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Carleton Formula Student
Formula Student
Overview for 2014-2015
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What is Formula Student?
• Engineering Program
• Design, Build, Test and Compete
• International Design Competition
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Vehicle Specs • Powertrain
• 250cc gas engine
• Chassis
• Tubular Space-Frame
• Composite Components
• Performance
• Top Speed: 120 kph
• 0-100kph: <4 s
• Cornering: 1.5g
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Program Objectives
• Learn Engineering Project Life Cycle
• Develop Team Work
• Learn about Business - Project Realities
• Take Responsibility
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Design Cycle
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Vehicle Life Cycle
• RR14: Testing
• RR15: Manufacturing
• RR16: Design
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Project Team
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Chassis – Tubular Steel
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Composite
Tub
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Weight
• 2014 <350lbs
• 2015 <325lbs
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Tires
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Future Directions
• Technology
• Flexures
• Electric Powertrain
• Value Engineering
• Composites
• Chassis
• Suspension
• Drive shafts
• Control Systems
• Conservation/Performance
• Fly By Wire Control
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Expectations • Design/Manufacturing/Testing
• Meet Customer Requirements
• Use Creativity
• Prepare Reports
• Specification Report
• Design Report
• Manufacturing Report
• Effort/Commitment
• Attend All Project Meetings
• Vehicle design/build = significant effort!
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Questions?