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Formula Hybrid organized by organized by Dartmouth CollegeApril 30th – May 3rd New Hampshire, United States

Formula SaE micHigan organized by SAE InternationalMay 9th – 12th Michigan, United States

Formula SaE lincoln organized by SAE InternationalJune 20th – 23th Nebraska, United States

Formula SaE-auStralaSiaorganized by SAE AustraliaAustraliawww.saea.com.au/formula-sae-a

Formula SaE – braSil organized by SAE Brasil Brasilwww.saebrasil.org.br

Formula SaE – italy organized by ATAItalywww.ata.it/formulaata/formulasaeit

Formula StudEnt organized by IMeche in partnership with SAEUnited Kingdomwww.formulastudent.com

Formula StudEnt gErmanyorganized by VDIGermanywww.formulastudent.de

http://students.sae.org/competitions/formulaseries/

2012 Formula SAE Series

Official Events

Formula SAE® California

2012 SAE President’s Message

Concept of the Competition

tablE oF contEntS:Concept of the Competition ..................... 2

Schedule ......................... 4

Awards ............................ 6

Sponsors ......................... 7

CA Teams listed by Country ....................... 8

Team Information ........... 10

Key Players .................... 40

The Formula SAE ® Series competitions challenge teams of university undergraduate and graduate students to conceive, design, fabricate and compete with small, formula style, autocross cars. To give teams the maximum design flexibility and the freedom to express their creativity and imaginations there are very few restrictions on the overall vehicle design. Teams typically spend eight to twelve months designing, building, testing and preparing their vehicles before a competition. The competitions themselves give teams the chance to demonstrate and prove both their creation and their

engineering skills in comparison to teams from other universities around the world. Registered for this event are 80 teams from colleges and universities. The end result is a great experience for young engineers in a meaningful engineering project as well as the opportunity of working in a dedicated team effort.

For the purpose of this competition, the students are to assume that a manufacturing firm has engaged them to produce a prototype car for evaluation as a production item. The intended sales market is the nonprofessional weekend autocross racer. Therefore, the car must have very high performance in terms of its acceleration, braking, and handling qualities. The car must be low in cost, easy to maintain, and reliable. In addition, the car’s marketability is enhanced by other factors such as aesthetics, comfort and use of common parts. The manufacturing firm is planning to produce four (4) cars per day for a limited production run and the prototype vehicle should actually cost below $25,000. The challenge to the design team is to design and fabricate a prototype car that best meets these goals and intents. Each design will be compared and judged with other competing designs to determine the best overall car.

Over the course of three days, the cars are judged in a series of static and dynamic events including: technical inspection, cost, presentation, and engineering design, solo performance trials, and high performance track endurance. These events are scored to determine how well the car performs. In each event, the manufacturing firm has specified minimum acceptable performance levels that are reflected in the scoring equations.

tHE Following pointS arE poSSiblE: Static Events 75 Presentation(Thursday) 150 Design 100 Cost Analysis

dynamic Events 75 Acceleration(Friday & Saturday) 50 Skid-Pad 150 Autocross 100 Fuel Economy 300 Endurance

total pointS 1000

Static EvEntSdesign report: The students explain their constructive solutions to a jury of experts from the automotive and motorsport industries in report and discussion. The concept of the design event is to evaluate the engineering effort that went into the design of the car and how the engineering meets the intent of the market. The car that illustrates the best use of engineering to meet the design goals and the best understanding of the design by the team members will win the design event.

cost report: The students are to assume that a serial production of 1000 cars a year will follow the prototype. The cost calculation is discussed with a jury based on a report. The objective of the event is for the participants to learn and understand the manufacturing techniques and processes of some of the components that they have chosen to purchase rather than fabricate themselves.

presentation: The objective is to evaluate the team’s ability to develop and deliver a comprehensive business case that will convince the executives of a fake manufacturing firm that the team’s design best meets the demands of the amateur weekend autocross racing market and that it can be profitably manufactured and marketed.

dynamic EvEntSacceleration: The race cars are evaluated on their accelerating abilities from a standing start over a distance of 75 meters.

autocross: The objective is to evaluate the car’s maneuverability and handling qualities on a tight course without the hindrance of competing cars. The course will combine the performance features of acceleration, braking and cornering into one event. The results of the Autocross scores determine the starting order for endurance.

Skidpad: The objective is to measure the car’s cornering ability on a flat surface while making a constant-radius turn. The course will be a pair of concentric circles in shape of the number 8; the cars demonstrate how good lateral forces can be absorbed (up to 1.4g).

Endurance: Over a distance of 22 kilometers the cars have to prove their durability under long-term conditions. Acceleration, speed, handling, dynamics, fuel economy, reliability – the cars have to prove it all.

2012 Formula SAE® California

Schedule of Events(Subject to change)

wEdnESday, JunE 20 ...................................................................................location5:30 p.m. ......................Welcome Ceremony Sponsored by Honda R&D Americas ..................Main Tent6:30 p.m. ......................Captain and Advisors Meeting ..........................................................Main Tent7:30 p.m. ......................Official Closing of the Site8:00 p.m. ......................EVERYONE MUST BE OFF SITE

tHurSday, JunE 21 (all timES prEcEdEd by “~” arE approximatE) ......................location7:30 a.m. .......................Judges Meetings for Design ........................................................Danley Bldg.8:00 a.m. .......................Drivers Meeting - Brake and Practice - MANDATORY ........................Main Tent8:00 a.m. .......................Judges Meetings for Cost ................................................................ Cost Tent8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. ....Design Judging – 1st Round Open ...............................................Danley Bldg.8:30 a.m. .......................Judges Meeting for Presentation .............................. Arnold Elementary School8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. ....Cost Event Open .............................................................................Main Tent9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. ....Presentation Event Open ......................................... Arnold Elementary SchoolNoon -1:00 p.m. ............Lunch Break2:00 p.m. ......................Dynamic Event Courses Open for Driver Walks5:30 p.m. ......................Drivers Meeting - All Dynamic Events – MANDATORY ........................Main Tent5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. ....Design Judges Meeting - Judges only ..........................................Danley Bldg.7:30 p.m. ......................Official Closing of the Site8:00 p.m. ......................EVERYONE MUST BE OFF-SITE 9:00 p.m. ......................Design Finalists announced online (www.sae.org and www.fsae.com)

Friday, JunE 22 (all timES prEcEdEd by “~” arE approximatE) ............................location7:30 a.m. .......................Course Crew Briefing - Acceleration and Skid Pad ...................... Event Courses8:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. ..Skid Pad Event and Acceleration Events Open .......................................... Track8:00 am – 4:00 p.m. ......Design Feedback for Non-finalists ................................................Danley Bldg.11:45 – 12:45 p.m. .......Lunch Break ....................................................................................Main Tent1:00 p.m. ......................Course Crew Briefing – Autocross .......................................................... Track1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. ...Autocross Event Open ............................................................................ Track5:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. ...Design Finals ..............................................................................Danley Bldg.7:30 p.m. ......................Official Closing of the Site9:00 p.m. ......................EVERYONE MUST BE OFF-SITE

daily opErationS:4 lincoln airpark Site open:

• Wed., 9:00 a.m. – 7:30- p.m.• Th. – Sat., 7:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.

4 Student registration (tent): • Wed., 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.• Th. & Fri., 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.• Sat., All students will be registered

as spectators

4 volunteer registration & info (tent):

• Wed., 10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.• Th. – Sat., 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

4 tech inspection (danley bldg.): • Wed., 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

(no new cars after 6:00 p.m.)• Th., 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.• Fri., 8:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

(after 2pm by appointment only)

4 Scales (danley bldg.): • Wed., 3 p.m. - 7 p.m.• Th., 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

4 tilt/noise/brake: • Th., 8:30 a.m. – 5.00 p.m.• Fri., 8:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

(after 2pm by appointment only)

4 Fuel Station: • Th. – Fri., 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.• Sat., 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

4 practice area: • Th., 10:00 am – 5:00 pm• Fri., 8:00 am – 5:00 pm• Sat., 8:30 am – 3:00 pm

NOTE: Cars must complete all 3 parts of tech by 5:00 p.m. Friday to qualify for Endurance.30 minutes’ notice is required for all appointments, which can be booked through the announcer in Main Tent.

Saturday, JunE 23

(all timES prEcEdEd by “~” arE approximatE) .....................................location7:30 a.m. .......................Endurance Course Crew Briefing ......................................Track8:30 a.m. .......................Top 3 Teams Design Finalists Announced 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. ....Endurance/Fuel Economy Event Open ...............................Track9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. ....Design Feedback for Finalists not Top 3,

by appointment ..................................................... Danley Bldg.Noon - 1:00 pm .............Lunch Break ............................................................. Main Tent4:00 pm ........................Design Review of Top 3 Teams .................................. Main Tent5:30 pm ........................Presentation Highlights ............................................. Main Tent6:30 pm ........................Awards Ceremony .................................................... Main Tent7:30 pm ........................Official Closing of the Site8:00 pm ........................EVERYONE MUST BE OFF-SITEAll Teams and Transporters Must Exit

Sunday, JunE 249:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Site Open ONLY for Pick-Up of Transporters

notES1) Drivers Meeting – There will be only one drivers meeting covering all dynamic events at 5:30 pm Thursday. There will

be a brief drivers meeting for Brake and Practice at 8:00 am Thursday. Drivers are required to attend drivers meetings.

Failure to attend drivers meetings may result in the revocation of your driving privileges.

2) Event Closing Time - Acceleration, Skid Pad and Autocross close exactly at the scheduled time. Your car must have

crossed the starting line before the event closing time in order to be allowed to complete that run.

3) Course Walks – Autocross and Endurance will be available to walk starting Thursday @ 2 p.m. and will be accessible

up to the start of the event. Drivers are required to walk the course for each event in which they will be behind the wheel.

Course walks will not be scheduled for individual events.

4) Removing Vehicles – Vehicles may be taken off site at the individual team’s discretion provided Part 1 of the Inspection

Sticker has been removed by Tech Chief.

5) EMS will provide any/all medical attention.

6) All teams not shipping cars must remove their vehicles, etc. from the site no later than 2:00 p.m. Sunday, June 24,

2012.

7) Teams shipping cars must have them picked up and removed from the site by 10:00 a.m. Monday, June 25, 2012.

