BFKCT Kart Regulations Book 130 V1.0

BFKCT Kart Regulations Book (BFKR) – 130 CC V1.
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BFKCT Kart Regulations Book (BFKR) – 130 CC V1.0
THIS KART REGULATIONS BOOK IS AN OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE
BHARATH FORMULA KARTING
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
THE CONTENTS OF THIS KART REGULATIONS BOOK ARE THE SOLE PROPERTY OF THE
BHARATH FORMULA KARTING. NO PORTION OF THIS BOOK MAY BE REPRODUCED IN
ANY MANNER, ELECTRONICALLY TRANSMITTED, POSTED ON THE INTERNET, SOCIAL
MEDIA, RECORDED BY ANY MEANS, OR STORED ON ANY MAGNETIC /
ELECTROMAGNETIC STORAGE SYSTEM(S) WITHOUT THE EXPRESS WRITTEN CONSENT
FROM THE BOARD OF DIRECTOR OF THE BHARATH FORMULA KARTING. THE KART
REGULATIONS POSTED ON THE BFKCT OFFICIAL WEBSITE MAY BE PRINTED FOR
PERSONAL REFERENCE AND USE.
HEAD OFFICE
Bharath Formula Karting
CADD Technologies of School of Design
No.33, Rajaji Road, Ramnagar, Coimbatore 641 009.
Official Website:www.bfkct.in
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GENERAL PREFACE
Official Notice of Disclaimer
BFKCT makes an effort to provide participants with a relatively safe environment for everyone
involved. Despite strict rule enforcement and strict rule adherence, all participants must be aware
that their mere presence at an event presents a chance of becoming critically or fatally injured,
even by no fault of their own. These regulations do not guarantee or imply that injuries or death
will not occur. All event participants agree to assume the risk of being injured or killed by the
negligence and/or gross negligence of others. If there are any questions or problems with these
rules and regulations, it is the participant’s responsibility to immediately contact the
Bharath Formula Karting Powered by CADD Technologies of School of Design, No.33,
Rajaji Road, Ramnagar, Coimbatore 641 009, India.
Safety Hazards
It is the responsibility of event participants to inspect and analyze all aspects related to the
facility, rules, regulations, and/or instructions pertaining to the event (whether written or verbally
stated). The event participants are required to notify a BFKCT Official, without delay, of
anything that appears to be a potential safety hazard. Failure to comply with this rule will be
cause for disqualifying from the event. Additionally, everyone involved should consider that no
activity, facility, or system is 100% perfectly safe, despite all best efforts. Therefore, each
participant is hereby notified that grave and unforeseen danger may exist in any activity, at any
event, automotive related or otherwise.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section Description Page No.
A ABOUT “BHARATH FORMULA KARTING” 5

B ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION 6
C AERIAL PERSPECTIVE OF BFKCT SEASON 1,2&3 7
D IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS 10
E KART DEFINITION 12
1.0 OFFICIALS AND THEIR DUTIE 13
2.0 BFKCT RULES AND REGULATIONS 15
3.0 TEAM REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS 20
4.0 DRIVER SAFETY REQUIREMENTS 24
5.0 KART TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS 27
6.0 DESIGN VALIDATION ROUND (VIRTUAL) 38
7.0 CHAMPIONSHIP ROUND 41
8.0 ENDURANCE HEAT 47
9.0 SIGNIFICATION OF FLAGS 51
10.0 ON COURSE CONTACT 52
11.0 SCORING AND RACE RESULTS 53
12.0 POINTS TABLE 55
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A. ABOUT “BHARATH FORMULA KARTING”
Bharath Formula Karting is a student karting competition powered by CADD Technologies
School of Design Private Limited (BFKCT) to explore the theoretical, technical and motorsports
skill set of engineering and diploma students. The main motto of this competition is coined to
the envision of doyen and legend of Indian Motor Sports “Sundaram Karivardhan” who
started to build his own cars for motorsport racing as well he was an successful Formula Car
Racer. BFKCT encourage the young budding engineers to design and build their dream kart
with engineering terminology and technology from art to part as well BFKCT provide the
platform for to take up the racing competition. This will create an interest and awareness to
bring charming racer and mechanics in motorsports engineering field. The Karting competition
takes place in two stages; firstly, design validation, Documentation and Fabrication of Kart.
Secondly, Championship round which consists of Static & Dynamic events and final Endurance.
The registering team has to build their kart based on the guide line given in BFKCT Kart
Regulations book. BFKCT forum encourage the team members to undergo the literature survey
and detailed study before design and manufacturing of kart Kart. Furthermore, it is advised to
the team members to fabricate the kart with expert’s suggestion but not involved them physically
to fabricating the kart. BFKCT recognize the team building activity and individual talent by
providing nearly 80+ various awards in different categories. The reorganization is not only
trophy&certificate, BFKCT announces INR 15,00,000 (Fifteen Lakhs) worth Prize. Similarly,
BFKCT offers Internships, Implant training Industry Project and Placement opportunity in
reputed industry to all the deserved participants to shape their carrier.
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B. ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
M/s.CADD Technologies School of Design established in the year of 2000 with the aim and
commitment of providing quality training. This is our 20th year in the CAD/CAM Training
Industry and having a strong planning in expanding our legs across globe in near future. The
company is established by the dynamic group of directors who are in to Academic and Research
field for more than a decade with a vision of providing Industrial requirement based engineering
solutions by which it will have their own presence in overall growth of the Manufacturing and
Civil Industry to whom the company got tie-up. We, M/s .CADD Technologies School of
Design Private Limited, is an Authorized Training cum Certification centre of Autodesk, Bentley
and Innovent Technologies (ANSYS). We are provide Training cum engineering solutions to
the students as well as companies in the key areas like Design Engineering, Industrial
Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Digital Prototyping and Building Information
Modeling. We have trained more than 50,000 students so far (Both In-house as well as On-site)
and have successfully placed sizable number of candidates in various domestic and MNCs to
whom we got tie-up. We have Technical Advisory committee, which consists of eminent
personalities from the leading industries in Coimbatore as well as professors colleges who are
guiding us to serve the student community in a better way. Visit www.caddtechnologies.com.
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C. AERIAL PERSPECTIVE OF BFKCT SEASON 1 , 2 & 3
CADD Technologies started to initiate the “Bharath Formula Karting” a National Level Karting
Championship Motorsports event in “Manchester of South India” Coimbatore with the motto of
enlighten the envision of doyen and legend of Indian Motor Sports “Sundaram Karivardhan”
who started to build his own cars for motorsport racing as well he was an successful Formula Car
Racer. BFKCT Before get into this karting motorsport, we have collected the feedback from
various stakeholders, faculty advisors and students who recently participated in karting event.
According to the feedback analysis the BFKCT board of directors decided and derived the
strategy as from registration to end of the event all the details to be displayed in official website
to maintain the high level transparency. Secondly, to encourage motorsports aspirants, the event
must be conduct only on Kari Motors Speedway International Formula 3 Racing Circuits,
Chettipalayam. The success starts begins from this point. The BFKCT Season 1 launched in
the month of January 2018 and the BFKCT team did various promotions. Resulting, the season
1 team registration reached 98. Out of which 59 teams with the student strength of 1750+ turned
in Kari Motor Speedway to race their fabricated kart. The BFKCT season 1 held on 2nd to 4th
August 2018 at Kari Motor Speedway. Mr.Dhanasekaran, Director, Faurecia, Bengaluru and
Dr.Manivannan, Chairman ISTE has been the chief guest for the podium ceremony and
distributed the Championship trophy and Cash Prize.
On continuation of Season 1, the season 2 registrations got opened. During this season also
BFKCT board of directors decided the event venue as Kari Motor Speedway. For uplift our
technical and event level as well the current scenario of automobile Electric Kart Category was
introduce in the Season 2. The registration for Internal Combustion Category and Electrical Kart
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Category goes upto 110 and 10 respectively. The BFKCT season 2 events conducted from Feb
28 to Mar2, 2019- 3 Days. On day event venue, IC engine Category 65 teams and Electric Kart
Category 5 teams totally 1850+ students actively participated and exhibits their motorsports
skillets. Chief guest is invited from Automobile Manufacturing industries Mr.Sri Radha
Krishnan, Head – Engines & Axle, Ashok Leyland and Mr.Shanmugam, Secretary, Ambattur
Industrial Estate Manufacturer’s Association (AIEMA) to distribute the champion trophy and
Cash Prize. The season 2 event dates we have invited nearly 30+ Automobile and Mechanical
Industries for placements and internship opportunities to the participants’ betterments.
The successful completion of season 1 & 2, the BFKCT board of directors announced the
season 3 scheduled dates and event venue on the season 2 podium ceremony. The fame of
Indian Motorsports Legend “Sundaram Karivardhan” BFKCT again decided to host the event
in Kari Motor Speedway. In season 3, in the Internal Combustion Engine 160 CC engine
category added as new feather. The IC engine and electric kart category registration goes up to
90 and 30 respectively. On day event venue on 10th to 13th September 2019 nearly 60 teams
from Internal Combustion Engines and 18 teams from Electric Kart arrived on track with the
student strength of 2380 aspirants energetically take part in all the static and dynamic
motorsports events.
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Girls Spinning on Track
The BFKCT observed that girls aspirants nearly 230+ students enthusiastically involved in
various static and especially in dynamic events. BFKCT decided to recognize the Girls
participants across the spectrum of motorsports especially in the racing segments with the tag
name of “Girls Spinning on Track” (GsT). During the event BFKCT taken all the girls
participants in to track walk and asked them to driver their kart for getting track driving
experience, encouraged them to do the wheel dismantling and assembly, questioning about the
engine and transmission spec, take interview on their off and on track experience. The outcome
of Girls Spinning on Track (GsT), the best women participants’ award was specially announced
to recognize them. On final day podium event Dr.Manikam, Chairman, Sakthi Groups and
Mr.Manish Rama Krishnan, AGM, Ashok Leyland distributed the champion trophy and Prize to
all the winning aspirants. The big bang of BFKCT Seasons 3 ending ceremony, Mr.Senthil
Kumar, CEO, Kalvi Group of Institutions announced the Season 4 scheduled dates and venue.
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D. IMPORTANT INSTRUCTION
1. All the participants must report to the event venue according to the given schedule
2. At Event venue teams are not allowed to do fabrication of the Kart, its only place for
adjustments in final assembly.
3. Team captain and vice-captain must attend the s meet every day in morning and evening.
Failing in which there is no rights or provision for ask any request or appeal
4. All the participants must wear the ID Card in the event venue
5. All the participants must wear shoes
6. Full sleeve and loose hair forbidden inside the event venue
7. Teams are not allowed to use the welding machine inside the pit. Team can do the
welding only BFKCT prescribed location or pit or area
8. Team must follow the time slot given for Technical Inspection, Business Plan, Static
Event and Dynamic Event etc., Failing in which event points consider as zero
9. Students are allowed to use the power tools inside the pit
10. As a track rule team should not use any tools outside the pit. If it is found the team may
disqualified or heavily penalized
11. Every day at the end of the event it is the team responsibility to pack their kart and tools
with safe condition. BFKCT organizer is not responsible for any belongings to the team
or individual members.
12. Event venue closing time should be sharp 5.30 PM and student can leave the pit before
6.00 PM
13. Team should not move around the event venue during the various events
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14. Showing flag or giving signals to the driver during the dynamics events strictly forbidden.
If it is found the team may disqualify from the event or round
15. BFKCT officials very supportive for all the Participants. If you have any requirement
please feel free to approach the officials
16. Doctor and Nurse along with Ambulance available in all day event venue. Team need any
medical assistance in the event venue, they can directly approach to the Doctor without
any hesitation or permission
17. Team members are not allowed to go or move out of the main gate during the event time.
This is due to avoid unnecessary trespassing.
18. Participation certificate will be issued only on the last day of podium ceremony only
19. It is team responsibility to submit or send the document requested or mentioned in the
regulations book or published in the website or any messenger time to time without any
delay or omission.
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E. Kart Definition
A kart is a land single seater vehicle without a roof or a
cockpit, without suspensions and with or without
bodywork elements, with 4 non aligned wheels that are in
contact with the ground, the 2 front ones of which control
the direction and the other 2 rear ones, connected by a
one piece axle, transmit the power. The main parts are the
chassis (including the bodywork), the tyres and the
engine.
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1. OFFICIALS AND THEIR DUTIES
1.1 Purpose
The purpose of this section is to provide participants with a better understanding for the
nomenclature used concerning event Officials, their titles, and a brief related description. It
should be noted, that nothing in this section constitutes a rule of any kind, nor makes any
guarantees of any type, since this is simply a guide to aide in the understanding of terms.
1.2 BFKCT Officials- General Philosophy
All the BFKCT Officials shall be friendly and courteous to all BFKCT participants. Participants
are valued members for BFKCT.
1.3 Executive Director
The Executive Director has total executive authority, nationwide, over all regions, Officials, and
all matters of any nature pertaining to BFKCT guidelines, except as otherwise stated in this
subsection. The Executive Director’s power to govern matters pertaining to any individual region
or region shall only be limited by any applicable. The Executive Director will make judgments,
definitions, determinations, clarifications, and settle all presented appeals. The decisions of the
Executive Director are the final rulings and cannot be appealed. The Executive Director is
Mr.Kumaresh Velayutha Subramaniam.
1.4 Chief Secretary
The Chief Secretary has total authority over all officials within his/her assigned event. He/she is
responsible to oversee all aspects of the events conducted by his/her guidance. The Chief
Secretary shall particularly oversee the appointment of Race Director(s). He/she will also ensure
that all events are run in accordance with all rules set forth in the BFKCT. Some allowances can
be made, with authorization from the Executive Director.
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1.5 Event Director
The Event Director has the power and authority over all local event Officials, except for the
Executive Director (if present). The Event Director controls all aspects of the event, and is the
person responsible for the general conduct of the event in accordance with the BFKCT
regulations.
1.6 Timing and Scoring
Timing and/or scoring methods are discretionary. The Race Director may choose any method
(conventional or unconventional). The method chosen may be implemented either in full or in
part, or modified or discarded at any time, at the discretion of the Race Director.
1.7 Chief Scrutinizer
The Chief Scrutinizer supervises all Tech Inspectors and will make the ultimate decision as to
which issues of legality will be reported to the Race Director. He/she should always notify the
team in question before notifying the Race Director.
1.8 Tech Inspectors
Tech Inspectors work at the direction of the Chief Scrutinizer
1.9 Race Director
The Race Director is in control of all aspect of the competition and the participants. The decision
of the Race Director is final.
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2. BFKCT RULES AND REGULATIONS

2.1 Rules Authority
The team or team member’s mandatory to follow the each and every rules, regulations and
restriction given in the regulations book. Bharath Formula Karting reserves right to modify each
and every rules, regulations and restriction associated with the Karting event. Breach of rules by
any individual or as a team or representative member may eliminate or withdrawing or debarring
of the team from the competition and withdrawal of award/awards as well.
2.2 Validity of the Rules

The rules, regulations and restriction will be same throughout the event and any new
amendments or updates will be published in the official website www.bfkct.in. It is team
responsibility to visit the website frequently to know the updates.
2.3 Rules Compliance

By registering Bharath Formula Karting (BFKCT) event, the team , members of the team as
individuals, faculty advisors and other authority of the College/University agree to comply with
and will be bounded by the rules, regulations, restriction, interpretations or procedures issued or
announced by BFKCT. All team members, faculty advisors and university/college authorities are
required to cooperate with, and follow all the instructions, penalties and results from competition
organizers, officials and judges. Disputes if any are subject to Coimbatore jurisdiction only.
2.4 Loopholes
BFKCT strongly besides that the “Student safety is the prime and most import factor”. So,
BFKCT reserved the rights to resolve the superficial loopholes to improve the safety of the
students to successful completion of the competition. It is documental or virtually not viable to
frame the rules to covers all the possible questions and incidents to design the Kart’s parameters
or conduct of the event. So, BFKCT always enforce the student safety.
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2.5 Participating in the Event

The registered team, team , members, participant individuals, faculty advisor and college
representatives of colleges and universities who are all present on competition venue are
considered as Participant in the Event. If earlier departure from the event venue due to
problem in kart, medical reason, not cleared in any technical inspection or any other personal and
official or non-personal and official reason considering as earlier withdrawing of team from the
competition. At any circumstances, the registration fee is not adjustable or not refundable.
Teams are advised to submit the Technical document on time:

The team members are advised to submit the document in given time line to avoid the delay of
publishing the results or points or notifications. If any team wants extension of time due to their
university examination and other academic activity, please send a request mail (or) request letter
through team faculty advisor and forwarded by the head of the department / head of the
institution / registrar stating the actual reason for requesting time extension.
2.6 Right to Impound

