CATIA Electric Go-Kart Design Project
In the CATIA V5 Engineering Course from October to December 2022, I undertook a solo project focused on designing, CAD modeling, and drafting a wooden electric go-kart in accordance with ANSI standards. This initiative served as my introduction to CAD work, representing a significant departure from my prior experience. Beyond the original project scope, which involved modifying the functionality of an object like a lamp, I opted to challenge myself by creating an electric go-kart entirely from scratch. The project included the modeling of intricate components such as a fully functional tie rod steering system, spinning ball bearings, gear sprockets, and a subframe able to be assembled from 2x4 plywood pieces. All drawings and assemblies were drafted to ANSI standards, and the final model was rendered alongside my original inspirational images. During the presentation to the class, I received positive feedback, underscoring the success of the project and the newfound skills I had acquired. For me, this experience emphasized the importance of pacing oneself when tackling substantial tasks and projects, demonstrating the rewards of pushing beyond established expectations.