8) Announcements can be heard via FM radio (Frequencies will be posted in the Reg. /Info. Tent).

Support SErvicES4 Food vendors – See map for

location • All days – 8:00 am – 5:00 pm*

4 ambulance on site: • Wed. – Sat.7 a.m. - 8 p.m.

4 lincoln Electric welding Services• Wed. – 1:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.• Th. – Fri. – 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.• Sat. – 9:00 a.m. - Noon

4 Hoosier • Wed. – 1:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.• Th. – Fri. – 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.• Sat. – 9:00 a.m. - Noon

* As business dictates. May close earlier if deemed appropriate.

2012 Formula SAE®

Competition AwardsOVERALLSpirit oF ExcEllEncE award This award recognizes the top ten (10) finishers overall. - $3000, $2000, $1000, trophies

STATIC EVENTSSaE EnginEEring dESign award

Top 3 team scores in Design – Trophies plus 1st place will recieve 1 day K&C testing at Goodyear Facility in Akron, OH

SaE coSt award Top 3 team scores in Cost – Trophies

SaE prESEntation award Top 3 team scores in Presentation – Trophies

DYNAMIC EVENTSSaE accElEration award

Top 3 team scores in Acceleration - Trophies

SaE Skid pad award Top 3 team scores in Skid Pad - Trophies

SaE autocroSS award Top 3 team scores in Autocross. Trophies plus 8 free tires, 6 free tires, 4 free tires sponsored by Hoosier Tire.

SaE EndurancE awardTop 3 team scores in Endurance- Trophies

SaE FuEl Economy award Top 3 teams that receive best Fuel Economy Score - Trophies

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2012 Formula SAE® Lincoln Registered

TeamsbraZil085 Centro Universitario Da FEI011 Universidade Estadual de Campinas

canada007 University of Alberta016 University of Calgary032 University of British Columbia068 University of Manitoba074 Queen’s University - Ontario Canada067 McGill University018 Universite Du Quebec-Chicoutimi027 University of Saskatchewan

india050 Vel Tech University

Japan052 Honda Technical College Kansai059 Tokyo Denki University

mExico062 Escuela Sup De Ing Automotriz Tlalnepa066 Instituto Politecnico Nacional042 Instituto Tecnologico de Chihuahua065 IPN - ESIME UP Ticoman051 Universidad Nacion Autonoma De Mex

puErto rico044 Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico

unitEd StatES

alabama 078 Auburn University

arizona 049 Arizona State University - Tempe063 University of Arizona

california 061 California Polytechnic State University-

SLO048 California State Poly University - Pomona045 California State University - Fullerton038 California State University - Long Beach057 California State University - Northridge041 California State University - Sacramento046 San Diego State University010 San Jose State University022 University of California - Berkeley070 University of California-Merced033 University of Southern California

colorado 012 Colorado State University

connecticut 053 University of Connecticut

delaware 056 University of Delaware

Florida 060 Florida Institute of Technology084 University of South Florida

georgia 083 Georgia Southern University

illinois 072 Northern Illinois University030 Southern Illinois University - Edwardsville055 University of Illinois - Chicago006 University of Illinois - Urbana Champaign

indiana 076 Purdue University - W Lafayette

iowa 023 Iowa State University

kansas 020 Pittsburg State University069 University of Kansas - Lawrence047 Wichita State University

maryland 004 University of Maryland - College Park

massachusetts 064 University of Massachusetts – Dartmouth

michigan 079 Michigan State University080 Oakland University040 Saginaw Valley State University073 University of Michigan - Dearborn024 Wayne State University077 Western Michigan University

minnesota 039 Minnesota State University - Mankato019 University of Minnesota-Duluth

missouri 071 Missouri University of Science and

Technology031 Saint Louis University081 University of Missouri

montana 029 Montana State University – Bozeman

nebraska 017 University of Nebraska - Lincoln

new Jersey 058 Stevens Institute of Technology

new mexico 037 University of New Mexico

new york 082 Rochester Institute of Technology

north dakota026 University of North Dakota

oklahoma002 University of Oklahoma

oregon 043 Oregon Institute of Technology014 Portland State University

pennsylvania 015 Drexel University

South dakota 075 South Dakota School of Mines &

Technology054 South Dakota State University

texas 025 Texas A & M University - College Station028 University of Texas - Arlington008 University of Texas - Austin013 University of Texas - San Antonio

utah 036 University of Utah

washington021 University of Washington

wisconsin 003 University of Wisconsin - Madison034 University of Wisconsin – Platteville

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Date: April 19, 2012Media Order: 329170Size: 8.125” x 10.875”Publication: SAE UpdateSection: Baja SAE Program

The Sooner Racing Team’s 2012 entry, affectionately known as Emily, employs an Aprilia 5.5 RXV engine and is the expansion of an innovative design concept focused around effective tire management. For the endurance event, real-time control of servo-actuated aerodynamic elements manages tire normal load.

The team focused on mass properties, reliability, and ease of service during the design of the 2012 car. Critical vehicle performance parameters are selected using an analytical, simulation-based approach with emphasis placed on physical validation.

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brakE : Outboard disc brakes, Dual piston calipers bScd : 80mm / 55mm / 2 cylinders / 553cc cooling : Dual parallel radiators drivE : Chain ElEctronicS : PE3 ECU, National Instruments sbRIO Embedded Control and Acquisition EnginE : Aprilia RXV5.5 Fr/rr track : 45.5 / 45.5 (in) FramE : 4130 steel tubular space frame FuEl SyStEm : Sequential fuel injection FuEl typE : 93 Octane matErial : mpd : 10000 mpt : 8000 olwH : 112 / 54 / 48 (in) SuSpEnSion : SLA tirE : 18x6.0-10 LC0 uniQuE : wEigHt : 490 lbs wHEElbaSE : 62.5 (in)

For 2012 the University of Wisconsin- Madison looks to improve on their 2011 finish. Through the use of aerodynamics, a heavily modified 605cc forced induc-tion single cylinder, and refined chassis kinematics the WR-212 is poised to be the most competitive car in Wisconsin Racing’s 22 year history.

Wisconsin Racing would like to give special thanks to our sponsors:

Diamond: The United Wisconsin Grain Producers

Platinum: The Wisconsin Corn Promotion Board, Midwest Composite Technolo-gies, Eric Gorr’s Forward Motion, Engineered Metal Products, Axon Systems, Craft Patterns, Black Stone Tek

Gold: Baum Machine, QMI, Reuther, Mercury, Trim-Tex Drywall Products, Machin-ing, Isthmus Engineering, Bosch, C-Ideas, Ricard

As well as our Silver and Bronze sponsors listed at www.uwracing.com

brakE : Wilwood Front Calipers, AP Racing Rear Calipers, Custom Rotors bScd : 100mm / 77mm / 1 / 605cc cooling : Parallel dual pass with right side fan drivE : 520 Chain, Drexler Differential ElEctronicS : Mototron ECU, AiM EVO3 DAQ, LED Steering Wheel Display EnginE : KTM 525-XC, Turbocharged, Single-Cylinder Fr/rr track : 47"/46" FramE : 4130 Chromoly Spaceframe FuEl SyStEm : Student-designed fuel injection FuEl typE : E85 matErial : mpd : 8100 mpt : 5000 olwH : 110.3", 53", 45.5" SuSpEnSion : Double unequal length A-Arm, Push rod tirE : Hoosier 18x6-10 LC0 uniQuE : Feed forward wastegate and feedback ignition traction control wEigHt : 506 lb wHEElbaSE : 60.5"

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page 10 Information published as supplied by teams on or before March 26, 2012

The University of Maryland’s 2012 entry into the Formula SAE Lincoln competition represents the result of a 1.5 year design cycle. For once, the chassis was de-signed in conjunction with the aerodynamics package resulting in a unique hybrid spaceframe/monocoque design. Furthermore, accommodations were made in the powertrain/driveline package to maximize diffuser width. The result is a car that redefines aerodynamic effectiveness and efficiency.

And yes, it makes a lot of downforce.

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The 2012 University of Alberta Formula SAE Team endeavored to design and build a prototype of an open-wheeled, F1 inspired race car geared towards the weekend autocross market. Following the motto “Anything is possible”, the team undertook the challenge of constructing a carbon monocoque chassis, the first in the team’s history. The 2012 entry is affectionately known as Candace.

We would like to thank all of our sponsors and Faculty advisor for making another season of racing possible. For more details please see our website: http://www.ualbertafsae.com

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brakE : Wilwood GP320 (Front) / PS1 (Rear) bScd : Stock CRF450X cooling : C&R double pass, NACA duct drivE : Dual Chain w/Jackshaft ElEctronicS : PE ECU3 EnginE : Honda CRF450X Fr/rr track : 45 in / 45 in FramE : Spaceframe (Front) / Moncooque (Rear) FuEl SyStEm : Electronic Fuel Injection FuEl typE : 100 Octane matErial : Downforce mpd : 8400 mpt : 7800 olwH : 134" length, 54.5" width, 52" height SuSpEnSion : Unequal Length A-arms, Very Stiff tirE : Hoosier R25B 7.5"x18" - 10 uniQuE : Narrow rear driveline/packaging, 18" high diffusers wEigHt : 570 lb wHEElbaSE : 78 in

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brakE : Four floating rotors, Tilton 77series MC, Brembo & AP Caliper front/rear bScd : 98mm/63.4mm/1cylinder/478cc cooling : Dual 10"x6" aluminum radiators drivE : 420 Chain to Drexler Differential, 4340 drive-shafts ElEctronicS : Link ECU w/ 25 channel onboard datalogging EnginE : 2006 Yamaha WR450 Fr/rr track : 1168mm/46inches Front, 1118mm/44inches Rear FramE : Carbon Fiber monocoque; 3K 2x2 twill w/ aluminum honeycomb FuEl SyStEm : Single Injector, In tank fuel pump & regulator, returnless FuEl typE : 100 octane matErial : mpd : 40 hp @ 8000 RPM mpt : 26 lb-ft @ 7000 RPM olwH : 2692 x 1371 x 1143 mm / 106 x 54 x 45 in SuSpEnSion : Dual unequal length A-arms, pullrod front, pushrod rear, U type ARBs tirE : Hoosier 6.0/18.0-10.0 LC0 uniQuE : Lightweight wEigHt : 465lb with 150lb driver wHEElbaSE : 1524mm / 60 inches

page 11Information published as supplied by teams on or before March 26, 2012

For the 2012 season, Longhorn Racing is building on the success of previous years while moving in a direction that will keep its future vehicles at the forefront of FSAE performance. After a thorough look at the most important components affecting overall competition performance, we have decided to adopt a light-weight, single-cylinder engine as the new heart of our car. To retain a competitive power to weight ratio, forced induction is applied, and a robust support system is employed to ensure reliability. Also in place is a full aero package, an evolution of the 2010 aero kit, which was a substantial performance adder in both simulation and testing. The end result is an aggressive package capable propelling UT Austin to the podium.

