1. Chris McHugh Randy Fulcher
ODU FSAE Car
Ashley Wyatt
Xavier Thompson
Matt Galles
Bobby Costen
Chris McHugh Randy Fulcher

2. 2013-2014 vs. 2014-2015 Car Performed well but: Cornering Suspension
Intake Manifold
Oversized
Resolutions:
Suspension redesign
Intake relocated
Frame reductions
Braking Stability

3. Frame 95th percentile 10” diameter impact Safety factor above helmet
Imaginary line from mid hoop to main hoop

4. Main Hoop
Mid Hoop
Front Hoop

6. Frame

7. Vent hood
Fabricate
Sheet Metal
Plastic Ductwork
1 Phase Motor

8. 2013-2014 vs. 2014-2015 Suspension Pull Rod Poor cornering
Limited adjustability
Push rod
Adjustability
Improved Handling

9. Incorporates Caster and KPI
Front Suspension
Lightweight Uprights
Improved Roll Centers
Incorporates Caster and KPI
Improved Camber Gain

10. Camber Change Calculator

12. Camber Vs. Steering Input Calculator
Excel Calculator Developed to Output Camber Angle for Varying Caster, KPI, and Steering inputs

13. Redesigned Lightweight Uprights
Lengthened to Improve Roll Centers
Overall Weight Reduced
Constructed from 6061-T6 Aircraft Grade Aluminum

14. Coil Over Redesign Proper shocks can correct handling problems
Stiffer shocks heat up tires faster
1 to 1 rocker ratio

15. FSAE PS-78PB-DA

16. Rear Suspension Change from Pull-Rod to Push-Rod System
Suspension articulation will be increased
Redesigned A-arms to eliminate bending moments

17. Rear Upright Design Weight Reduction Adjustability
Room for Brake Caliber Attachment
Adjustable Toe- In /Out

18. Ackermann Steering Geometry

19. Ackermann Steering Geometry

20. Rack-and-Pinion Steering

21. Wheels
Carbon Fiber Wheels
Over budget
Aluminum
Magnesium

22. Braking Force per Individual Brake
60% in the Front, 40% in the Rear

23. Brake Selection Moved to 2+2 Braking System
Will utilize same calipers, master brake cylinders
Different size Rotors for braking distribution
Modifications to rear and front uprights in process
Splined Rear Wheel Hub
Splined Rotor Mount
Brake Caliper Bracket

24. Selection Criteria Based on
Car & Driver mass of 310 kg (Last years car + 90kg driver)
3 second stop time from 50 mph ( m/s)

25. Braking Components
1-3/4” Splined Rotor Mount
Wilwood GP2000 Single

27. Budgeted Hours

28. Budget $15,000 $ - $14,917 $ 82.72 Front Upright Material $14,787
Funds
Cost
Part
$15,000 $
$14,917 $
Front Upright Material
$14,787 $
Rear Upright Material
$14,772 $
Rear A-Arm Ends Material
$14,022
$ 1,500.00
Shocks
$13,694 $
Rack and Pinion
$13,622 $
Stiletto Boots with Wires
$13,598 $
Stiletto Splined Coupler
$13,499 $
Wilwood GP200 Caliper
$13,439 $
Wilwood C-M Brake Pads