their sales
for the next five years and their strategies to achieve these sales. IF
POSSIBLE, the teams can also include the spare parts sales too.
1.2.8. Environmental Impact: The teams are required to give a report on the
environmental impact caused due to their manufacturing activities and their
measures to reduce the impact caused. Also, the teams are required to include
an innovative idea to reduce the pollution caused by their vehicles.
1.2.9. Cost Plans: Teams are required to give a detailed cost report of their activities
for the next 5 years. The exact calculation of the break-even period as well as
break even quantity is a must. The capital structure of the company should be
well explained. Cost plans MUST include the consideration of warranty costs
as well. The costs of depreciation should also be considered.
Note:
1. Roles and responsibilities of the company have to be distributed between a
minimum of 5 members. This means the executive board must consist of minimum
5 members.
2. All the members of the executive board must be present during the Sales
Presentation evaluation and deliver the presentation.
3. Every team has to prepare a detailed report and presentation. The team has to
submit the complete Sales Presentation report along with Final Design Report.
4. Report and presentation are not the same. Every team has to prepare both the
presentation and report.
NOTE: The cost report will be verified wherein the actual cost of the components
and systems used in the vehicle at the time of Dynamic Event must be unveiled. The
cost of the component /systems mentioned in the cost report must not vary with that
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used in the vehicle. Teams will need to present all bills of material used in the
vehicle.
2. Dynamic Bout
2.1. Technical Scrutiny
2.1.1. Technical Inspection: The overall vehicle will be scrutinized according to the
terms mentioned in the Rulebook. The official committee will abide by all the
alluded rules and regulations and noncompliance by any team will not be
tolerated. There will be few important stickers provided to the teams, and they
must be affixed to the vehicle.
2.1.2. Safety Check: The overall safety of the quad will be examined according to
the Rulebook. Teams will be provided with “safety Okay” sticker once they
clear it.
2.1.3. Helmet Okay: Helmet rating will also be verified according to Rulebook.
Teams will be provided with “helmet okay “sticker and it must be affixed to
the helmet.
2.1.4. Vehicle Weighing: Weighing will also be done during technical inspection.
2.2. Brake Test: After clearing, Technical inspection teams will advance for Brake Test.
Brake test does not carry any points/score but every vehicle has to qualify this test
to ensure its existence further in the competition.
2.2.1. Process: Vehicle must be accelerated to 30 km/hr. on 50 m straight patch and
all the wheels must either get locked or the quad must stop in the minimum
safest distance.
2.2.2. Vehicle speed will be checked using a radar gun. It is mandatory to reach this
speed.
2.2.3. After qualifying the brake test the vehicle will be affixed with “Brake Test
Okay” sticker.
Note: Qualifying the Technical Scrutiny and Brake test is mandatory to participate
further in other dynamic activities.
2.3. Acceleration Test: Acceleration determines the time it takes for the vehicle to
accelerate along 100ft straight path. The vehicle with minimum time will win.
2.3.1. Each team will be given two attempts to showcase their best timing. The best
timing out of two attempts will be taken in consideration for final scoring.
Timing will be noted down using the electronic system or stopwatches.
2.3.2. Penalties: Cones Down or Out- A two (2) second penalty will be added for
each cone down or out (including entry and exit gate cones) that transpire on
that particular run to give the corrected elapsed time.
2.3.3. DNF- Vehicles that have not run till the end of a particular round (determined
by the organizer) will receive a Did Not Finish (DNF).
2.3.4. Formula for best time calculation: Acceleration score= 40x [(Tlongest–
Tyours)/ (Tlongest–Tshortest)]
Where: “Tshortest” is the fastest time by any team.