Longhorn Racing would like to thank its sponsors for their support: Cummins, Schlumberger, Cobb Tuning, 034 Motorsport, Honeywell, UT Co-op, Austin Bolt

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brakE : Vented 4 wheel disc bScd : 95/63.4/1/449 cooling : Water cooled drivE : Chain drive ElEctronicS : zoom ECU EnginE : YFz 450 Fr/rr track : 49/47 FramE : Steel Spaceframe FuEl SyStEm : EFI FuEl typE : Gasoline matErial : mpd : 9400 mpt : 7500 olwH : 110/49/44 SuSpEnSion : Unequal length double wishbone tirE : Hoosier 20.5x7.0-13 R25B uniQuE : Forced Induction, Aero package, In house ECU, Launch control wEigHt : 550 wHEElbaSE : 63.5

The San Jose State University Spartan Racing Formula SAE Team presents SR-4, our 4th race vehicle, for the 2012 Formula SAE Lincoln competition. The primary goals of the 2012 team were to design and build a well tested, reliable, and easy to drive vehicle. Lightweight designs were utilized where possible, and simplicity and “raceability” were emphasized for ease of repair and replacement in a race environment.

The chassis was designed using 4130 Chromoly steel tubing and carbon-fiber sandwich floor panels for increased stiffness. Pushrod actuated double-adjustable Kaz/Penske 7800 dampers were utilized for their low weight and adjustability. The Honda CBR600-F4i engine utilizes a modified 4-speed gearbox and student-designed dry-sump oil system. Power is fed to the rear wheels through a Honda clutch-type limited slip differential and Taylor Race half shafts and tripod joints.

This year, the 2012 Spartan Racing Team looks to improve in all aspects of the competition and continue our strong run of finishing every event. We would also like to thank all of our sponsors and supporters who have continued to help us throughout the years.

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brakE : Tilton 77 Master Cylinders, Wilwood PS1 Calipers, Cast-Iron Outboard Rotors bScd : 67mm/42.5mm/4/600cc cooling : Single sidepod mounted dual-pass radiator w/ electric water pump drivE : Chain Driven w/ Honda Differential ElEctronicS : Megasquirt 3, Modulo, Integra, Rynex EnginE : Honda CBR 600 F4i Fr/rr track : 1270mm/1220mm FramE : 4130 Chromoly Space Frame FuEl SyStEm : 45 psi, Vacuum referenced regulator FuEl typE : 100 Octane matErial : mpd : 10,000 mpt : 8,500 olwH : 2540mm/1420mm/1150mm SuSpEnSion : Double unequal length control arms with pushrod actuated dampers tirE : Hoosier R25B, 18.0x6.0-10 uniQuE : wEigHt : 575lbs wHEElbaSE : 1575mm

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We’re a Brazilian team and this is our first competition outside Brazil! This model is F2011E, which is an evolution of our F2011 model that was runner-up in Formula SAE Brazil in November, 2011.

The team was created in 2006, and F2011E is our 5th car! The team worked very hard for a long time to represent Brazil in a competition outside our country, so we’re very glad and honored to take part in Formula SAE Lincoln.

Our Formula is quite light, considering that has a Yamaha R6 model 2010 engine and a tubular steel frame, and the weight of our model is 210kg! This is because we’ve focused our Project in light weight design. Also, the fuel of our engine is ethanol, which is a very important and well developed fuel in our country!

We’d like to thank our 2012 sponsors: CBMM, SCHAEFFLER GROUP, MAHLE, CORTAG, SSAB, HBM, ETHOS, EATON, RICARDO, 3M, GIBA ESCAPAMENTOS, MSC SOFTWARE, SANTIAGO, CISER, RODAMIX, FLOW, ALPINO, PLOTTAR, MAG-NETI MARELLI and all UNICAMP staff involved in the Project.

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The Ram Racing Team proudly presents the Colorado State University 2012 For-mula SAE competition vehicle. This year’s vehicle is built upon a full space frame and utilizes a longitudinally mounted 2010 Kawasaki zX-6R engine and a shaft-driven limited slip differential. The suspension is composed of an unequal length double A-arm linking to custom CNC machined aluminum uprights, center-lock BBS wheels, four-wheel disk brakes and centrally located, pushrod activated four-way adjustable dampers. The suspension geometry and kinematics are designed around the Goodyear D2696 racing slick.

The design goals for the 2012 team were to design and build a vehicle that utilizes a 4 cylinder, 600cc engine, and double unequal length suspension with a wet weight under 500 lbs with a full aerodynamics package.

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brakE: Wilwood caliper and custom stainless steel float-ing discsbScd: 600cc and 4 cylinderscooling: Water-AirdrivE: Chain drive and Quaife ATB differentialElEtronicS: ECU, electronic shifter and digital dash-boardEnginE: Yamaha YzF R6 2010Fr/rr track: 1200mm / 1180mmFramE: Tubular Frame – AISI 1020FuEl SyStEm: Megasquirt - ECUFuEl typE: E85matErial: AISI 1020mpd: 83HP – 12000rpmmpt: 65Nm – 7500rpmolwH: 2600mm x 1380mm x 1220mmSuSpEnSion: Independent, Custom double A-Arms, Ohlins shockstirE: Hoosier 20,5x7,0x13 – R25BuniQuE: High Strength Steel ComponentswEigHt: 210kgwHEElbaSE: 1575mm

brakE : 4 Wheel Disk bScd : 67.0 × 42.5 mm (2.64 × 1.67 in) / 599 cc (36.6 cu in) cooling : Radiator and Oil Cooler drivE : Longitudinal ElEctronicS : Megasquirt Programmable EnginE : Kawasaki Ninja zX-6R Fr/rr track : (48in/46in) (1220/1170) FramE : 4130 Steel Tube Frame FuEl SyStEm : Electronically controlled Fuel injection FuEl typE : E-85 matErial : Unobtanium mpd : 100 BHP (10,500) mpt : 43 FT-LB (9,000) olwH : ( 3070/124) (1400/55) (1220/48) SuSpEnSion : Carbon Fiber Double Unequal Length Wishbone tirE : 13x7 Goodyear D2704 uniQuE : Honey Badger wEigHt : 630lb wHEElbaSE : 1625mm/64in

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UTSA’s Formula Society of Automotive Engineers team strives for the classic automotive balance between performance, reliability, and safety.

Performance that bonds driver and car so that driving responses become inherent in all parts of the race track is a must in any sports car. Our suspension and frame were designed to maximize this relationship.

Reliability’s importance in a Race Car parallels the significance of performance on the basis that the car will be driven to its full extent. This is where the potential of the car is unlocked and our robust electrical system, in combination with our resilient powertrain system, provides the means to remain at this point.

By no means is our car’s safety overlooked. A car should be able to protect its driver to further the driver’s faith in the car. A driver of any skill level is allowed to pursue the extent of their capabilities when they feel safe.

When all three of these aspects are perfectly combined the car ceases to be an assembly of parts. It becomes something more. It becomes a tuned machine, a tool for the driver, and an extension of their body. It becomes UTSA’s 2012 FSAE Race Car: zEN.

univ of texas - San antonio13 roadrunner racing

brakE : Polaris Disk Brakes bScd : 100mm/72mm/single cylinder/565.5cm^3 cooling : Water - Honda F3 Radiator drivE : Chain ElEctronicS : MicroSquirt EnginE : KTM 560 SMR Fr/rr track : Front 1237mm Rear 1140 mm FramE : Steel Space Frame FuEl SyStEm : Custom fuel injection system, LS9 Injector FuEl typE : 100 Octane matErial : Mild Steel mpd : N/A mpt : N/A olwH : 2401mm long, 1326mm wide, 1111mm high SuSpEnSion : Penskie Racing: Push Rod Front, Pull Rod Rear tirE : 10 inch Hoosier uniQuE : Awesomeness! wEigHt : 560 lbs wHEElbaSE : 1530.35mm

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The 2012 Viking Motorsports FSAE car is PSU’s first ever iteration car. The team has moved away from disjointed capstone projects and into a more sustainable student group. Documentation and tribal knowledge have made this team (and car) the most successful yet. Because of the nature of an iteration design, the team was able to focus on the finer details of formula car building, which is an exciting and new prospect for PSU.

Design decisions for this car were based on mathematical models and how each decision affected points gained at competition, a new philosophy for PSU. To fulfill our main goal (points), we chose to build a car for reliability, simplicity, and per-formance. Following last year’s competition, an analysis of points and competitors took place to determine our philosophy for the current year. We concluded that to get more points at competition, we had many things to focus on beyond vehicle design. Hopefully, our new, more organized team and car will help us reach our goal!

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portland State univviking motorsports

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brakE : Disc bScd : 67mm/42.5mm/4/599cc cooling : Single pass radiator drivE : Chain drive, Taylor Race differential ElEctronicS : DTA Fast ECU, wireless telemetry EnginE : Honda CBR600 F4i Fr/rr track : 48/48in FramE : Steel Space Frame FuEl SyStEm : Suzuki fuel pump, FuEl typE : 100 Octane matErial : mpd : 8000 mpt : 8000 olwH : 110, 57, 46 SuSpEnSion : Double unequal length A-arms tirE : Hoosier 20.5x7-13 R25B uniQuE : In-car driver feedback system, wireless telemetry, traction control wEigHt : 630 lbs. wHEElbaSE : 60in


Schulich Racing has had several design changes over the previous year. The biggest being a new space frame chassis. The design hoped to drop the cars ride height, correct for lack of stiffness through an increase in triangulation and allow for interchangeability for parts not requiring a redesign. A need was also present to accommodate the wide range of driver heights, from 5’4” to 6’4”. In addition much work was put into increasing reliability. A new Vi-PEC ECU is replacing the outdated AEM, the cooling system was to be moved away from the exhaust and the electrical system to be simplified. The bodywork also took priority. It was key to optimize flow over/under the car and that going into the radiator. In addition greater importance was placed on a having the car look as great as it performs. Through testing, we are confident this is the most competitive car Schulich Racing has ever produced!