Bharath Formula Karting (BFKCT) reserves the right to impound to any registered kart in onsite
or during the event or at any time or at the various stages during the competition for inspect and
examine by organizers, officials and technical inspectors.
2.7 Violations of Intent

Any team and team members who does not comply with the applicable rules, regulations and
restriction requirements of this event are subject to penalties / disqualifying. Questions about the
intent or meaning of a regulations or rule may be addressed to the organizers.
2.8 Behavioural Attitude: Misbehaviour

Misbehaviour activity in any form of the registered team, individual or representative of the
college / university will receive a penalty of 100 points or disqualifying or eliminated from the
event depending on the attitude of team members.
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2.9 Arguments with the Officials

Argument or disobedience with any official may result in the elimination of team from the
competition. All members of the team may be immediately escorted from the competition venue.
2.10 Drugs and illegal Material

Alcohol, illegal drugs, weapons or other illegal materials are prohibited on the event site during
the competition. This rule will be in effect during the entire competition. Any violation of this
rule by a team member will cause the expulsion of the entire team. This applies to both team
members and faculty advisors.
2.11 Remonstration
BFKCT will recognize the involvement and manufacturing of the kart by the students for their
hard work and spending valuable hours and days. The Bharath Formula Karting organizer will
make nevertheless effort to review all questions and disputes to resolve problems quickly and
efficiently.
2.12 Preliminary Review – Required

If a team has a question about scoring, judging, policies or any official action it must be brought
to the notice of BFKCT organizers in professional manner before a objection can be filed.
2.13 Causes for Remonstration

A team may object any rule interpretation, score or official action (unless specifically excluded
from remonstration) which they feel has caused some actual, non-trivial harm to their team, or
has had a substantive effect on their score. Teams may not object rule interpretations or actions
that have not caused them any substantive damage.
2.14 Who can file the Remonstration?

Only team or Faculty Advisor on behalf of whole team can file the remonstration. Other team
members should not accompany or interfere filing of such remonstration stand cancelled.
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2.15 Remonstration Format and Forfeit
All remonstration must be filed in written and presented to the organizer of BFKCT by the team .
If remonstration in not genuine, the remonstration filed team will under the penalty of 100 points
and remonstrations is rejected or stand cancelled. The team violating the above rules and
regulations, BFKCT reserved the rights to disqualify the team at any point of time.
2.16 Remonstration Period

Remonstration concerning any aspect of the event must be filed within 30 minutes from end of
the event shall be considered.
2.17 Kart Movement
The Kart may be moved by using push or pull bar from the pit to racing circuit. The kart not
allowed driving in pit or walking or pedestrian approachable places. The kart allow to drive only
the place prescribed by the BFKCT or Race Circuit authorities for various rounds. Violating the
above rules and regulations which is lead to penalize of 100 points.
2.18 List of Prefabricated Parts

All the teams have liberty to buy the readymade/fabricated parts to use for their kart as listed
below. Springs, Brake drum, disc, calliper and brake holding assembly, master cylinder,
Steering column, Steering wheel, Wheel hub &Tyres, tie rod ends, Motor, Knuckle, Chain
Guard, Break Lights, Batteries&Toggle Switches. Furthermore, any superfluous parts are fitted
in the Kart must be removed from the kart to proceed further. If BFKCT officials found the
entire Kart is fabricated by the professional and brought from vendor for participating the
event, the team will be disqualify from the event without any notification.
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PENALTIES
Violation of Rules: Eliminate from the event / Penalty of 100 points
Misbehaviour/Arguments with officials or volunteers:
Eliminate from the event / Penalty of 100 points
Tampering with TI sticker or making restricted changes in Kart after TI:
Direct Disqualify
ENTRY WITHOUT PERMISSION ON TRACKS: Penalty of 100 points / Team Disqualify

DAMAGES: Damage to the track / tent / other resources will result to the penalty of
INR 2,00,000/- or cost of actual damage whichever is high. Furthermore, prize and certificates
will not be awarded or issued to the particular team and team member unless or until the
damaged or penalty amounts are completely settled to the track administrator or organizer.
OTHERS: BFKCT organizers have full rights to modify the penalties amount or points at any
time.
Document Verification
BFKCT officials have full rights to verify the Team or Individual or Vehicle or any other details
/ document before the event or during the event or post event. If the BFKCT officials found any
discrepancy in details or document, the team ranking or prize money or award should be
withdrawn without any notification.
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3. TEAM REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS
3.1 Team Requirement

The team registering in Bharath Formula Karting Season 4 must have a Team Name, and the
Faculty Advisor Name (Not below Assistant Professor Cadre). There is no limitation on number
of registering from the same college / university. Team size should not exceed 25 members per
team and for the additional member or students refer section 3.10. The team member cluster
refer section 3.13
3.2 Eligibility Criteria

Undergraduate and Technical students from engineering degree/diploma streams are only
eligible to registering and participating in the BFKCT event. Bharath Formula Karting is an
engineering event rather than a race, our aim and motto is to bring up their innovative idea from
young engineering minds to nurture and motive them to fabricating the kart using engineering
knowledge and practices. Every individual team members aligned their expertise in the field of
interest andtake part the event in successful manner. The team members who have register the
event mustbe currently studying or undergoing UG or Diploma course in order to participate in
the competition.
3.3 Team Name

Each team must have unique team name. However, the teams are free to choose team name as
per their choice. If any team name repeated, the second registering team are asked to go with
alternate name.
3.4 Kart Number

Kart Number will be provided by the BFKCT organizer. Teams will be informed about their kart
number, once registration is closed.
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3.5 Integrated Teams

As this is an engineering event. So, integrated teams are highly appreciable (Engineering
Streams Only).
3.6 Definition of Integrated Teams
Integrated team refers that, if any team or faculty advisor wants to form a team with various
engineering discipline (Mech, Auto, EEE, ECE etc.,) students from their institution or other
institution. The idea of forming the integrated team is to share the knowledge and utilizing the
resources. Furthermore, it will help the students for team building nature.
3.7 Faculty Advisor
Each team must have one Faculty Advisor appointed by the Department / College /
University.Similarly, the faculty advisor(s) should not involve directly or indirectly in design,
analysis, and documentation, fabricate and repair of any part of the Kart and ensure that the kart
is manufactured by participating students only.
3.8 Team Registration
Online registration portal will be available 24x7 on BFKCT website (www.bfkct.in) from 1st
December 2019. During the registration, students have to pay the registration fee to block their
slot. BFKCT will provide accounts to all the teams on BFKCTweb portal and all the karting
relevant information/announcements will be published in the respective accounts and BFKCT
official website. Teams will upload and download thepayment proof, reports on their login or
send to official email with mentioning their team name, kart number in subject.
3.9 Registration Agreement
By registering in BFKCT event, the Team /Team Member/Faculty Advisor/College Management
agree with the rules and regulations of BFKCT. They understand that all the information
provided in the registration documents and online registration forms are correct to the best of
their knowledge and also they accept that the team would undertake all the activities without
help of any professionals directly or indirectly. In case of any violation of the rules and
regulations specified in the kart regulations Book, the teams are liable for disciplinary actions as
per the decision of the BFKCT organizing Management. The teams are also liable for any loss of
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documentation/communication on part of discrepancy in the information as provided during

registration.
3.10 Registration Fee

Registration fee for the event is INR 25,000 + 18 % (GST) per team (25 Members). Total
Registration Fee INR 25,000 + INR 4,500 (GST) = INR 29,500.00 before March 10th 2020,
after that Registration fee will be INR 30,000 + INR 5,400 (GST) = INR 35,400.00.
For Extra member (on special request): INR 1000 + 18 % (GST) / Member (Maximum 10
Members only allowed and also the total team size should not exceed more than 35 Members)
Payment Flexibility: BFKCT always support to student community. So, the payment flexibility
provided in two instalments. First instalment student can pay INR 15,000/- during the
registration. Second instalment of INR 14,500/-can be made on or before the Design Validation
Round (Virtual Round). There is NO ELIMINATION IN VIRTUAL ROUND.
Note: According to the Kari Motors Speedway Track regulations team have to pay
Rs.1000/- for telemetry & driver (s) (Driver & Co-Driver) indemnity bond.
3.11 Mode of Payment

The registration amount can be paid through only online payment gateway or NEFT / RTGS
only. The online payment link and NEFT / RTGS account details given in www.bfkct.in
registration page.
3.12 Official Announcements