“Tlongest” is either (a) the slowest time by any team or
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(b) 2x the fastest time whichever is the short interval.
“T yours” is your teams best time.
2.4. Maneuverability Test:
2.4.1. The objective of the maneuverability event is to evaluate the vehicle's
cornering and handling qualities on a tight course without the hindrance of
competing vehicles. The course will combine the performance features like
acceleration, braking, and corner into one event.
2.4.2. Procedure: The vehicle will be placed such that the front wheels are 5 m
behind the starting line. The timer starts only after the vehicle crosses the start
line. There will be no particular order of the vehicles to run each heat. The
organizer will determine the allowable windows for each heat and retains the
right to adjust for weather or technical delays. Vehicles that have not run by
the end of the heat will be disqualified for that heat.
NOTE: Scoring will be based on the best of the two attempts. Timing may be noted
down using electronic systems or stopwatches.
2.4.3. Maneuverability Course Specification & Speeds
2.4.3.1. The following specifications will suggest the maximum speeds that
will be encountered on the course. Average speeds should be 40
km/hr. (25 mph) to 48 km/hr. (30 mph).
2.4.3.2. Straights: No longer than 60 m (200 feet) with hairpins at both ends
(or) no longer than 45 m (150 feet) with wide turns on the ends.
2.4.3.3. Constant Turns: 7 m (75 feet) to 15 m (148 feet) diameter.
2.4.3.4. Hairpin Turns: Minimum of 7 m (29.5 feet) outside diameter (of
the turn).
2.4.3.5. Slaloms: Cones in a straight line with 7.62 m to 12.19 m Spacing.
2.4.3.6. Miscellaneous: Chicanes, multiple turns, decreasing radius turns,
etc. The minimum track width will be 3.5 m (11.5 feet).
2.4.3.7. The length of each run will be approximately 0.805 km (1/2 mile)
and the driver will complete a specified number of runs.
2.4.3.8. Maneuverability Test = 80x [(Tlongest–Tyours)/ (Tlongest–Tshortest)]
2.4.4. Penalties:
2.4.4.1. Cone Down or Out - Two (10) seconds per cone.
2.4.4.2. Driver must re-enter the track at or prior to the missed gate or a
twenty (20) second penalty will be assessed. Penalties will not be
assessed for accident avoidance or for any other reasons deemed
sufficient by the track officials.
2.4.4.3. Missed Slalom- Missing one or more gates of a given slalom will
be counted as one "off-course" per occurrence. Each occurrence
will incur a twenty (20) second penalty.
2.4.4.4. The length of each run will be approximately 0.805 km (1/2 mile)
and the driver will complete a specified number of runs.
2.5. Hill Climb
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2.5.1. In this activity, the vehicle will climb on the patch having a slope of 45o and
distance of 50 meters. This test will check the vehicle capabilities to tackle
the gradability.
down using electronic systems or stop watches.
2.5.2. Penalties-
2.5.2.1. Cones Down or Out- Two (2) seconds per cone.
2.5.2.2. Stalling in between- DNF.
2.5.2.3. Formula- Hill Climb= 80x [(Tlongest–Tyours)/ (Tlongest–Tshortest)
2.6. Suspension Test
2.6.1. In this event, vehicle will have to undergo tough terrain and other obstacles.
Objective- Suspension test is introduced to check the reliability of
suspension component and its effect on different subsystems.
2.6.2. Procedure: The Track will be specially designed to put Quad in very tough
terrains which will consist of Mud, pavels.etc.,
2.6.3. Formula: Hill Climb: Suspension Test = 80x [(Tlongest–Tyours)/ (Tlongest–
Tshortest)
2.7. Traction Test: This test is conducted to check the quads potential to pull the extra
load. The load will vary from 800 kg to 1.2TON.
2.7.1. Procedure- The entire quad has to complete this event in limited amount of
time. Organizers retain the right to take any decision regarding the
conduction of Traction test.
2.7.2. Formula: Traction Test = 80x [(Tlongest–Tyours)/ (Tlongest–Tshortest)
2.8. DirtX: This test is conducted to check the quad capabilities to overcome the loose
and wet sand also its capabilities to accelerate faster.
2.8.1. Formula: DirtX = 60x [(Tlongest–Tyours)/ (Tlongest–Tshortest)
2.9. Endurance and Fuel Economy: The following are general guidelines for conducting
the endurance and fuel economy event. The organizers reserve the right to establish
procedures specific to the conduct of the event at the site. The endurance round will
last for 3 hours.
2.9.1. Teams can change their drivers 4 times during endurance.
NOTE- Fuel economy marks will only be given to those teams who complete the
overall endurance.
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2.9.2. Endurance Objective (150 points) - The Endurance Event is designed to
evaluate the overall performance of the vehicle and to test the vehicle’s
reliability.
2.9.3. Fuel Economy test (50 points) - The fuel economy test is based on the
average liters per kilometer fuel economy obtained during the endurance
heat.
NOTE- The vehicle’s fuel economy will be measured in conjunction with the
endurance event. The fuel economy under racing conditions is important in most
forms of racing and also shows how well the vehicle has been tuned for the
competition. This is a compromising round because the fuel economy score and
endurance score will be calculated from the same heat.
2.9.4. Course speeds can be estimated by the following course specifications.
Average speed should be 45 km/hr to 55 km/hr with top speeds of
approximately 60 km/hr.
2.9.5. Procedure- The vehicles will run continuously for 3 hours on the track.
Maximum points will be awarded to the vehicle making maximum number
of laps in the given time.
2.9.6. Endurance Fuel Fill- Before entering the event each vehicle’s fuel tank must
be filled to the fuel level line at the fueling station. During fueling, once
