SUBTEAMS
AERODYNAMICS
ELECTRONICS
COMPOSItes
DRIVETRAIN
BUSINESS
ERGONOMICS
POWERPLANT
VEHICLE DYNAMICS
FRAME
Aerodynamics
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Designing aerodynamic elements
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Optimize airflow through CFD simulation and testing
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Aerodynamic package validation and testing
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Maintain vehicle balance and stability
BUSINESS
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Securing critical funding through sponsorships, funding applications, and fundraising opportunities
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Ensure accurate recording of team expenses and assist all subteams with budget constraints
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Develop marketing strategies and media presence
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Seek additional partnerships to create value for sponsors and members
Composites
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Manufacture and test carbon fiber body parts
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Construct strong and light body parts
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Layups: body panels, floorboards, hood, nosecone, aerodynamic elements
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Composite Mechanical Testing
DRIVETRAIN
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Design and maintain driveline system
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Optimize power transfer to wheels
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Gearing optimization for maximum torque
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Differential tuning
ELECTRONICS
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Wiring harness for car
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Engine tuning
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Ignition reliability
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Data acquisition
ERGONOMICS/CONTROLS
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Driver seating position and comfort optimization
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Control positions and testing
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Steering wheel, pedals, control interface design and construction
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Safety and usability
FRAME
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Design and build frame jig and frame
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CAD
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Machining/Manufacturing
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Welding
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Simulated and Physical Testing
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Increase weld quality
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Reduce weight through redesigns
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Validate simulated values with practical testing
POWERPLANT
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Fuel system
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Cooling system
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Intake and exhaust
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Engine tuning
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System integration of all components
Vehicle DYnamics/SUspension
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Suspension design
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Vehicle simulation/Modelling
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Vehicle Setup Tuning
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Tuning for driveability (dampers, RH, ARBs)
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Track data analysis, sim validation