All the official announcements and the information regarding the BFKCT event will be
displayed in Bharath Formula Karting official website www.bfkct.in. On successful registration
of team, all the important information will be provided in the team account as well in official
websites. The team, members and faculty advisors are requested to frequently visit the website
for new updates. Further feel free to contact us through any messenger or call for better
understanding the new amendments or clarifications.
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3.13 Team Members Clusters (Mandatory Requirement)
No. of
S.No. Name of the Cluster Nature of Work
Students
1. Chassis Design
2. Rear Axle Shaft Design
3. Design of Wheel Hub and Rim
4. Location of Engine
5. Brake Calculation and Design
1 Engineering Design 5 to 6 6. Steering Geometry
7. Position of ABC
8. Analysis : Front, Side and Rear
Impact Analysis
9. Thermal Analysis of Brake Hub
& Disc
Welding, Grinding, Lathe
2 Manufacturing Engineering 10-12 Operation, Bending, Assembly of
Various Parts of the Kart
Material suggested by the design
3 Purchase Engineers 2-3 team to be procured and grade of
materials to be ensured.
1. Cost and time estimation to be
prepared based on design to
develop the kart and same to be
Cost & Marketing Analysis
4 4-5 ensured as per the reviews.
Engineers
2. Business plan to be prepared
and submitted to BFKCT
officials
1. Shipping plan of the Kart from
College to Event Venue
5 Logistics Execution 2
2. Travel, Boarding and Lodging
to all the team members
To drive the Kart During the
6 Kart Driver 2
Dynamic round with valid license
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4. DRIVER SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

4.1 Age
Team Kart driver age must be 18 years or above on the date of event. Age should be above 18
years and below 25 years on the date of the final event.
4.2 Driver’s License (Driver & Co-Driver)

Kart Driver (s) must have a valid Driver’s License (Four Wheeler) issued by the Government of
India – Regional Transport Authority (RTA) or Regional Transport Office (RTO). The
Learner’s License Registration (LLR) is not acceptable. Driver(s) mustcarry the original licence
and produce whenever sports officials demand. Licence in the Digital form accepted only from
mParivahan app alone. Even though in the Digital form of driving license the driver must carry
two sets of self-attested Xerox copy to be submit before proceed the dynamic events Before
time trial or endurance round the kart driver must show or produce the original licence to
organizing authority or technical team.
4.3 Medical Insurance with Full Accidental Cover

Student safety is our highest priority and it is non-negotiable. We strongly believe that, Bharath
Formula Karting eventgrant success can only accomplished by the students devoted
participation. So, the Kart drivers (Driver & Co – Driver) must have a valid medical insurance
with full accidental cover, which must be uploaded on the team account or event site. The
original copy of the insurance must be submitted to BFKCT organizing committee or the
management during the registration. Minimum INR 1,00,000 (One Lakhs) coverage must be
taken.
4.4 Driver’s Safety Gear

The following are the minimum requirements and restrictions that will be enforced through
technical inspection, at any stage of competition. All the parts of Driver’s Safety Gear must
meet the required rating (specified). No driver can allowe to drive the kart without the complete
driver’s safety gear in any of the dynamic event. All the safety gears shall have manufacturers
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labelled with month & year of manufacturing and expiry month& year, which is mandatory.
Without label and invoice, teams will not be allowed to participate.
4.5 Driver’s Suit

A fire resistant driver suit, made up of minimum of one layer that covers the entire body from the
neck down to the ankles and the wrists. The suit must be rated to either one of the following
standards and be labelled as such SFI 3-2A/1 (equivalent or higher) or FIA 8856-2000.
4.6 Underclothing (FIA or CIK or SFI rated)

It is strongly recommended that all drivers wear fire resistant underclothing (long pants and long
sleeve t-shirt) inside their approved driving suit. This fire resistant underclothing should be made
from an acceptable fire resistant material and should cover the driver’s body completely from
neck down to ankles and also the wrists.
NOTE: If you do not have fire resistant underclothing, it is strongly recommended that driver
must wear cotton underclothing (t-shirt and long underpants) inside the approved driving suit.
4.7 Helmet (FIA or CIK or SFI rated)

A well-fitting closed face helmet with ISI standard and above must be used. Open-faced and
motocross helmets are not allowed. 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.
4.8 Neck Support (FIA or CIK or SFI rated)

The neck support must be a full circle (360°) and SFI rated.
4.9 Balaclava (FIA or CIK or SFI rated)

A balaclava which covers the driver’s head, hair and neck, made from an acceptable fire resistant
material as or a full helmet skirt of acceptable fire resistant material. The balaclava requirement
applies to drivers of either gender, with any hair length.
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4.10 Gloves (FIA or CIK or SFI rated)

The gloves must be multilayered with extra foam sandwiched between them.
4.11 Shoes (FIA or CIK or SFI rated)
Fire resistant shoes made from acceptable fire resistant material, shoes must be certified to the
standard and labelled as such. SFI 3.3 or higher FIA 8856-2000
NOTE: Sport shoes / Canvas shoes / Leather shoes / Industrial safety shoes are not allowed at
any point of the event.
4.12 Socks (FIA or CIK or SFI rated)

Fire resistant socks made from acceptable fire resistant material or cotton socks that cover the
exposed skin between the driver’s suit and the boots/shoes.
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5. KART TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
5.1 Chassis Frame

The chassis frame is the central and supporting part of the whole kart. It must be sufficiently
resistant to be able to absorb the charges produced when the kart is in motion. It serves as the
rigid connection of the corresponding main parts of the chassis and for the incorporation of the
auxiliary parts. It gives the kart the necessary solidity for possible forces occurring when it is in
motion. The flexibility of the chassis frame corresponds to the elasticity limits of the tubular
construction. All the chassis main parts must be solidly attached to one another or to the chassis
frame. A rigid construction is necessary, no articulations. Articulated connections are only
authorized for the conventional support of the steering knuckle and for steering. Any other
device with the function of articulation in 1 or more axes is forbidden. Any hydraulic or
pneumatic absorbing device against oscillations is forbidden.
5.2 Chassis Material

Structural steel meeting the requirements of AISI1018/4130 or above. The tubular / rectangular
cross section may be used for the fabrication of the chassis with the dimension of outer diameter
of minimum 25.4 mm and the wall of thickness minimum 1.5 mm. The other cross and
supporting pipe must be seamless. The material certification is essentially required to be
produced during the technical inspection. Material should be certified from material testing
laboratories for its chemical and mechanical properties and the same report must be presented at
the time of technical inspection during the event.
5.3 Front, Rear and Side Bumper

Bumpers must be installed in the front, rear and side of the Kart such that it will cover the tyres
and protect the driver from any collision. Bumpers must be made up of steel tubes and the
chassis materials with the diameter of 25.4 mm and the wall thickness of 1.5 mm. Bumper
should not directly welded to the chassis, it must be rigidly fastened with bumper. Bumper can
be covered by elastic materials in order to reduce the impact force. Bumpers must have proper
accessibility to use as towing provision or point or where temporary toe rod can be pull the Kart.
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5.4 NERF Bar
The kart must be fitted to the NERF BAR on the both left
and right side of the kart. The NERF Bar materials may be
stainless steel, chrome or powder-coated steel. NERF Bar
with chassis material highly recommended. Nerf bar must
be welded with the chassis. Nerf Bar should have the
following dimensions
Dia of tube : 25.4 mm (min)

Thickness : 2 mm (min)
Length : 560 mm
Height : 254 mm (min) – 381 mm (max)
Over all Width : 1524 (Maximum)
5.5 Kart Dimension and Weight
Wheelbase : 40 inch (Minimum)

Track width : 70% of wheel base
Overall length : 76 inch (Maximum)
Overall width : 60 inch (Maximum)
Overall height : 38 inch (Maximum from the ground)
Ground Clearance : 1.5 inch (Minimum)
Turning Radius : 3.0 m (Maximum)
Weight : 140 Kg (Maximum – Without Driver)
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5.6 Kart Power Train