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This will be University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s debut entry into the Formula SAE competition. Husker Motorsports Formula SAE is a team of multi-disciplinary students ranging from freshman to doctoral students across all majors. Our team intends to represent our University in the finest tradition; fielding a simple, reliable, and competitive vehicle. As a young team, HMS is very ambitious and passionate about competing with our first car right in our hometown as FSAE Lincoln kicks off in 2012.

Passion. Pride. Performance.

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univ of calgarySchulich racing Husker motorsports

brakE : Floating cast iron rotors with ISR calipers bScd : 67 mm bore/ 42,5 mm stroke/ 4 cylinder / 599cc cooling : Single, side mounted radiator drivE : Chain ElEctronicS : Vi-PEC ECU with PI systems data logger EnginE : Honda CBR 600F4I Fr/rr track : FramE : Space frame FuEl SyStEm : Custom fuel tank, with OEM injectors and Bosch pump FuEl typE : 91 matErial : mpd : 78hp at 7800 rpm mpt : olwH : 3031mm long, 1421mm wide, 1201mm high SuSpEnSion : Double unequal, non-parallel A-Arms. Pull rod actuated. Cane Creek dampers tirE : 20x7.0-13 D2696 Goodyear uniQuE : Adjustable Pedalbox wEigHt : 690lb wHEElbaSE : 1700mm

brakE : Floating Rotors, Wilwood PS1 Calipers bScd : 67 mm Bore/ 42mm Stroke/ 4 Cylinders/ 599 cc cooling : Single Aluminum Radiator with thermostati-cally controlled fan drivE : Chain Drive with Quaife QDF7R Differential ElEctronicS : Kawasaki Racing EnginE : 2009 Kawasaki zX-6R Fr/rr track : FR Track 1219.2mm (48in) / RR Track 1308.1 mm (51.5 in) FramE : Tubular Space Frame FuEl SyStEm : Kawasaki Electronic Fuel Injection FuEl typE : E85 matErial : 4130 Chromoly mpd : 11000 rpm mpt : 10500 rpm olwH : 2994.15 mm (117.88 in) long, 1308.1 mm (51.5 in) wide, 1422.4 mm (56 in)high SuSpEnSion : Double unequal length A-Arm. Pull rod actuated spring / damper Ohlins TTX25 tirE : Hoosier R25B 18.0 x 6.0 -10 uniQuE : First Nebraska Formula SAE Car wEigHt : A Stuffed Pig wHEElbaSE : 1727.2 mm (68 in)

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For 2012, the FSAE UQAC team have for goal to save more weight as possible from the previous design. For this, we include the carbon fiber to our suspension and shrink all the components of the car. We also use the carbon fiber for our body, but it is not structural. The wheels diameter also change, this parameter allow the entire vehicle to become significantly smaller and lighter. We also improve with our drivetrain with 2 shafts thats increase our torque ratio from 4 to 6. For this year, we use the CVT transmission and the Genesis 80 FI (499cc, 2 cylinder) 4 strokes motor.

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With a very new car for 2012, the UWashington Formula Motorsport team is excited to show off our best car yet. Building off of 23 years of innovation, our car runs a new single cylinder motor, has a full unidirectional carbon fiber chassis, integrated CV/hubs, a full aero package, pneumatic paddle shifter, and tightly packaged drivetrain. Relying heavily on physical test validated analysis, a great deal of care and attention to detail went into every part on the car. With one of the earliest assembly completions in recent team history, ample time has been spent testing and tuning the car for ultimate speed, reliability, and overall success.

After Lincoln, the team will compete outside the US for the first time every at Formula Student Germany.

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brakE : Wilwood bScd : 500 cc cooling : Custom design cooling package drivE : CVT ElEctronicS : AEM, EMS 4 EnginE : Yamaha Genesis 80Fi Fr/rr track : 1193mm / 1155 mm FramE : Tubular space frame FuEl SyStEm : EFI FuEl typE : Octane 92 matErial : mpd : 52 kW mpt : olwH : SuSpEnSion : Double unequal A-Arm, Push-rod actu-ated tirE : 10'' Hooziers uniQuE : Carbon fiber suspension design wEigHt : 268 kg wHEElbaSE : 1 550 mm

brakE : Brembo/AP, Floating Slotted Disk bScd : 95.0x63.4mm / 1 / 449cc cooling : Single Radiator w/ PWM Fan drivE : Chain ElEctronicS : EngineLab EL140, MoTec ADL, Student Designed Periphery EnginE : Yamaha WR450F Fr/rr track : 1220 / 1168mm FramE : Toray T700 Monocoque FuEl SyStEm : Returnless in Tank FuEl typE : 92-95 Octane matErial : BRC (Beryllium Reinforced Carbon) mpd : 7500 mpt : 5000 olwH : 3007 / 1412 / 1130mm SuSpEnSion : Unequal A-Arm Pullrod tirE : Goodyear 2704 uniQuE : Integrated CV, hub, and centerlock system wEigHt : 233kg wHEElbaSE : 1537mm

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Cyclone Racing’s 17th car, CR-17B was designed to the following priorities: 1) Make the car easy to drive and predictable in all scenarios so an amateur can hop in and look like a hero; 2) Keep the car as simple as possible, with compromises towards ease of manu-facture over a “more ideal” design if the “more ideal” design requires significant development with only a minimal return in performance; 3) Keep the design as lightweight as practical without compromising functionality or ease of manufacture; 4) Serviceability is a minimum requirement, but reliability is even better.

These requirements were developed based on competition experience as well as extensive participation in SCCA events. The car’s chassis was designed around suspension kinematics, torsional rigidity and ergonomics while minimizing weight, CG height and inertia. The suspension kinematics were designed around Tire Test Consortium data as well as track test data from previous cars. CR-17B will debut at Formula North 2012 before competing at FSAE West 2012 and FSAE MI 2013.

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After competing in Formula Hybrid for three successful years, Texas A&M returns to Formula SAE with its lightest car to date. This year’s team conceived an easily manufactured, uncomplicated, and reliable design, which translates to ample testing and development—a formula that has proven successful time and time again. A combination of a tubular steel frame with a single cylinder 450cc Yamaha engine resulted in an agile car with a high power to weight ratio while the implementation of a conservative aerodynamic package improves traction without a drag penalty. All design decisions were based on extensive analysis and simulations. The design went from a clean sheet/screen to a running car in eight months to provide the students with the most realistic work experience in academia.

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brakE : Laser Cut Floating Rotors with Wilwood PS-1 calipers bScd : Stock, 1-cylinder, 439cc cooling : Twin PWR Radiators drivE : Torsen Type 1 Delrin Eccentric Mounted Dif-ferential ElEctronicS : EngineLab EL1 Series 96L EnginE : Yamaha YFz 450 Fr/rr track : 50/46.5 FramE : TIG welded steel tubing FuEl SyStEm : Electric Pump FuEl typE : Hydrocarbons matErial : Rapid Prototyped ABS mpd : 45 (9500) mpt : 37 (7500) olwH : 88, 58, 44 (in) SuSpEnSion : Pushrod Actuated Unequal Length Double Wishbones tirE : 10" Hoosier LC3, 6" front, 8" Phatties in the Rear uniQuE : Ergonomic Carbon Fiber Seat, Bonded Alumi-num Shear Panels wEigHt : 505 lb wHEElbaSE : 64

brakE : Outboard front, diff mounted rear bScd : 95mm, 63.4mm, 1 cyl, 449cc cooling : Rear mounted water to air drivE : Chain-Drexler Differential ElEctronicS : PE3 ECU EnginE : Yamaha YFz-450R Fr/rr track : 1168mm,1168mm FramE : 4130 Tubular Steel Frame FuEl SyStEm : Performance Electronics PE3 EFI FuEl typE : 100 Octane matErial : mpd : 9500rpm mpt : 7000rpm olwH : 2438mm, 1350mm, 1200 mm SuSpEnSion : SLA, pushrod actuated springs and dampers tirE : Hoosier uniQuE : wEigHt : 482.5lbs wHEElbaSE : 1524mm


The University of Saskatchewan’s 2012 Formula SAE entry, dubbed “S8” due to its position as the team’s 8th-generation car, is a realization of the team’s best efforts. The overall goal of scoring more points at competition was broken down into two strategic areas of focus. First, an increased emphasis on testing to verify theory-based performance was undertaken. This includes chassis torsional test-ing, as well as material property testing on composite components. The second strategic focus was on project management; clear deadlines and tasks were assigned to ensure the timely completion of a driveable car.

Several key components were redesigned to achieve the end goal of scoring more points: firstly, the frame of the vehicle. Previous generations were lacking in torsional rigidity, which was addressed successfully. The second major redesign is the engine intake system, which has been simplified and lightened considerably. The third major focus was in the drivetrain system, which addressed the weak-nesses of the previous components, and also resulted in a net weight reduction.

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brakE : Front: Wilwood Billet Dynalite Single Rear: Wilwood PS1 bScd : 67.0 mm/42.5 mm/4 cylinder/599 cc cooling : Water-cooled drivE : Torsen differential with aluminum carrier ElEctronicS : AEM engine management system EnginE : Honda CBR 600 F4i Fr/rr track : 1321 mm / 1270 mm FramE : Chromoly spaceframe FuEl SyStEm : Single stage injection FuEl typE : 91 octane matErial : 4130 Alloy mpd : 85 hp (9000 rpm) mpt : 42 ft-lbs (5500 rpm) olwH : 2960 mm/1520 mm/1070 mm SuSpEnSion : Unequal-length A-Arms. Front: pullrod-activated. Rear: pushrod-activated tirE : Hoosier R25B, 20.5 x 7-13 uniQuE : A gentleman never tells. wEigHt : 635 wHEElbaSE : 1702 mm / 67.0 in

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UTA Racing has developed the 2012 car with the design philosophy of simplicity, reliability, and performance. UTA has made great advancements in aerodynamic development creating a new wing package utilizing extensive CFD analysis run with a UTA developed optimization code. The 2012 car (F12) uses a Yamaha YFz 450R engine incorporating a carbon fiber intake, for its lightweight properties and desired internal flow profile. F12’s new ergonomics package has shortened our front bulkhead, thus reducing weight of the frame. F12 also integrates a compact drivetrain package, an easily tunable suspension system, and a steel space frame chassis to provide a well-rounded, high-performing, and competitive 2012 racecar.

