All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV)

Designed suspension and steering systems for a competitive off-road vehicle, focusing on durability and handling.

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Overview

Designed and developed mechanical systems for a competitive All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) intended to operate reliably under harsh off-road conditions. The project focused on durability, handling stability, and performance in a national-level engineering competition.

Problem

Off-road vehicles experience extreme loading, uneven terrain, and impact forces that challenge suspension integrity and steering reliability. Competitive ATV designs must balance strength, weight, and manufacturability while maintaining predictable handling and driver safety.

Solution

Developed a mechanically robust ATV platform with a focus on optimized suspension and steering systems. The design emphasized durability under dynamic loading, stable handling across varied terrain, and ease of fabrication and maintenance.

My Role

• Designed suspension and steering systems
• Modeled components and assemblies using CAD tools
• Performed analysis and iterative design refinement to balance strength and weight
• Contributed to sheet-metal and composite bodywork design

System Architecture (Mechanical Focus)

• Suspension: Tuned geometry for off-road durability and ride stability
• Steering: Mechanism optimized for responsive control and reliability
• Chassis Integration: Mechanical systems integrated for structural integrity
• Bodywork: Sheet-metal and composite components for ergonomics and protection

Key Engineering Challenges

• Designing for high-impact and uneven terrain
• Balancing mechanical strength with weight constraints
• Ensuring repeatable performance under competition conditions

Validation and Testing

• Design validated through manufacturing, assembly, and competitive testing
• Performance evaluated in real off-road environments rather than simulations alone

Outcome

• Vehicle achieved a top-six national ranking among more than 80 competing teams
• Demonstrated durability, handling stability, and reliable mechanical performance
• Project delivered a competition-ready vehicle through collaborative engineering execution

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