Teams can choose any Engine Meeting the Following Requirements
Engine Type : Single Cylinder, Four Stroke Gasoline Engine
Cooling System : Air Cooling Systems
Maximum Capacity : 130 CC
Type of Transmission : Manual gearbox / CVT
Engine Mount : Must be 3 or higher point mount
5.7 Engine Registration Document
Original invoice or the original vehicle registration papers (if vehicle belongs to a team member)
or No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the owner with the original Registration Papers is to be
submitted during Technical Inspection. If the teams don’t have the engine registration certificate
and no objection document, asked to get bonafide certificate from the Head of the Department or
Head of the Institution mention the engine make and number stating that this particular engine
belongs to the teams and if any discrepancy arises the department or institution will be sole
responsibility. The team fails to bring the above document or fail to submit the same which
leads to disqualifying from the event. At any circumstance WITHOUT ENGINE NUMBER
which leads to direct disqualifying from the event.
5.8 Engine Tuning
Teams are may tune the engine but it does not affect the engine actual cubic capacity CC. The
CC of the engine will be also checked before the dynamic round using sophisticated equipments.
BFKCT authorities trust the student community that, they are not involved to increasing the
cubic capacity while replacing the cylinder and piston etc., Further, it may notified by the
BFKCT inspection or organization or other college team members, it will lead to disqualifying
the team from the event. Even at the end of time trial or endurance heat technical inspectors may
disassemble parts if needed, for practical reasons. Team should have the crew and tools to
disassemble requested items. If the team members aren’t prepared to comply, the vehicle or part
assemblies may be taken to a shop for compliance checks. If the inspection is being performed as
part of the normal impounds inspection process the team will bear the cost of disassembly and
re-assembly.
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5.9 Engine Breather Nozzle

The engine breather nozzle or hole is used internal combustion engine to vent crankcase pressure
out of the engine. The vent can fit with ventilation pipe or hose. The open end should be
properly routed and kept in the perforated aluminum tin.
5.10 Transmission
Transmission should always rear wheels drive.
5.11 Chain Guard
There must compulsory and must efficiently cover the
chain and sprocket by using sheet metal of minimum
2mm thickness to ensure safety. The chain guard should
be rigidly mounted. Cover should be at least 20 mm gap
between the power train and chain guard.
5.12 Steering
The steering system must be able to control (simultaneously) front two (2) wheels. The steering
system must have positive steering stops that prevent the steering linkages from locking up
either in RH or LH turning (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 tyres from contacting
frame members during the track events. Allowable total steering system free play (inclusive of
play in all the steering linkages) is limited to a maximum of 7 degrees, measured at the steering
wheel. Steering wheel which a continuous rim not incorporating any reflex angles in its basic
shape. The rim must be manufactured with a metallic structure made of steel or aluminum. Any
device mounted on the steering wheel must not protrude by more than 20 mm from the plane
forward of the steering wheel and must not have sharp edges. Flexible steering controls by cable
or chain are forbidden. All parts of the steering must have a method of attachment offering
maximum safety (split pins, self-locking nuts or burred bolts). The steering column must have a
minimum diameter of 18 mm and a minimum wall thickness of 1.8 mm. It must be mounted with
a safety clip system for the lower bearing restraint nut.
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5.13 Brake System

The braking system must be installed for capable of stopping the Kart without losing control The
kart must have hydraulic braking system and the pedal must directly actuate the master cylinder
through a rigid link (i.e., cables are not allowed). All brake lines must be well routed and
securely mounted within the Kart. Electronic braking systems are not allowed. If any kart
having disc brake system, bleeding ports for disc caliper should be upside of piston mechanism
of caliper. There should be no leakage from the tandem master cylinder (TMC) or reservoir and
throughout the brake linings. Proper linkage setup should be done to actuate the tandem master
cylinder when press the brake pedal.
5.14 Brake Over Travel Switch

All the Karts must have properly mounted brake over travel switch or kill
switch. This switch must be positioned the extreme travel of the brake
pedal. The main function this systems is in case of brake failure or sudden
loss of hydraulic pressure or the over travel of the brake paddle it will
operate the switch. This switch must kill the motor (off the motor) and
other electrical equipment’s except brake light. Push to off switch must be used..
5.15 Fuel Tank and its Position

The fuel tank must be rigidly mounted to the Kart by at least two points.
The capacity of the fuel tank can be kept up to 5 liters. Every fuel tank
must have proper ventilation system and the spill out fuel should be
trapped in to catch tin. The catch tin material should be in aluminum.
The catch tin must be rigidly mounted on the kart. The drain hose should
be properly routed and clamped in right manner to the catch tin. The fuel Catch Tin
tank should be mounted in such a way that no heating parts or moving parts are not engaged or
be in contact with the tank. The fuel hose joint must be clamped by screw clamp.
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5.16 Brake Light

The Kart must have a OEM brake light, which is clearly visible from
the rear. BFKCT recommend to using LED brake light because it have
high visibility in sunlight. The light fittings must be mounted on
adequate location on the kart. All electrical wiring and connection
with good engineering practice are highly appreciable. Brake light
circuit must be powered by auxiliary battery power supply.
5.17 Exhaust System
The exhaust system should be chosen such that it can reduce the emission of harmful gases from
the exhaust as per the government norms. Recommend to use suitable catalytic converter and
mufflers. The exhaust system must properly shield to prevent the delicate parts should not get
affected from exposed engine heat. The exhaust system must be mounted properly to avoid the
physical contacts of the drivers or technical inspectors. Wrapping or Shielding of exhaust pipe
with cotton rope, jute rope is strictly prohibited. Team can use metallic porous sheets or relevant
equal material to cover the entire exhaust systems. Exhaust sound should not exceed 100
decibels. Exhaust should be inside karts periphery. Exhaust fumes must be discharged towards
the rear and downward flow of exhaust fumes.
5.18 Exhaust Noise Decibel Check
In order to reduce the noise, efficient exhaust silencers are compulsory. The noise limit in force
is 100 dB maximum, including all tolerances and the influence of the environment. Checks may
be carried out at any moment during the event or technical inspection. Some time the emission
check can be carryout on event venue. The team can afford the testing charges.
5.19 Emission Check
The emission check is a mandatory for all the kart. It is the responsibility of every citizen and
motorsports enthusiastic how they contribute to air pollution. All the team must carry the
emission test document and same to be submitted to the technical inspection. Some time the
emission check can be carryout on event venue. The team can afford the testing charges.
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5.20 Wheels: Rim and Tyres

The standard Go Kart tyre and rim must be used. The rims must be fitted with pneumatic
tyres (with or without tubes). The number of wheels is set at four. Only the tyres may come in
contact with the ground when the Driver is on board. By set of tyres is meant 2 front tyres and 2
rear tyres. All other combinations are forbidden. Any valve or system to adjust, limit or monitor
the tyre pressure when the tyre is in use is forbidden. The simultaneous use of tyres of different
makes or of “slick ” and “ wet weather ” tyres on a kart is forbidden in all circumstances. The
attachment of the wheels to the axles must incorporate a safety locking system (such as split pins
or self-locking nuts, circlips, etc.).
5.21 Driver Seat

Kart vehicle must have proper bucket Seats as shown in figure. The seat
must have 4 point mounting and rigid enough to withstand the dynamic
conditions during the track events. The driver seat must maintain at least
2 inch clearance from the firewall. Alignment of the Karting driver seat
must be parallel to Kart’s longitudinal axis.
5.22 Seating Ergonomics

While designing the kart, ergonomics design must be
consider for comfort of the driver. The knee angle
should be maintaining not less than 135°. Back angle
not less than 30° and elbow angle not less than 110°
during static conditions. The driver should able to see
around 180° form his / her seating position.
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5.23 Visibility
The engine compartment must be completely visible to the examiners in case they wish to see the
assembly. Furthermore, from the driver seated position, the driver can able to see clearly 180° on
either side without any obstructions to the field of view.
5.24 Driver Seat Belt

Driver seat belt not applicable to the Karting Motorsports.
5.25 Lock Nuts

Locking nuts are mandatory to be used everywhere in the Kart. Failure to fulfill these
requirements, the team will reject in Technical Inspection. Usage of normal nuts in moving
parts is strictly prohibited.
5.26 Bolts and Nuts

All bolts and nuts used in the kart must meet metric grade M 8.8 with nylon lock nut or
patched. The inert thread locking creates a secure fastening lock, which is resistant to vibration
and shock related slippage. Thread lockers spring washers are prohibited. All fasteners used
should have minimum three (3) threads showing past the nut.
5.27 Electrical Wires and Pipes Routing

No wire / pipe lines connections must go under the chassis. It is strictly forbidden. It should be
properly routed, should not make any contact with driver and rotating or moving parts. Wires or
pipes are not kept loose & make any contact with engine or exhaust system and that should be
properly tagged.
5.28 Fire Extinguisher

Each team must have at least two (2) nos. of 1 kg ABC type fire extinguishers. One rigidly
mounted with Kart and should be easily accessible to the driver in case of emergency. The other
one with the crew member during dynamic events. Fire extinguisher should be in working in
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condition. It should bear a sticker or a bill clearly mentioning its date of manufacturing and
month of expiry.
5.29 Kill Switch

