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Design and Optimization of a Formula SAE Race Car

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The purpose of Formula SAE is to provide students an opportunity to design, fabricate, and then demonstrate the performance of a prototype race car. This project focused primarily on a major redesign of the previous WPI FSAE car. The areas addressed for improvement include the chassis, front suspension components and geometries, tuning the continuously variable transmission (CVT), the air intake, exhaust system, engine mounting, fuel tank, braking components, and the uprights for the front suspension. With weight reduction in numerous systems of at least ten percent, analytical design of all components, and increased drive compartment size, the final product is lighter, more efficient, and provides more room and comfort for the driver than its predecessor.

  • This report represents the work of one or more WPI undergraduate students submitted to the faculty as evidence of completion of a degree requirement. WPI routinely publishes these reports on its website without editorial or peer review.
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  • E-project-042612-103255
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  • 2012
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  • 2012-04-26
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