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univ of texas - arlingtonuta Formula SaE racing

brakE : 2 front, 1 rear cast iron brake rotors bScd : 95mm bore / 63.4mm stroke / 1 cylinder / 449 cc cooling : Aluminum radiator drivE : Chain drive ElEctronicS : AiM MXL/ Performance Electronics PE3 EnginE : Yamaha YFz 450R Fr/rr track : 1219mm (48 in), 1181mm (46.5 in) FramE : 4130 Steel space frame FuEl SyStEm : Performance Electronics PE3 Series ECU FuEl typE : 93 Octane matErial : mpd : 9500 mpt : 8000 olwH : 1770mm (69.7 in) long, 1386mm (54.6 in) wide, 1067mm (42 in) high SuSpEnSion : Double unequal length A-Arm. Pull rod actuated spring / damper. tirE : 20.5x6-13 R25B Hoosier uniQuE : Computer optimized wing package wEigHt : 540 Lbs wHEElbaSE : 1600mm (63 in)

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The main purpose of this year’s car was to build a solid, yet versatile, baseline car that future teams will be able to use to evolve the next generation of cars designed by SIUE students. This car will use simple yet effective designs that will ensure the car remains competitively light and agile while being easy to maintain. The engine also has a simple bore/stroke kit to improve power; however,future upgrades may see the use of fuel injection and possibly even forced induction. The design idea at SIUE is to keep the car as simple as possible in order to reduce cost and improve reliability. By doing this, the car is able to maintain a relatively light tube steel frame and be competitive in the FSAE competitions. Additionally, the car is capable of increasing its competitive advantage through new designs by future teams that will strive for excellence within our competitions.

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Although SLU has competed in two prior competitions we are a all new, small, and inexperienced team this year. The goal of this years team is to design and build a functional car that will do well at Lincoln and provide a baseline design for future teams to build upon.

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Southern illinois univ - EdwardvilleFormula SiuE parks racing

brakE : Wilwood Cart Brakes/Master Cyclinders bScd : 99mm/65mm/1/500cc cooling : Water/Stock Pump & Radiator drivE : Chain & Sprocket ElEctronicS : Stock ECU & Vapor Tech Guage EnginE : 2006 Honda TRX450ER Fr/rr track : 1570.74/1530.86mm (61.84/60.27in) FramE : Mig Welded Mild Steel FuEl SyStEm : Low Pressure Carbureted FuEl typE : Gasoline, 100 octane matErial : A-36 Steel/6061 T6 Aluminum/Mild Steel Sheet/Aluminum Sheet mpd : 9800 mpt : 6500 olwH : 2844.8/1570.74/868.07 (112/61.84/34.176in) SuSpEnSion : Fox VanRC W/ Pushrods tirE : Dry: 20x Wet: 19.5x WET uniQuE : Adjustable Pedals/Interchangeable Seat Inserts/Adjustable Camber via spacers wEigHt : 575lbs wHEElbaSE : 1660.4/65.35

brakE : 3 Disk, Brembo P34G, Tokico 6 Piston, Tilton 75 Master Cylinders bScd : 95mm bore / 72.0 mm stroke / 1 cylinder / 510.4 cc cooling : Aluminum Radiator with fan drivE : Chain Drive LSD Differential ElEctronicS : EnginE : KTM 525 Fr/rr track : FramE : 1020 Tube Frame FuEl SyStEm : Aluminum floor mounted gas tank FuEl typE : 100 Octaine matErial : mpd : mpt : olwH : 110 in long, 57 in wide, 50 in high SuSpEnSion : Double unequal length A-Arm. Pull rod actuated spring / damper. tirE : uniQuE : wEigHt : 575 lbs wHEElbaSE : 62 in.



As a young team, USCRacing has aimed to develop and refine a base of knowl-edge for the future of our club. In this spirit, the main design objectives this year were reliability and manufacturability.

The steel space frame supports a Yamaha R6 engine with custom intake and exhaust as well as a modified oil pan to decrease cg height. The car employs a conventional push-rod suspension system with double unequal length A-arms. The carbon fiber airfoil and body panels were optimized in STAR-CCM to minimize weight and increase downforce. A Performance Electronics ECU allows for engine tuning, while a custom electro-pneumatic system allows easy shifting.

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brakE : Custom water-jetted rotors, Wilwood PS-1 calipers bScd : 65.5mm/44.5mm/4 cylinder/599.8cc cooling : Single, side mounted radiator drivE : Torsen Differential ElEctronicS : Performance Electronics ECU EnginE : Yamaha R6 Fr/rr track : 49"/47" FramE : Chromoly Spaceframe FuEl SyStEm : Custom fuel injection FuEl typE : 93 Octane matErial : 4130 mpd : mpt : olwH : SuSpEnSion : Push rod. Double, unequal A-arms tirE : 20x7.0-13 D2704 uniQuE : Electro-pneumatic shifting system wEigHt : wHEElbaSE : 61.5 in

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The University of Wisconsin-Platteville has been involved in Formula SAE since 2003. Our Formula team has been, and will continue to be a team that prides themselves on ambitious design and implementation of new ideas. After having an educational year in 2011, we are enthusiastic for the 2012 competition. Since 2011, we have focused on simplification and optimization of essential systems to improve reliability of our car. Some of the highlights of our car are the pushrod suspension, pushbutton electronic shifting and aerodynamic undertray. Engineer-ing new, reliable, and efficient vehicle components to implement in their Formula cars gets us excited for competition every year.

We would like to thank all of our sponsors and supporters for their help during the construction and testing of PR12.

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univ of wisconsin - plattevillepioneer racing

brakE : 4 Wheel Disc Brakes bScd : 67mm / 42.5 mm/ 4 cylinder, 599.4 cc cooling : Single Side pod mounted radiator with High Performance electric fan drivE : 520 Chain ElEctronicS : Powercommander V with autotune EnginE : 2006 Yamaha YzF-R6 Fr/rr track : 1193.8 mm / 1168.4 mm FramE : Tubular Space Frame FuEl SyStEm : Fuel Injection with Autotune FuEl typE : 91 Octane matErial : 4130 Chro-moly Tube mpd : 12500 mpt : 10500 olwH : 2651.8 mm, 1397 mm, 1296.7 mm SuSpEnSion : Double unequal length A-Arm. Push rod actuated parallel shocks tirE : 20x7-13 R075 Hoosier uniQuE : Pingel Electronic Shifter with engine kill wEigHt : 261 kg wHEElbaSE : 1676.4 mm

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The FSAE team for the 2012 school year at the University of Utah is broken into three sub teams each of who are concerned with an important aspect of the cars eventual success. The three teams are Chassis, Drive-train, and Suspension. The overall team goals for 2012 includes an inexpensive race car that provides the end user with high performance, ease of maintenance, reliability in all systems, adjustability, and comfort for all users. These goals are achieved using a steel space frame chassis with a separable rear motor cradle, adjustable suspension components, adjustable seat and pedals, 4-cylinder fuel-injection engine with minimal modifications, and a chain-driven limited slip differential. All non-essential components such as wings and other aerodynamic devices were left off of the vehicle to reduce weight and cost.

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The LMS-12 is an evolutionary design building upon the success of previous teams and adapting cutting-edge knowledge to develop a FSAE racecar that leads the pack. Focusing on three primary design goals: weight reduction, drivability, and reliability, the LMS-12 has become the most advanced display of engineering and craftsmanship to come through the University of New Mexico.

Tracking the evolution of the LMS-series, leaps and bounds have been made in each subsystem, while always focusing on the overall performance of the complete racecar. By the addition of a full aerodynamic package with reduced weight by 10% and center of gravity height by 13.7% over previous designs, the LMS-12 is the fastest vehicle to come from UNM. The focus on driveability is realized by the integration of the CVT, allowing drivers to solely focus on driving line and braking points, vastly improving lap times and consistency.

Reliability is key to the success of any vehicle, and the LMS-12 is no different. All components were tested using FEA with a strict safety factor limit. Systems were designed with minimum maintenance in mind.

The LMS-12 is the epitome of engineering. Careful design, analysis, and experi-mentation coupled with hard work and dedication has produced a racecar that once again pushes the limits.

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brakE : 4-Wheel Disc, Inboard front bScd : 600CC cooling : Liquid Cooled drivE : Chain ElEctronicS : Power Commander EnginE : Yamaha R6 Fr/rr track : 1.25m / 1.17m FramE : Tube Frame FuEl SyStEm : Fuel Injection FuEl typE : 100 Octane matErial : 4130 Steel mpd : mpt : olwH : 2.75m,1.66m,1.32m SuSpEnSion : Short-Long Arm Adjustable tirE : 20x7.5-13 / 25A uniQuE : Removable Motor Cradle, Driver ErgonomicswEigHt : 600lbs wHEElbaSE : 1.54 meters

brakE : 2-Piece Floating Rotors, Wilwood PS-1 Cali-pers, Adjustable Bias Bar bScd : 77mm/53.6mm/Parallel Twin/499cc cooling : 2-Row Single Pass Aluminum Air-to-Water, 800cfm Electric Fan drivE : CVT, Syncronous Belt Final Drive, Wavetrac Differential ElEctronicS : Performance Electronics PE3 ECU, Launch Control EnginE : Yamaha Genesis 80fi Odd-Fire 5V DOHC Fr/rr track : 50"Front / 48" Rear FramE : TIG Welded 4130 FuEl SyStEm : 370cc/min Injectors, Common Rail FuEl typE : E85 matErial : 4130, Carbon Fiber, Aluminum mpd : 11500 RPM mpt : 9000 RPM olwH : 117"/57"/46" SuSpEnSion : Unequal, Non-Parallel Double Wishbone, Ohlins MKII Dampers, 3-Way Adj. ARBs tirE : 20.5x7.0-13 Hoosier R25B uniQuE : 2.5" BDS wEigHt : 640 lb wHEElbaSE : 61"

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Chassis:The central concept behind our car’s chassis was to build it tight and compact. Our chassis design centered around one that takes up minimal space to reduce weight, provide stiffness, and to move more mass towards the center of the car. The chassis was designed with SolidWorks CAD software and analysis done with SolidWorks and NX-7.5 finite element analysis

Suspension:The suspension components of our car were designed to be nimble and specifi-cally for the tight, quick corners that are characteristic of an autocross course. This combined with the compact size of our chassis make it well suited for small, slower courses where handling and cornering are of primary concern.