The Kart must have at least two kill switches. The kill switch must kill engine ignition.
First Kill switch must be rigidly placed on easily accessible to the driver. The second
kill switch must be mounted the back side of the driver, which is easily accessible to the
team mates or other officials. Both the kill switch position must be clearly visible to
inspection team and others. Kill switches should be rigidly mounted .plastic tags or
insulation are not allowed. Kill switch should be red in color refer the image above.
5.30 Firewall
Firewall is a shield which protects the driver from the heat produced by the engine. It should be
made in such a manner that driver’s body parts are not affected by the engine heat at any time
during the dynamic/static condition. There should be minimum 3 inch clearance between the
firewall and the engine cylinder block, minimum 2 inch clearance between the driver and
firewall and minimum 1 inches clearance between the firewall and other parts of engine.
5.31 Floor Plate

Every Kart should have proper and rigid floor protecting plate. This could be help the driver
from any foreign particle accidentally entering from the bottom of the Kart during lap heat. It
must be from the front end of the kart to the rear part of driver seat.
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5.32 Kart Starting System

Kart must be enabled self-stating arrangement and kick start and rope pull start method is
strictly prohibited.
5.33 Unstable Kart

Any Kart exhibit handling issues or Kart dynamics such as wobbling the BFKCT technical
committee will not permitted to participate in dynamic events. This is the interest of safety of all
teams members and drivers.
5.34Kart Stand
Kart Stand is essentially required for every team during technical inspection. The design of the
stand can be anything but it must be able to move when pushed or pulled. The stand must be
ergonomically suitable to work on. The stand must be at least 30 inches from the ground. The
stand must be equipped with small Tyres or wheels, so that it can be easily moved. Team can use
pre-fabricated stand also.
5.35 Toe Point

There must be two toe points; one must be in front and the other must be in the rear. Toe points
must be painted with red colour for easy identification. Toe point must be rotate with 90°.
During the operation at any angle between 0-90° it should not losing the strength. During the
process toeing suitable rod must be used and ropes are not allowed.
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5.36 Body Work

The bodywork as shown below of the front panel must be designed and fabricated such that the
Kart number, team number, team name, team logo and the BFKCT logo to be displayed clearly.
There must be bodywork over rear bumpers, side bumpers and front bumpers and nose. Teams
have freedom to use any type of bodywork for aesthetic look of their kart. As in general driver
egress should be less than 5 seconds.
5.37 Identification of Kart

Each team will be given a Kart number and the Kart will be
called by this number in the whole event. Teams are advised not
to place any logos on the front part of the Kart because the Kart
number will be placed on the front of the Kart. The kart number
paste by the BFKCT organizer during the first day of the event.
Team no need to sticker the kart number.
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6. DESIGN VALIDATION ROUND (VIRTUAL)
6.1 Design Validation Round (VIRTUAL) (DVR)

DVR will be evaluated for 250 points which will not be added in overall score mentioned in
section 12, points in which presentation of all the research and development over the Kart is to
be given in front of the judges or online in 20 minutes (including questionnaire round) have 250
points and the team who are all successfully attended the DVR round team will get 100 points
which will be added in overall score. DVR details should be uploaded at the team portal on the
BFKCT website. The prime objective is to design, analysis and documentation of the Go-kart
vehicle. The design should be complete in all aspects to the extent of being considered ready to
Manufacturing. The teams will be evaluated based on their knowledge of the basic
automotive design, analysis and documentation about the Go-Kart design and manufacturing
requirements. NO ELIMINATION IN THE VIRTUAL ROUND.Further details/guidelines for
the virtual round will be released on team login page.
Documents required for DVR
1. Workshop (50 Points)
2. Kart Design
3. Design Report
4. Innovation Report
5. Cost Report
6. Design Validation Plan
7. Design Failure Mode Effect and Analysis (DFMEA)
8. Gantt Chart
1. Workshop with International Certification (Mandatory)

The one day workshop will be conducted by the BFKCT technical team to provide the insight
view on all the technical aspects of the electric kart. This workshop will cover the technical
aspects of Kart Regulations, various designs and simulation using Fusion 360, calculation
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parameters and racing circuit’s phenomena etc., Three (3) members from the team is mandatory
to attend this workshop. The workshop registration fee Rs.750 (including GST) per member.
All the workshop participants will get Autodesk International Certificate. This can help the
students to add in their resume or profile. The BFKCT plans to conduct the workshop in three
prime locations. The workshop venue and date will be intimated later or published in official
website. The participating team will get 50 points
2. Kart Design
The Kart design report should contain a complete design of the Kart including thenecessary
simulations with justifying the design and performance of the Kart. For the Kart design student
recommend to use Autodesk Fusion 360 software all the design development activities.
Autodesk Fusion 360 helps the students and professors to prepare for the future of design. It's the
first 3D CAD, CAM, and CAE tool of its kind, connecting your entire product development
process into one cloud-based platform. Teams are request to approach the BFKCT officials for
getting full functional free software for personal and college lab purpose.
3. Design Report
The design report should contain design and details of all the components used inthe kart and the
reason for selection of that particular component/system. Design report will be verified with the
Kart at the time of static and dynamic event, so the design must be done carefully. Document
must be submitted in pdf format. All the teams should provide design drafts of their Kart upon
entering the design tent. These drafts should show the basic design views of the major
components.
4. Innovation Report
The innovation will be evaluated during the event venue. The evaluation will be done on the
basis of team interview, proper working of innovation throughout the event (in all the dynamic
tests) and the concept of the innovation. Innovations which have been already done successfully
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in the field of Go Karting; will not be considered as the innovations, teams need to come up with
entirely new and unique idea of innovation with working and not only an idea.
5. Cost Report
The Kart must be manufactured in the budget INR 1,50,000. Market survey of all the
components/systems used in the manufacturing of the Kart in the form of cost report must be
submitted with the design report. The cost report should elaborate. Every component / assembly
of the Kart must be covered in the cost report. No need of accounting GST in the cost report.
Cost excluding GST is expected in the report.
6. 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 suitability with
external customers. All the virtual and real time tests and analysis are to be included in the
design validation plan.
6. DESIGN FAILURE MODE EFFECT AND ANALYSIS (DFMEA)

A DFMEA is often the first step of a system reliability study. It involves reviewing as many
components, assemblies, and subsystems as possible to identify failure modes, and their causes
and effects. For each component, the failure modes and their resulting effects on the rest of the
system are recorded in a specific FMEA worksheet. There are three different types of DFMEA
exists such as Functional, Design and Process. It is widely used in development and
manufacturing kart in various phases of the product life cycle analysis.
7. GANTT CHARTS
Gantt charts illustrate the start and finish dates of Art to Part elements of the go-kart fabrication
project. This chart is basically the management of the project and distribution of different tasks
of the team members completed with stipulated time. The Gantt chart must be attached along
with the design report.
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7. CHAMPIONSHIP ROUND
STATIC ROUND
7.1 Design Report VS Kart Analysis (Best Engineering Design and Best CAE)
The Kart will be verified with the design report. The major deviations from the design report
should not be allowed until otherwise complete justification given by the team with document.
Same way, BFKCT understands the student’s difficulties during the manufacturing process of
the kart. For the benefit of the students deviation up to 10% from the design report is acceptable.
Further it will lead to scoring low points.
7.2 Manufacturing Level

Good engineering practice will lead to good manufacturing skill. The Kart will be examined
and evaluated by the judges at the time of static and dynamic test, so the participating teams are
advised to manufacture the Kart with pre-planned strategies so that the Kart would be able to
compete in several tasks and tests.
7.3 DISCUSSION (QUESTIONNAIRE)

In the static test event, during evaluation and examine the Kart, technical team may interact with
team members as individual or whole. So, the BFKCT advised the team members to prepare kart
related technical details for exhibits their talent to impress the technical team members.
7.4 Innovation
The innovation planned in the Kart to be presented in Design Validation Round (Virtual). The
presented concepts will be discussed with the team and its working will be examined by the
technical team in the respective pit of the teams. Team needs to present innovation report at the
time of explaining the innovation. The innovation should be working and not just for the
concept.
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7.5 Technical Inspection

Before the dynamic event there will be Technical Inspection (TI) which does not carry any
points but is mandatory for participating in dynamic event. TI will be very strict based on
parameter and safety checks of the Kartgiven in the BFKCT Electric Kart Regulations Book. The
team will be given only 2 chances for the TI test failing in which the team will be considered
disqualified for the dynamic events.
7.6 Safety Equipment’s