filled to the scribe line, no shaking or tilting of the tank or fuel system (incl.
entire vehicle) is allowed.
2.9.7. Vehicle Starting/Restarting- The vehicle must be capable of starting /
restarting without external assistance at all times once the vehicle has begun
the heat. If a vehicle stalls out on the track, it will be allowed approximately
one (1) minute to restart. If a vehicle has a restart problem at the end of
Driver Change, it will be allowed a further two (2) minutes to restart the
engine. If restarts are not accomplished within the above times, the Quad
will be deemed disabled and scored DNF for the heat.
2.9.8. Driver Changing Procedure- Elapsed time will begin when Driver A enters
the course and crosses the timing line. Driver A will drive for one (1) hour,
and pull into driver change area where this change will take place.
2.9.9. Vehicle Breakdown and Stalls- If a vehicle breaks down it will be removed
from the course and will not be allowed to re-enter the course. If vehicle
stalls, or ingests a cone, etc. it will be allowed to restart and re-enter the
course where it went off, but no work may be performed on the vehicle. If a
Quad stall and cannot be restarted without external assistance, the track
workers will push the Quad clear of the track. At the discretion of event
officials, two (2) team members may retrieve the Quad under direction of
the track workers.
2.9.10. Endurance Minimum Speed Requirement- If a Quad is unable to maintain
lap times within 133% of the fastest lap time for the course, and then it must
exit immediately. Disqualification for failure to maintain the minimum
speed will be made at the discretion of the Director of Operations.
2.9.11. Endurance Lap Timing- Each lap of the endurance event will be individually
timed either by electronic means, or by hand. The time for an individual heat
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will be determined by subtracting the extra-long lap for the driver change
from the total time and adding any penalty points.
2.9.12. Though the time of endurance is mentioned as 3 hours but may vary as per
the conditions which includes but not only weather, event timeline, etc.
2.9.13. Penalties:
2.9.13.1. Off Course- for an OC, the driver must re-enter the track at or
prior to the missed gate or a twenty points penalty will be
assessed.
2.9.13.2. Penalties for Moving Violations
2.9.13.3. Failure to obey a flag: 6 points
2.9.13.4. Over Driving (After a closed black flag): 6 points
2.9.13.5. Vehicle to Vehicle contact: DISQUALIFIED.
2.9.13.6. Out of Order- Running out of order – 12 points penalties.
2.9.13.7. Mechanical Problem- No additional penalty other than the
time lost to ensure that the Quad is safe to continue.
2.9.13.8. Reckless or Aggressive Driving- Any reckless or aggressive
driving behaviour (such as forcing another Quad off the track,
refusal to permit passing or close driving that would cause the
likelihood of Quad 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 behaviour. The amount of time spent in the penalty box
will vary from 6 to 18 points depending on the severity of the
offence.
2.9.13.9. Inexperienced Driver- The Event in charge 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 Quad
resulting in a DNF.
2.9.13.10. Poor Fuel Economy- Mileage exceeding 25 km per litre.
NOTE- The score for the Endurance Event is the sum of the Endurance Time Score and
the Endurance Finish Score. The Endurance Time Score is based on the team's time for
the event, including penalties, compared to the fastest team. A vehicle will also receive
an Endurance Finish Score of twenty-five (25) points if the team's time for the event,
including penalties, is less than or equal to the maximum allotted time.
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2.10. TI & Brake Test Round-2: In case a team is unable to clear the Technical Inspection
and Brake test on time, Organizers reserves right to allow respective team to
participate in the endurance with below conditions.
2.10.1. Technical Inspection and Brake test will be conducted before endurance
and the particular teams has to clear the tests as per the standard
regulations.
2.10.2. These particular teams will not be eligible to participate in any other
dynamic activities expect the Endurance and also are not eligible for any
dynamic awards and overall competition awards.
2.10.3. However, these teams will be eligible to participate in all static activities
and for all the static activity awards.
2.10.4. Teams in this category will be penalized with 200 points.
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QUAD BIKE DESIGN CHALLENGE -2020

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Please read and follow the rulebook judiciously!!

About “Quad Bike Design Challenge”- QBDC

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Outside Diameter X Wall Outside Diameter X Wall Outside Dimension X Wall

2.5.Lower Base Hoop

2.6.Rear Side Support

i. Suspension Pick point support and Structure is consisting of two members:

2.8.Clearance Between UFSH and LBS to the Engine

Kill Switches must be as specified below

13. Kill Switch Positioning:

20. Fire Extinguisher Mounting:

32. Electronic Start:

34.9. Refer the image for Brake Light Mounting.

35. Steering System

Fasteners, acceptable markings

38. Electrical System

38.8. Wiring and Connectors

Close Face Helmet

Low leg Protection

This type of Kidney belt is not allowed

6. CALCULATION REPORT SUBMSSION: Calculation Report Submission (Guidelines)

1. Design Evaluation 100

The overall judgement criterion is divided into the following phases:

Teams are expected to prepare a complete Sales Presentation by understanding the

Where: “Tshortest” is the fastest time by any team.

2.5. Hill Climb

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