Brake System:The car’s braking system is comprised of dual piston brake calipers acting on solid disks. The front brake system is of outboard design while the rear consists of a single rotor mounted to the differential. The front and rear brakes each have their own closed circuit system to isolate them from each other to prevent total brake system failure in the event that a leak develops at any single point in the system.

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brakE : Front-Dual Outboard 10” disks, Rear-Single Inboard 10” disk bScd : 67.0mm x 42.5mm, 4cyl, 599cc cooling : Water cooled, single bar and plate radiator drivE : Chain drive ElEctronicS : MegaSquirt 3 Engine Management EnginE : 2007 CBR 600RR Fr/rr track : FR-1444 mm, RR-1415mm FramE : SAE 4130 chromoly steel tube frame FuEl SyStEm : Full sequential multi-port fuel injection FuEl typE : 100 octane unleaded matErial : SAE 4130 chromoly steel mpd : mpt : olwH : 2505mm long, 730mm wide and 1092mm high SuSpEnSion : Double unequal length A-Arm, push rod actuated spring and damper tirE : uniQuE : wEigHt : wHEElbaSE : 1676mm

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The 2012 MNSU FSAE car is a single year senior design project that was designed and built by a team of 18 undergraduate Automotive Engineering Technologist students. This year the vehicle will be powered by a turbocharged single cylinder KTM 525 engine housed within a steel tube frame. The vehicle was designed using Pro Engineer, Mechanica, and Star-CCM+.

The engine is equipped with a Garret GT1241 turbocharger, a custom intercooler that also serves as an air plenum, and a redesigned camshaft. The engine oper-ates on an 83 lb-hr fuel injector, and runs on E-85. The engine produces 65 lb ft of torque at 5000RPM and 75 horsepower at 6500RPM.

The chassis weighs 63 lb as a steel space frame with carbon fiber pushrods, and floating front and rear rotors. The vehicle is equipped with a limited slip Drexler differential and Hoosier R25B tires.

The body was designed using CFD software to improve airflow across the radiator and create low pressure beneath the vehicle undertray to generate down force.

To aid in driver ergonomics an auto engaging clutch, paddle shift system, and adjustable foot pedals have been added.

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minnesota State university - mankatominnesota State university- mankato

brakE : Floating Front and Rear Rotors, Fixed dual piston caplipers bScd : 510cc single cylinder cooling : Single circuit /w single radiator drivE : Chain ElEctronicS : MoTeC EnginE : Turbocharged KTM 525cc Fr/rr track : 1219.2mm(48")/1193.8mm(47") FramE : Tubular FuEl SyStEm : EFI returnless FuEl typE : E85 matErial : 1020 Mild Steel mpd : 75 Hp @ 6500 RPM mpt : 65 lb-ft @ 5000 RPM olwH : 2489.2mm(98"), 1422.4mm(56"), 1168.4mm(46") SuSpEnSion : Unequal length double wishbone with pushrods tirE : 10" Hoosier R25B uniQuE : Aerodynamic design incorporated into the body, wEigHt : 575 lbs wHEElbaSE : 1549.4mm(61")

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Hornet Racing at California State University, Sacramento strives to produce the finest and most competitive Formula SAE car every year. The team enriches its members’ learning experience beyond what can be obtained in the classroom through extensive hands on design and manufacturing experience. The team makes every effort to include any student that is willing to participate regardless of academic level or major and provides a constructive learning environment in order to help build the program further and increase its knowledge base every year. Hornet Racing will accomplish these goals through honest hard work, dedi-cation, mentoring and teamwork.

The 2012 Hornet Racing Formula SAE car builds upon 2011’s solid platform with a primary goal of reducing weight in all areas. Attention was also given to simplic-ity and efficiency of part design and manufacturability. This led to a reduction in overall part count resulting in an earlier assembly thus allowing generous time to test and refine HR2012.

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The T42 was designed to win. The new FSAE T42 has different qualities for better management in different parts of it, more control in the steering system, more power in the Power Train and Drive Train, better traction in the wheels and new striking design of body work .

The T42 is the new expectation in the Tecnologico de Chihuahua, has better design and control in competition.

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brakE : Wilwood PS1single Piston bScd : 15.875mm/2725.9cm^3/Wilwood/13.7721mm cooling : Radiator Aluminum drivE : 520 o-Ring Chain Torsen zexel ElEctronicS : ECU Haltech sport 1000 EnginE : Honda CBR 600 RR Fr/rr track : FR 50in RR 47in FramE : 4130 steel round Chromoly tube FuEl SyStEm : Fuel Injection FuEl typE : 93 octane matErial : Fiber Glass Body Work mpd : 12000 RPM mpt : 9670 RPM olwH : 2873.98mm,1500mm,1260mm SuSpEnSion : Double unequal length A-Arm tirE : 20.5x7 in R25B uniQuE : Electro-Pneumatic Paddle Shiffer System wEigHt : 658 lb wHEElbaSE : 61inches

brakE : Floating Rotors, fixed Calipers bScd : CBR 600 F4i cooling : Water Cooled drivE : Student Built Torsen ElEctronicS : AEM ECU EnginE : Honda F4i Fr/rr track : 1245mm/1219 mm FramE : Tubular Space Frame FuEl SyStEm : In-line Fuel Pump/Filter, Fuel Injected FuEl typE : 91 matErial : Organic & Inorganic Materials mpd : 10500 mpt : 8900 olwH : 2667mm long, 1400mm wide, 1160mm high SuSpEnSion : Unequal Double A-arm, Push Rod Front & Rear tirE : Hoosier’s 43162 20.5 x 7.0-13 uniQuE : wEigHt : 605 wHEElbaSE : 61

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The Oregon Tech 2012 car is an iteration of last year’s design that scored 8th place in endurance. All of the subsystems on the car were redesigned with an emphasis on saving weight. To increase cornering speeds, a front and rear diffuser system was developed. The diffusers will add downforce with a minimal drag increase. Further emphasis has been placed on engine development. This will allow less fuel to be used during the endurance race while also maintaining an appropriate level of power.

The 2012 team also focused on recruiting undergraduates and improving knowl-edge transfer to future teams, as well as incorporating more diverse majors into the program, including Electrical Engineering, Mechanical, Manufacturing, MET, Management, and Business.

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brakE : Floating front disks, single diff mounted rear disk, twin pot wilwoodsF/R bScd : 67mm/42.5mm/4/599cc cooling : Rear mounted radiator drivE : Chain drive, Torsen diff ElEctronicS : Performance Electronics PE3 ECU EnginE : 2007 GSXR600 Fr/rr track : 48/48 (in) FramE : Steel Tubular Space Frame FuEl SyStEm : External inline fuel pump with pressure regulator FuEl typE : 91 Octane matErial : aluminum mpd : 90HP(12000) mpt : 46lb-ft(10000) olwH : 90, 55, 47 (in) SuSpEnSion : Double unequal length/non-parallel A-arms, pull rod actuated tirE : 20.5x7.0x13 Hoosier R25B uniQuE : Cable actuated paddle shifters, various team members... wEigHt : 650Lb wHEElbaSE : 64 (in)

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The 2012 FSAE West competition marks the fifth year for California State Univer-sity, Fullerton students to be designing and manufacturing an FSAE race car. This year’s team consists of 17 senior mechanical engineering students, six under-classmen engineering students, and for the first year 5 business majors. Objec-tives were to build upon the success of last year’s team and what they left behind. Decreasing weight and increasing reliability played a pivotal role in the design phase. Manufacturability of parts were optimized to allow for in-house manufac-turing, or keeping costs down when utilizing outside manufacturers. Incorporating an aerodynamic package to increase down force and handling was the second goal to be implemented. This year marks the first year for a CSUF FSAE team to incorporate an aero package and to use carbon fiber material to manufacture these components. With the effort put into this year’s FSAE car, the team aimed to be a major push for subsequent years’ teams to improve upon, allowing future years to focus design on certain areas while making improvements to pinpointed areas. This would improve the opportunity of future teams to focus on fine tuning designs rather than redesigning an entire car. Many thanks to our sponsors for all the assistance they have provided us. The accomplishments achieved by this year’s CSUF FSAE team would have not been possible without them.

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brakE : 4- wheel 241.3mm diameter, SS drilled floating rotors. Wilwood PS1 calipers bScd : 67mm/42.5mm/4 cylinder/599cc cooling : Side mounted custom triple row radiator, single electric fan drivE : Chain drive, Universal Torsen T-1 differential ElEctronicS : Yamaha R6S OEM harness w/ power commander A/F adj. EnginE : 2006 Yamaha R6S Fr/rr track : 1194mm/1118mm FramE : Tubular space frame FuEl SyStEm : Single Walbro pump, Bosch fuel filter, OEM injectors/rail FuEl typE : 91 octane matErial : 4130 steel mpd : 10,500 mpt : 8,500 olwH : 3215mm, 1325mm, 1080mm SuSpEnSion : Double unequal length A-Arms, pull rod front, push rod rear. Adj. sway bars tirE : 20.5x7.0-13 R25B Hoosier uniQuE : Pneumatic shifter, integrated hub design, full floating rotors, aero package wEigHt : 650lb wHEElbaSE : 1660mm

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The 2012 San Diego State University Aztec Racing team designed the AR-12 with victory in mind. We plan to exceeding the standards set in previous years. With an innovative new intake design that optimizes airflow and a remapped tune, the AR-12 will be Aztec Racing’s most powerful car to date. A student designed throttle body will give the car good throttle response while being much lighter than the stock throttle body. A completely new suspension design will vastly improve the cornering performance of this years car. A new electrical system will improve the reliability and serviceability of this years car. Not only will the AR-12 be fast, it will also look fast with redesigned composite bodywork including side-pods and an engine cover. Having adopted the philosophy of slow in and fast out, we believe that we are taking the ideal steps to build the most successful SDSU car to date.