Every team is advised to use proper safety equipment’s during manufacturing or during any
repair work carried out on site. Technical team will verify the safety equipment’s during
Technical Inspection.
7.7 Driver Exit Time

Maximum driver out time is 5sec, within this interval of time driver has to come out from the
cockpit. Driver must wear all safety gears.
7.8 Business Plan

Teams are expected to prepare a complete business plan by understanding the sector and
industry. 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 business plan presentation.
Every team has to submit the complete business plan report. Teams are advised not to include
any confidentiality agreement in the business plan; our aim is to evaluate the concept of your
business idea not to sell out your idea in market. Teams are expected to work upon the business
plan from end to end solution.
7.9 Dynamic Events

Scoring formula and other guidelines for the dynamic events will be given to the team captain in
the event venue.
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7.10 Brake Test (3 Attempts)

It’s mandatory to the Kart to clear the brake test for participating in any of the dynamic events.
The kart must stop in a straight line after the brake is applied and the wheels on which the brake
mechanism is associated must locked immediately after brake pedal is pressed. The braking
system capable of stopping the Kart in a straight line without losing control or skid during the
brake testwith the speed not less than 40 Kmph on a straight stretch of 30 meters and the
stopping distance less than 10 meters.Each Kart will be given only 3 attempts to clear the brake
test. If the kart not clears the brake test, further the kart will be disqualified from all the dynamic
events. Brake test parameters given in the track & break test location.
Kart dynamic stability will also be checked during this test, Kart possessing abnormal behavior
will be checked again. The TI can be cancelled if the Kart is found dynamically unstable or
unsafe in the Brake Test. Few frequently occurred problems are listed below
 Abnormal noise from the transmission
 Brake squeal noise
 Unbalanced frame or frame twisting or frame vibration
 Improper wheel alignment etc.,
If these issues found in the kart during the dynamic condition, Technical Inspection will have
rights to cancelled and chance will be provide to team to rectify it.
7.11 Acceleration Test

The objective of the acceleration determines the time taken by the kart to reach 50meter long on
the track. Each team will allow for two (2) attempts with same driver immediately. Best timing
will be taken from the two attempts. Timing may take using either electronic systems or stop
watches.
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7.12 Skid Pad Test

The objective of the skid-pad test is to measure the Kart cornering ability on a flat surface while
making a constant-radius turn. Furthermore, the meticulous skid pad layout can be prepared by
the BFKCT official to bring out driver inherent talent like driving skill, memory of the layout.
Two attempt given for each team. On completion of first attempt, driver takes second attempt
immediately. Failing in which the first attempt timing only considered. It is driver responsibility
to go around the skid pad layout and memorise the way in and out in the various location. Drive
have any doubt on the layout he or she can approach the officials for briefing. Once the kart
moved from the starting line after that the drive should not claim for any request like forgot the
layout, poor lighting, etc., or any other reasons. The skid pad layout will be disclosed at the
event venue.
Skid Pad Penalties
1. Wrong Direction : 5 Seconds
2. Hitting of tyre / Cone : 2 Seconds
3. Missing of Tyre / Cone / Gate : 5 Seconds
4. 3 Times missing of Tyre / Cone / Gate : DNF (Did not Finish)
BFKCT reserved the rights to change the layout and penalties points at the event venue.
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7.13 SEASON 3 SKID PAD LAYOUT (For Reference Only)

7.14 Autocross
The objective of the autocross event is to evaluate the Kart's maneuverability and handling
qualities on a tight course without the hindrance of competing Karts. The autocross course will
combine the performance features of acceleration, braking, and cornering into one event. Each
team will get one (1) attempt only. In the autocross event the cones will be place in straight line
with the distance of 3.5 m. The length of the heat will be reveal at the event venue.
Autocross Penalties
1. Hitting of tyre / Cone : 2 Seconds
2. Wrong Direction or Missing the Cone: DNF (Did Not Finish)
BFKCT reserved the rights to change the layout and penalties points at the event venue.
7.15 Wheel Dismantling and Assembly

It is an event to understand the driver and co-driver involvement and team spirit. The team can
participate this event before completing the technical inspection. Once the TI Sticker given to
the kart, the kart are not supposed enter to this event. Further, if it is found the team will be
disqualified from the all other dynamics events. During this event members can removed the
tyre with hub 2 minutes penalties will be added. Driver and Co – Driver alone can participate
this event. BFKCT reserved the rights to change the layout and penalties points at the event
venue.
7.16 Mr & Ms 360
Layout and rule will announced on track
Important Instructions
It is team responsibility to participate all the dynamic events. The various dynamic
event line up will be closed at 5.00 PM. Race Director can stop the events due to
low lighting or any natural climate condition, the kart in the line don’t have any
rights to ask the chance. So, the teams are advised to complete all the dynamics
events well in advance. The race director decision is final.
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8. ENDURANCE HEAT
8.1 Race Length
The race sessions may vary at each heat. It is the drivers or team responsibility to ascertain the
race length by information from the Officials. However, detailed briefing will be given to the
drivers by the race director before start the race. A race may be shortened or stopped at the
discretion of the Race Director. An incomplete race will be not counted, and no points or prizes
will be awarded.
8.2 Qualifying Heats

Each Qualifying Heat will have 5 to 8 laps according to the race director decision. The points
will be awarded based on the time taken for the completion lap. The qualifying heat formation
batch based on the acceleration timing.
8.3 Warm up Laps

There should be at least one (1) warm-up lap or partial lap, either with or without a Pace Car.
The number of warm-up laps will usually be one (1). During this warm up laps driver should not
drive the kart fast and overtake. The warm up lap will be stated from the starting line after grid
positioning. After completion of warm up lap the kart will come to their respective grid for
stating the race.
8.4 Kart Standing Position

Grid will take place on track after the kart have left the hot pit lane. The kart will complete the
warm-up lap(s) with or without the Pace Car. Upon completion of the warm-up lap(s), the driver
will grid themselves according to the allocation given to them. It is the driver responsibility to
know his/her starting grid position. All drivers will position themselves on the track and will
leave at least one (1) kart length space between themselves and the kart in front. Any kart that is
misaligned at the start of the race may be penalized one (1) position. Misaligned means that the
kar is too close to the kart in front of them, or too far ahead of the ”pole side” kart beside them.
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Any car that is wrongly positioned may be repositioned in the finishing order. Wrong position
means that the competitor has taken the wrong intended grid or row position.
8.5 Flagman Timed Start (split or not)

The Starter will raise a flag over his / her head and open it slowly. After displaying an open
green flag for approximately five (5) seconds, the Starter will drop the flag. The single or group
of kart will leave the starting line. In the case of a second kart or group of kart, the flagman will
repeat the process; and again for every subsequent start.
8.6 Light System Timed Start (split or not)

When applicable, there should be a three (3) colored light system used. Each light will be
individually lit until all lights are on. Approximately five (5) seconds after all lights are on, all
lights will go out. The absence of all the lights will be the signal to start the race.
8.7 Endurance Heat

