Update

This is the latest update on the progress from the Team GreenMile.

We procured the following articles for our project:

1.) 24V, 2 HP, series DC motor

It is a second hand motor but in good condition. We got it from the second hand market in Coimbatore. As DC series motors don't come in this rating (usually comes in 230VDC), you have to custom make a new one. There are a lot of motor manufacturing industries around Coimbatore. Upon enquiry we found that a custom made DC series motor of this rating will cost anywhere from 15K to 20K. We got ours at 8.5K. The motor is in fabulous condition and at this price, its a steal.

2.) two 16 x 4 solid rubber tyres

Forms the back tyres of the quad. Solid tyres, though heavier, are desired as they will be able to withstand all the weight of the vehicle plus make it easily thru all the rough roads. You can find many tyre manufacturers in Coimbatore. There are a lot of wholesale outlets in Upplipalayam, Coimbatore.

3.) two 12 x 2 solid rubber tyres.

These are enough for the front as they are a little less heavier and will be easier to control with the handle bar. 

Plus, we have already designed the chassis and the same is being fabricated. More details in a new post exclusively for the chassis.

We are looking for quotations for motor contrillers that we are going to use, prefarbly, Curtis make. 

Sponsorship

Team GreenMile is happy to announce that this project is being partly sponsored by AERO-SPORTS.US. We thank Mr. M.R.K Menon for his dedication, faith and support.

AERO-SPORTS.US

Aero-Sports.US has been founded by M.R.K Menon an NRE based in New York where he is engaged in Computer Training, Accounting Consulting, Film Making etc. Their goal is to introduce Control Line & R/C Model Airplanes in India in a big way. Their factory located in Trivandrum, Kerala has commenced production and our ready to Fly Control Line & R/C model airplanes are available together with an ambitious plan to provide self employment opportunities to 1000 youngsters who are interested in a career in Model Aviation. One of their goals is to sponsor a deserving Aero modeler in India to participate in world class Control Line Flying Championships held in the USA from time to time. M.R.K Menon as CEO of Aero-Sports.Us is an Associate Member of the prestegious AMA (Academy of Model Aeronautics) the governing body of all types of Aeromodeling activities in the USA.

Back In Action!!!

Hi friends,

We know that things have been different for quite a few months. Its not that we lacked the enthusiasm that made us take up the project i the first place. Building India's first indigenous electric ATV is no small thing for us. But we were stuck up with the usual college works like exams and assignments.  But now, as the last semester has dawned upon us, we are back in action. Things weren't silent while this blog was. Lots were happening at our side. You can catch up on all of that here. 

Regards,

Team GreenMile