Design of Steering Components for a Race Car

Abstract

This present study addresses the issue of efficient turning radius by discussing the design of steering arm, rack and pinion gears and its position. A focus on design of steering arm, rack and pinion gears and the materials selected in manufacturing and factors that leads to failure. This is an approach to invent the effective technologies and methodology available to enhance the turning radius and to avoid steering system failure due to wear and tear of gears and tie rod failure. In particular, the effectiveness of certain alloys in resisting shear force on steering arm and its fracture .The effectiveness of hardening in protecting the rack from wear and tear when exposed to load acting on them.