1. Road Runner
By: Zachary Bradley

2. “Real” Dragsters
The NHRA (National Hot Rod Association) Top Fuel dragsters can exceed 280 mph in just 660 feet.

3. Similarities/Differences
Research how real dragsters and the dragsters you are designing are related….example: Are aerodynamics a consideration for both?
List 5 facts showing the similarities
List 5 facts showing differences

4. Word Research
Find the Definitions of the following words (use more than one slide if necessary. Tell how each word helps make the dragster faster.
Fluid
Mass
Aerodynamics
Drag
Lift
Rear Suction
Down Force
Frontal Area

5. Safety Regulations
Knowing your limitations- being aware of safety regulations,
materials allowed, specifications, tolerances and functionality.
Find out what types of safety regulations are required / Needed for real dragsters.

6. Tribology Research- Tribology (give definition)
How does it affect your dragsters speed?
Does the paint job affect your car: Why or why not?

7. Careers
List 5 careers that are related to the Dragster Design and how they relate to dragsters. Show a Picture for each…add slides as needed.

8. Sources Slide Sources should be listed as follows:
Real Dragsters…..
Safety Regulations….
Tribology….
Careers….