Mechanical Components

Frame

Wheels

Steering

Suspension

Seat
The place within the frame where your driver sits.
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Resources:
Electrathon Handbook, p6

Safety Belt
Restrains the driver in case of collision. Be sure this meets all safety requirements!
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Resources:
Electrathon Handbook, p10

Brake
System that allows driver to slow and stop vehicle.
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Resources:
Electrathon Handbook, p8,23

Axles
The bar connecting the wheels allowing them to turn.
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Resources:
Electrathon Handbook, p23
Electrical Components

Battery

Motor
The motor converts electrical energy to mechanical energy.
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Resources:
Electrathon Handbook, p24

Instrumentation
Tells the driver and users information about inner systems of the vehicle and its surroundings.
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Resources:
Electrathon Handbook, p24

Throttle

Drive Train
Translates power from the motor into movement of the wheels.
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Resources:
Electrathon Handbook, p21

Wires, Connectors, Fuses
Essential components connecting and regulating electrical components.

Switches, Relays, Contactors
Electronically operated switches
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Resources:
Electrathon Handbook, p9

Controller
Electronic control of power to the motor.
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Resources:
Electrathon Handbook, p24