All the eligible karts for the endurance heat will be single or more batches (number of karts per
batch will be decided on the endurance day only). The length of the race will be approximately
45 to 60 minutes or number of laps. The points will be calculated based on the time taken for the
completion lap. The endurance heat grid formation based on the qualifying round rank position.
General Qualifying and Endurance Heat Guideline
 It is strictly forbidden for Drivers to drive their karts in a direction opposite that of the
race, unless this is strictly necessary to remove
 During Qualifying and Endurance Heats, Drivers may use the track only and must at all
times observe the dispositions of the Code relating to driving on circuits. The circuit is
defined by the white lines on both sides of the track. Drivers are allowed to use the whole
width of the track between these lines. If the four wheels of a kart are outside these lines,
the kart is considered as having left the track.
 During Qualifying and Endurance Heats, a kart that stops must be removed from the
track as rapidly as possible in order for its presence not to constitute a danger or be an
impediment for other Drivers. If the Driver is unable to remove the kart from a dangerous
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position by driving it, it is the marshals’ duty to help them. However, if the kart restarts
by the driver without any assistance, kart can rejoin the race after getting approval and
flag sign from the marshals’.
 Furthermore, if the driver getting any assistance from marshals’ or fellow teams members
as a result of such help, it will be disqualified the Kart from the particular race.
 During Qualifying and Endurance Heats, a kart that stops must be removed from the
track as rapidly as possible. Except for medical or safety reasons, the Driver must stay
close to his kart until the end of race.
 Any repairs with tools are banned in track circuit or during racing. It is forbidden to take
any tools and/or spare parts on board the kart.
 Recharging of the battery during the dynamics rounds are not allowed
 Except in cases expressly provided for by the Regulations or by the Code, no one except
the Driver is authorized to touch a stopped kart.
 When the track is closed by the Race Direction during Qualifying and Endurance Heats
and after the finish until all concerned karts, whether they are mobile or not, have arrived
at the finish or exiting lane no one is allowed to accede to the track, with the exception of
marshals carrying out their duties and of Drivers when they are driving.
 If a Driver is faced with mechanical problems during the Qualifying or Endurance Heats
kart must evacuate the track as soon as possible for safety reasons.
 A speed limit may be imposed in the pit lane, warm up &races laps. Any Driver braking
this speed limit will be imposed a penalty 100 points provided.
 If a Driver is involved in a collision, he must not leave the circuit without the Stewards’
permission.
 Official instructions will be transmitted to the Drivers by means of the flag signals. Team
members should not use flags similar to these ones in any way whatsoever.
 The starting up, running up, warming up or testing of kart in the pit as well as in the
Reserved Areas is strictly prohibited. Offenders will be penalized by a fine of minimum
Rs.1000. In the event of repeated breach, the stewards may disqualify the driver
concerned of the competition.
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 In the case of a rain or wet condition the choice of tyres will be left to the appreciation of
the Drivers, the Race Director or Clerk of the race reserving the right to use the black flag
if he deems that a Driver’s kart is fitted with the wrong set of tyres and that the Driver is
too slow and dangerous for other Drivers. The use of slick tyres is therefore mandatory in
dry condition case.
 The event will not be canceled due to inclement weather. It is the responsibility of the
driver to bring appropriate equipment such as rain tyres, clothing, etc.
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9. SIGNIFICATION OF FLAGS
Flag signals to be used by the Race Director, the Clerk of the race or his deputy at the start line
9.1 BFKCT flag
This flag is normally used to start the race.
9.2 Red flag
Flag will be waved at the start line when it has been decided to stop the race
9.3 Black and White checkered flag
Flag will be waved. It signifies the end of a practice session or a race.
9.4 Black Flag
Flag will be used to inform the Driver concerned that he must stop at his pit or at the place
designated in the Supplementary.
9.5 Black flag with an Orange Dot
Flag will be used to inform the Driver concerned that his / her kart has mechanical problems
likely to endanger himself or others and means that the he must stop at the assembly area
immediately or on the next lap.
9.6 Yellow Flag
This is a signal of danger and will be shown to Drivers in two ways with the following meanings:
9.7 Single Waved: reduce your speed, do not overtake and be prepared to change direction.
There is a hazard on the edge or on part of the track.
9.8 Double Waved: reduce your speed, do not overtake and be prepared to change direction or
stop. There is a hazard wholly or partly blocking the track.
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10. ON COURSE CONTACT
10.1 Flag Observance
All flag rules must be obeyed.
Rough, Careless, and Irresponsible Driving
Any driver, deemed by the Race Director, displaying rough, careless, and/or irresponsible
driving may be disqualified. The Race Director shall have the rights to take course of action.
10.2 Crashes
If a driver is involved in a major crash or roll-over, the driver may exit the Kart if it is safe to do
so. The driver is responsible for determining if and when he/she should exit the kart. Once clear
of the kart the driver will wait in a safe area away from the track surface and impact zones until
the Emergency Response Team arrives.
10.3 Heating of Tyres
Weaving to heat tyres (scrubbing) is prohibited on track. Furthermore, Weaving to heat tyres
(scrubbing) is prohibited in the pitlane at all times.
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11. SCORING AND RACE RESULTS

11.1 Race Starter
A driver must cross the starting line, under “green track conditions,” with a kart under its own
power, at some time during the race, but before the checkered flag is displayed.
11.2 Race Finisher

A driver must complete at least half the distance covered by the winning kart of his/her to be
considered a race finisher. The kart need not be running at the time of the checkered flag to be
considered a finisher. A driver has five (5) minutes from the time that the lead kart of the race
took the checkered flag to complete his/her final lap.
11.3 Winner
The winner of a race is the driver that completes the prescribed number of lapsor that completes
the most laps in the prescribed time. The winning kart need not be running at the end of the race.
11.4 Finish / Starting Line

The Finish Line and / or Starting Line and / or timing location may vary in relation to the Starter.
It is the drivers’ responsibility to ascertain the location of the Finish Line and / or Starting Line
and / or timing location for each event.
11.5 Adjustments by the Race Director

The Race Director reserves the right to make changes in rules and/or penalties and / or derive the
time and points to ensure fairness of all aspects of competition. He/she will make every effort to
correct problem situations to the fairness of the majority before invoking penalties, in full or in
part.
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11.6 Good Sportsmanship

BFKCT considers good sportsmanship to be the very essence of the sport, and the basic
foundation of any competition. Competitors are expected to hold the qualities of fairness,
honesty, courtesy, and justice to be more important than the outcome of the race. Real
sportsmen/women may have an intense desire to win, but not at all costs. A person that has won
by cheating, or by any means less than honorable, has simply found a way to acquire a trophy,
but not a victory.
11.7 Unsportsmanlike Conduct

Any unsportsmanlike conduct, on any scale, is not welcome at BFKCT events. Acts of
unsportsmanlike conduct have many forms such as arguing, yelling, intimidation, aggressive
physical contact, and losing without grace. Other forms are willfully using non-performance
technicalities to hurt another competitor’s point standings to the benefit of one’s own,
“sandbagging,” and failing to report a mistake in scoring that benefits themselves.
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12. POINTS TABLE
S.No. Description Points
V1 Workshop on Design and Development of Kart 50
V2 Design Validation (All the Attended Team) 100
Static Events (550 Points)

S1 CAD & CAE 125
S2 Engineering Design 125
S3 Entrepreneur Initiatives (Business Plan) 100
S4 Innovation 100
S5 Wheel Dismantling & Assembly 100
Dynamic Events (800 Points)

D1 Skid Pad 150
D2 Autocross 100
D3 Acceleration 100
D5 Endurance 400
D6 Build Quality 50
Total 1500
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THIS KART REGULATIONS BOOK IS AN OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE

BHARATH FORMULA KARTING

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rules and regulations, it is the participant’s responsibility to immediately contact the

Bharath Formula Karting Powered by CADD Technologies of School of Design, No.33,

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event, automotive related or otherwise.

Section Description Page No.

A ABOUT “BHARATH FORMULA KARTING” 5

A. ABOUT “BHARATH FORMULA KARTING”

Bharath Formula Karting is a student karting competition powered by CADD Technologies

reputed industry to all the deserved participants to shape their carrier.

B. ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Digital Prototyping and Building Information

guiding us to serve the student community in a better way. Visit www.caddtechnologies.com.

C. AERIAL PERSPECTIVE OF BFKCT SEASON 1 , 2 & 3

distributed the Championship trophy and Cash Prize.

Industries for placements and internship opportunities to the participants’ betterments.

Girls Spinning on Track

adjustments in final assembly.

5. All the participants must wear shoes

welding only BFKCT prescribed location or pit or area

disqualified or heavily penalized

If it is found the team may disqualify from the event or round

please feel free to approach the officials

any hesitation or permission

This is due to avoid unnecessary trespassing.

A kart is a land single seater vehicle without a roof or a

cockpit, without suspensions and with or without

bodywork elements, with 4 non aligned wheels that are in

contact with the ground, the 2 front ones of which control

the direction and the other 2 rear ones, connected by a

chassis (including the bodywork), the tyres and the

1. OFFICIALS AND THEIR DUTIES

1.2 BFKCT Officials- General Philosophy

1.3 Executive Director

1.4 Chief Secretary

1.5 Event Director

1.6 Timing and Scoring

1.7 Chief Scrutinizer

1.8 Tech Inspectors

Tech Inspectors work at the direction of the Chief Scrutinizer

1.9 Race Director

2. BFKCT RULES AND REGULATIONS

2.2 Validity of the Rules

2.3 Rules Compliance

2.5 Participating in the Event

Teams are advised to submit the Technical document on time:

2.6 Right to Impound

2.7 Violations of Intent

2.8 Behavioural Attitude: Misbehaviour

2.9 Arguments with the Officials

2.10 Drugs and illegal Material

2.12 Preliminary Review – Required

2.13 Causes for Remonstration

2.14 Who can file the Remonstration?

2.16 Remonstration Period

2.18 List of Prefabricated Parts

ENTRY WITHOUT PERMISSION ON TRACKS: Penalty of 100 points / Team Disqualify

3. TEAM REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS