University of Alabama Formula SAE 2005 Presentation Event Thursday, May 19 th, 2005

May 19th, 2005Formula SAE Presentation Event Agenda  Market Need  Product Overview  Marketability  Manufacturing  Finances  Conclusions

May 19th, 2005Formula SAE Presentation Event Market Need  Middle-aged, Middle-class Male  Weekend/Amatuer Racer (Solo II)  Non-Impulsive  Performance-Driven  Range of Competitive Levels – Focused Driver – Monthly Enthusiast – Thrill Seeker

May 19th, 2005Formula SAE Presentation Event Market Need  Survey at local SCCA Solo II events ScoresAesthetics Acceleration/P ower Handling/ Cornering Reliability Average (of 10) Alabama Region SCCA Members Surveyed

May 19th, 2005Formula SAE Presentation Event Product Overview  2005 Crimson Racing Formula SAE

May 19th, 2005Formula SAE Presentation Event Product Overview  2005 Crimson Racing Formula SAE

May 19th, 2005Formula SAE Presentation Event Product Overview  2005 Crimson Racing Formula SAE – 0-60mph: 3.9sec – 60-0mph: 75ft ****** – 1.45g lateral acceleration – 450lbs dry weight – rear wheels

May 19th, 2005Formula SAE Presentation Event Marketability  2005 Crimson Racing Formula SAE – Aesthetic appeal – High performance qualities – Reliability testing

May 19th, 2005Formula SAE Presentation Event Manufacturing  Shipping & Receiving – Purchased Parts  Component Fabrication – Conventional Machining Processes – CNC Mill – Tig Welding

May 19th, 2005Formula SAE Presentation Event Manufacturing  Production Process – 4 vehicles/day – 800 min/vehicle – 8 man production team

May 19th, 2005Formula SAE Presentation Event Finances

May 19th, 2005Formula SAE Presentation Event Conclusions  Quality Product  Marketable Platform  Specific Customer Needs  Simple Manufacturing Techniques  Financially Viable