Learning objectives
The student will be able to deepen the applications of engineering principles to the automotive world, and in particular to racing cars.
Soft skills development through team work.
Prerequisites
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Course unit content
Design of Formula Student single-seater; study of Formula Student rules, design and integration of components and mechanisms part of the vehicle. Production and assembly in the laboratory Formula Student of a single-seater. It will also be possible, for a limited group of students, to do laboratory activity regarding design and production of components making up a Formula Student single-seater. The number of students which will be able to access the laboratory activity is limited to 70 people due to the available space.
Full programme
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Bibliography
W.F. Milliken, D.L. Milliken, “Race Car Vehicle Dynamics”
E. Benzing, “Ali. Progettazione e applicazione su auto da corsa.”
L.A. Carlsson, G.A. Kardomateas, “Structural And Failure Mechanics Of Sandwich Composites”
Lecture notes available on the Elly online platform.
Teaching methods
Seminar classes about electric vehicle design and Formula Student Rules.
Group laboratory activities
Assessment methods and criteria
Report on the laboratory activity and oral examination, or alternatively oral examination about the theroretical content of the course.
Other information
http://www.uniprrt.it/it/home-it/
2030 agenda goals for sustainable development
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