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Wichita State University Formula SAE team, also known as Shocker Racing, will be competing for its 3rd year of competition.

Shocker Racing would like to thank their sponsors for their support.

WSU Student Government, WSU College of Engineering, Absolute Dimensions, BG Products, SAE, The National Institute of Aviation Research, Mid America Powers-ports, Wichita Region SCCA, Salina Region SCCA, TW Metals, Airgas Mid-South, Lincoln Electrics, Fiber Dynamics, Hoosier Tires, and Motorsports Honda.

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brakE : 4 Wheel Brake Disc bScd : cooling : Liquid drivE : Chain & Sprocket ElEctronicS : EnginE : 2008 Honda CBR 600RR Fr/rr track : FramE : 4130 Steel Frame FuEl SyStEm : FuEl typE : 91 Octane matErial : mpd : mpt : olwH : SuSpEnSion : Double Unequal Length A-Arm. Push Rod Actuated. tirE : Goodyear uniQuE : Aerodynamic Wings and Diffuser Undertray wEigHt : wHEElbaSE :

brakE : Outboard disk brakes, Wilwood Calipers, Tilton 77 series cylinders bScd : 67mm/42.5mm/4/599cc cooling : Sidepod mounted AL radiator with constant speed fan drivE : Chain drive with student built LSD ElEctronicS : AEM EMS-4 EnginE : Suzuki GSX-R 600 Fr/rr track : 1219/1168mm FramE : 4130 Space Frame FuEl SyStEm : Sequential EFI FuEl typE : 91 Octane matErial : Composite bodywork, and seat mpd : 8750 mpt : 8500 olwH : 2341,762,1101mm SuSpEnSion : Double unequal length A-Arm. Push rod actuated spring / damper. tirE : 20.5x7-13 R25A Hoosier uniQuE : Rapid prototype intake wEigHt : 648lb wHEElbaSE : 1625mm



The 2012 car is a 4130 space frame tube chassis. The chassis was designed to have a specific torsional rigidity to allow for effect suspension adjustments. The suspension utilizes a short arm long arm system with pull rod front and push rod rear coil over dampers. Every aspect of the suspension system is designed around the 20.5x7-R13 Hoosier tires with the R25B compound. The outboards consist of 4130 welded sheet structure. The engine is a GSXR 600 with custom intake and exhaust manifolds. The engine incorporates a student designed pneu-matic shifter. The drivetrain uses a Torsion differential with custom made housing and hangers. The steering system uses a student designed and manufactured rack and pinion. The cars total weight is 420lbs

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brakE : 4 Wheel Single Piston Disk Brakes bScd : 2.64in/1.67 in/4 cyl/599cc cooling : Air Over Water Heat Exhanger drivE : Chain Drive Torson Differential ElEctronicS : AEM EMS4, Aim EVO 4 Data Acquisition EnginE : Suzuki GSXR 600 Fr/rr track : 49.25(in)/48.00(in) FramE : Chromoly Space Frame FuEl SyStEm : Fuel Injected FuEl typE : 91 Octane matErial : mpd : 107BHP @ 11000(rpm) mpt : 60 ft-lbs @ 7500(rpm) olwH : 110(in), 56(in), 47(in) SuSpEnSion : Upper and Lower A-arm Rocker Actuated Pull and Push Rods tirE : 20.5x7x13 R25B uniQuE : Adjustable Anti-squat wEigHt : 580 w/driverwHEElbaSE : 60.125(in)


After not bringing a car to competition for so many years, the Formula Sun Devils hopes to re-establish ASU as a contending team and grow its FSAE culture.

Our car will feature a ChroMoly spaceframe with welded ChroMoly sheet uprights attached to a double A-Arm, pull rod suspension. Our vehicle will be powered by a CBR600F4i.

One of the team’s goals is to be as self-reliant as possible in order to both develop a solid manufacturing foundation for ourselves and to take advantage of our schools resources. Therefore, most of the components of our car are student designed and manufactured with very little outsourcing.

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brakE : 4 Wheel Floating Disc; Dual MC w/ Balance Bar bScd : 600cc cooling : Sidepod mounted shrounded radiator drivE : Chain Drive, Torsen Diff. ElEctronicS : MegaSquirt II EnginE : Honda CBR600 F4i Fr/rr track : 48/45 in. FramE : Space Frame FuEl SyStEm : EFI Return FuEl typE : 91 octane matErial : 4130 ChroMoly mpd : Uknown mpt : Uknown olwH : 105 x 56 x 42 in. SuSpEnSion : Unequal Length Double A-Arm, Pull Rod Actuated Rocker tirE : 20x7.0-13 uniQuE : wEigHt : ~600 lbs. wHEElbaSE : 1571.625mm / 61.875in


UNAM Motorsports is the team of the National University from México, as are a third year team we want to achieve greater design goals to prove all the things that we have learned in these last 3 seasons. In these years we have managed to get more students involved in the project and also more sponsors with a better team organization.

We are proud to represent our country and Latin America, we know it is a great challenge that we are willing to accept.

Finally we would like to thank our sponsors, without whom this project would not be possible.

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The concept of our current car is “FAST, LOW, STABLE”. We paid attention to “low-ering the center of gravity” and achieved both of speed and stability in cornering. We aimed to create the car which can corner fast and stable. We achieved the concept to seat the driver as low as possible, arranged engine at low place, and so on. Moreover, we introduced handmade electric shifter and clutch for the first time, everyone can drive the car more easily. We will aim the best ranking ever such machine.

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brakE : 4 Fixed Discs / 4 Wilwood Fixed Calipers, no abs system bScd : 67mm / 42.5mm / 4 / 599 cc cooling : Single air-water radiator drivE : Sequential gearbox, chain transmission ElEctronicS : ECU: PE Edge, electromechanic shifter EnginE : Yamaha YzF - R6R 2010 Fr/rr track : 1225mm / 1100mm FramE : Steel Space-frame A-36 Mig welding FuEl SyStEm : Sequential multiport fuel injection FuEl typE : Gasoline 100 octane matErial : ASTM-36 / Kevlar body mpd : 90 HP @12000rpm mpt : 52 Nm @10000rpm olwH : 3204mm, 1225mm, 1188mm SuSpEnSion : Double Wishbone Pushrod actuated (both) tirE : 20'' x 7.5'' A6 Compound uniQuE : Flat floor & Diffuser wEigHt : 575 lb wHEElbaSE : 1630mm

brakE : FR 2-outboard 2-piston floating / RR 1-inboard 2-piston floating bScd : 67mm Bore / 42.5mm Stroke / 4-Cylinders / 599cc Displacement cooling : Side pod mounted radiator drivE : Chain drive / drive sprocket 13T / driven sprocket 42T / chain size 520 ElEctronicS : Using MoTeC EnginE : 2004 HONDA CBR600RR (PC37E) Fr/rr track : ER & RR (1300mm / 51.18inches) FramE : Steel tubular space frame FuEl SyStEm : Single fuel injection FuEl typE : 100 Octane matErial : GFRP Cowl mpd : 7500rpm mpt : 5200rpm olwH : (2850mm/112.20inches) , (1506mm/59.29inches) , (990mm/38.97inches) SuSpEnSion : Double unequal length A-Arm tirE : 18×6-10 R25B Hoosier uniQuE : Low height and center of gravity wEigHt : 235kg wHEElbaSE : (1600mm / 62.99inches)


This car marks the fourth car produced by UCONN Formula SAE since the reform-ing of the team in 2007. The team focused on building upon last year’s solid basic design to improve overall performance. The team plans to finish in the top 40% at competition and to finish endurance. A reduction in overall cost was also chosen as a goal to better meet budget requirements. The team has gained much knowl-edge over the last 4 years and this car represents the effort to apply knowledge gained in previous years to all aspects of this event.

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For the eighth car at South Dakota State University the Wild Hare Racing team goals were simplicity and reliability. With significant advancements over previous cars the team is striving for improvements at all levels of the competition. This car was built with long term performance and gathering test information in mind. Breaking down each aspect of the previous cars and the results from competi-tions and testings the team has packaged all the best designs into the 2012 car.

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brakE : 4 disk, fully floating bScd : 4 Cylinder, 599cc cooling : Single sidepod mounted radiator, swirl pot, electric fan drivE : Chain Drive ElEctronicS : PE-Edge EnginE : GSX-R600 Fr/rr track : 48in/1219.2mm, 46in/1168.4mm FramE : Steel Space Frame FuEl SyStEm : Fuel Injected, Returnless FuEl typE : 93 Octane matErial : 4130 Chromoly mpd : 85hp 8500rpm mpt : 55ft-lb 5000rpm olwH : 104in/2641.6mm, 57.5in/1460.5mm, 47.5in/1206.5mm SuSpEnSion : Double A-Arm with Anti-roll Bars tirE : Hoosier r25b uniQuE : Extensive use of cast Magnesium and Aluminum wEigHt : 640lb wHEElbaSE : 61in/1549.4mm

brakE : Dual front signal rear/Floating rotors/Brembo calipers/Tilton 77-series MC bScd : 67mm bore/42.5mm stroke/4 cylinders/599cch cooling : Dual side mounted aluminum radiators drivE : 6 speed sequential/Chain driven/Taylor limited-slip differential ElEctronicS : MoTec ECU/Deutsch connectors EnginE : 06/07 Yamaha R6 Fr/rr track : 48in front/46in rear FramE : 4130 Cromoly Spaceframe FuEl SyStEm : Fuel injected sequential firing FuEl typE : E-85 Ethanol matErial : Carbon fiber body/Seat/Fan shrouds/Firewall mpd : 55hp @ 11,000rpm mpt : 34ft-lb @ 7,500rpm olwH : 108in x 54in x 44in SuSpEnSion : Push/pullrod activated double unequal length A-arms tirE : 20.5x6-13 R25b uniQuE : N/A wEigHt : 570 lb wHEElbaSE : 64 in


The Stevens Institute of Technology FSAE team is looking to turn a new corner. For the first time in Steven’s history the team has completed a car within a year is looking forward to passing the knowledge to next year’s team. The goal was to design and fabricate a versatile frame and suspension to allow future teams to use a very similar design. The frame is a very spacious design that allows for easy packaging of all components. The suspension is adjusted via left and right hand threaded members allowing ease of camber, caster, and tow adjustment. The car will never have to leave the ground nor will the wheels have to be taken off to ad-just these settings. Other unique features on the car include the custom exhaust and intake manifolds which are both made from production automobile parts. The intake manifold was taken from a 2001 Toyota Corolla, and the exhaust manifold was off a 1991 BMW 318i. Each were cut and custom fitted to match the outlets from the 2005 Yamaha R6 engine found in the car. Another first for Steven’s history was the addition of a turbocharger system. These innovations will provide the Stevens FSAE program with a solid foundation for success.

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The overall design of the WF12 car is a significant improvement upon last year’s model. Preliminary design constraints chosen by the team included minimizing cost while maximizing performance and reliability. As a result we have developed a frame with a lower center of gravity with a weight distribution close to its cen-troid, a high performance naturally aspirated powertrain system, and an overall vehicle cost of only 12,000 dollars.

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brakE : 4 Wheel Dual Outboard Disc, Wilwood PS-1 Calipers, Wilwood Master Cylinder bScd : 65.5 mm / 44.5 mm / 4 cyl / 599 cc cooling : Side Mounted Water Cooled Radiator, ECU Controlled Fan drivE : Rear Wheel Drive ElEctronicS : Power Comander EnginE : 2005 Yamaha R6 600cc Fr/rr track : 46’’ F/ 53’’ R FramE : Standard Steel FuEl SyStEm : Custom Fabricated Aluminum Tank, Walbro 225LPH Intank Fuel Pump FuEl typE : 91 Octane matErial : mpd : mpt : olwH : 100" long, 63.8' wide, 53.2" high SuSpEnSion : Double A-Arm, Pushrod Actuated Spring Damper tirE : 20" X 8" Hoosier Racing Slick uniQuE : Forced Induction, Custom Aluminum Ram Style Intake wEigHt : 766.3 lbs wHEElbaSE : 63.9’’

brakE : Wilwood Compact, remote MC bScd : 600cc cooling : Custom side-mount radiator drivE : Chain drive w/ Cam and Pawl differential ElEctronicS : Weatherized, modular and track service-able. OlED status readout. Analog Tach. EnginE : 2003 Suzuki GSXR600 Fr/rr track : FramE : Tubular Space Frame FuEl SyStEm : MegaSquirt FuEl typE : Petrol matErial : 1020 Seam Welded Tube mpd : mpt : olwH : SuSpEnSion : Double unequal length A-Arm. Pushrod actuated. tirE : 21.5x7.0 -13 R25 Hoosier (Dry) uniQuE : Fabricated using 80 wEigHt : 650lb w/150lb driver wHEElbaSE :



Escuderia IPN - Instituto Politecnico Nacional, ESIME UPT (Escuela Superior de Ingeniería Mecánica y Eléctrica Unidad Profesional Ticomán)

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We are a team from Mexico, part of the IPN (National Polytechnic Institute), this is our second year of competition in Formula SAE. With the experience gained by some of the team members who have participated into this competition. We have made a new improvements in engineering, manufacturing and business organization.

Design Goals• Reduced weight of the vehicle structure• Implementation of ailerons and spoilers• Improved aerodynamic body• Robust design and economic• Increased engine performance• Less drag• Better control on curves.

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brakE : Ducati disc brakes with wilwood master cylinders bScd : 4 cylinders, 600cc cooling : Side mounted radiator w/fan system drivE : Chain and sprocket ElEctronicS : EnginE : Honda CBR 600 RR 2006 Fr/rr track : 1200 mm FramE : Welded steel tube FuEl SyStEm : Fuel Injection FuEl typE : Octane matErial : SAE 1020 steel mpd : mpt : olwH : SuSpEnSion : Fully independent push rod suspension tirE : 13in wheels uniQuE : Rack and pinion steering with own design, aerospace aluminum hub carriers wEigHt : wHEElbaSE : 1860 mm

brakE : Wilwood Brakes with steel brake disks bScd : 59mm/54.8mm/4/599cm^3 cooling : Water cooling System drivE : 5-speed ElEctronicS : Yamaha CDI EnginE : Yamaha Genesis FzR 600 Fr/rr track : 185/2.6 FramE : Steel Pipe AISI 1020 FuEl SyStEm : Carburator FuEl typE : Gasoline 93 oc matErial : Steel AISI 1020/Aluminum 2024/7075/Fiberglass mpd : 89.6 hp/10500 RPM mpt : 65.7 N·m/8500 RPM olwH : 2700mm(106.3 in),1532mm(60.32in),1270mm(50in) SuSpEnSion : Independent Push rod Suspension tirE : 185/60 R14 82H uniQuE : Aeroespacial Aluminum Recycled wEigHt : 250.54 kg wHEElbaSE : 1830mm(72.05 in)

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The MRT-14 is the McGill Racing Team’s fourteenth entrant into the Formula SAE series. Equipped with a Rotax ds450 engine, a pushrod actuated suspen-sion setup, and a switch to 10” wheels, the goals of the MRT-14 are as follows: a 15% increase in power through extensive engine tuning and data acquisition, a 7% reduction in weight, increased focus on testing and development of tire knowledge and data.

Simplicity of manufacturing was achieved through standardized plumbing and fasteners as well as maximizing laser cut materials. Three levels of testing has allowed for testing of multiple intake designs in a short amount of time. De-velopment of simulation tools has assisted the McGill Racing Team to make better steering and suspension design choices. Implementation of a redesigned electronics system will allow the team to achieve performance gains better than ever before.

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The goal of the 2012 Polar Bear Racing (PBR) Formula SAE team is to increase performance by reducing vehicle weight. Additionally, an accelerated timeline will ensure ample design preparation and one month of dynamic tuning prior to competition. These strides will give our team the opportunity to achieve PBR’s highest results to date.

Featuring PBR’s first single piece carbon fiber chassis and powered by a Honda 600 F4i, this 2012 addition to the PBR family is sure to impress. Focusing on weight reduction and vehicle simplicity will ensure a reliable vehicle for the Polar Bear Racing Team.

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brakE : Four Outboard Floating Discs, AP Racing CP4227/CP4226 Calipers bScd : 97 mm / 60.8 mm / 1 Cylinder / 449 cc cooling : Liquid-cooled drivE : 520 Chain, Torsen Differential (Custom Casing), Tubular Driveshafts ElEctronicS : Performance Electronics EDGE ECU EnginE : BRP-ROTAX Type 449, Quad-Valve, DOHC Fr/rr track : 1232 mm / 1181 mm FramE : Tubular Steel Space Frame FuEl SyStEm : FuEl typE : 93 Octane matErial : 1010 Steel mpd : mpt : olwH : 2648 mm / 1423 mm / 1143 mm SuSpEnSion : Pushrod-Actuated, Penske 7800 Damp-ers, Adjustable ARB tirE : 18x6-10 LC0 Hoosier uniQuE : Carbon Fiber Flex-Paddle Shifters wEigHt : 234 kg (515 lb) wHEElbaSE : 1575 mm

brakE : Outboard floating ductile cast iron rotors 22.225 cm front / 18.415 cm rear bScd : 67mm bore / 42.5mm stroke / 4 cylinder / 599 cc cooling : Single side-mounted aluminum radiator with thermostatically controlled fan drivE : Chain Driven Torsion T1 based differential with 2 piece 7075-T6 housing ElEctronicS : Steering Wheel mounted, LED warning lights and 7 segment LCD displays EnginE : 2002 Honda CBR 600F4i, Naturally aspirated Fr/rr track : 1219mm (48 in) / 1118mm (44 in) FramE : Full Carbon Composite Monocoque FuEl SyStEm : DTAFast ECU controlled sequential injectors FuEl typE : 91 Octane matErial : mpd : 10500 mpt : 8500 olwH : 3020mm (118.9 in) / 1383mm (54.5 in) / 1100mm (43.3 in) SuSpEnSion : Double unequal length A-Arms. Pull rod actuated horizontal spring and damper tirE : D2704 20.0x7.0-13 R075 uniQuE : Single Piece Composite Chassis, Titanium flex link axle option wEigHt : 272 kg (600 lbs) wHEElbaSE : 1620mm (63.75 in)

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The 2012 model features several innovative components, some of which include a side mounted motor for yaw moment optimization and extremely light-weight suspension achieved by thin section bearings. The spool and belt drive system are designed for quiet and simple operation coupled with a flux capacitor for superior performance and reliability. Indy style seat inserts are custom fitted to each driver for enhanced ergonomics and driver performance.

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The team was founded in 1994 by a group of six KU mechanical engineers. Since then, the team has grown into a team comprising of 36 undergraduate seniors and over 20 volunteers. Team members represent several disciplines including mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, electrical engineering, industrial design, and business. The Jayhawk Motorsports Formula SAE team (JMS) has a longstanding history of success in competition including 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th place overall finishes. Following a 9th place overall finish and 1st place autocross finish in 2011 at Michigan, the University of Kansas Formula SAE team has designed an improved and highly competitive 2012 racecar.

Jayhawk Motorsports uses an array of computational analysis and physical testing techniques to design a vehicle with high performance capabilities. Engineer-ing begins by determining target suspension. Suspension hardpoints are then finalized using kinematics software. Flow simulation is utilized for aerodynamic flow simulation and experimental data is collected through full scale wind tunnel testing. A full car model was also created in SolidWorks to predict weight, CG, and moments of inertia.

brakE : Brembo 2 Piston Calipers, Ductile Iron Rotors, Bespoke Master Cylinders bScd : 67mm bore / 42.5mm stroke / 4 cylinder / 599 cc cooling : Water Cooled, Single Radiator, Single Fan drivE : Chain Drive ElEctronicS : Life Racing F88 ECU EnginE : Honda CBR600RR Fr/rr track : Front: 48in (1219.2mm), Rear: 46in (1168.4mm) FramE : Composite Monocoque FuEl SyStEm : Student Manufactured and Return System FuEl typE : E-85 Ethanol matErial : Composite Monocoque mpd : 11000rpm mpt : 9000rpm olwH : L: 127in (3225.8mm), W: 55.5in (1409.7mm), H: 54.2in (1376.68mm) SuSpEnSion : Double Unequal Length A-Arm, Pull/Push Rod Actuated Spring and Damper tirE : 20.5 x 7 – 13 R25B Hoosier uniQuE : Aerodynamic Package wEigHt : 590lbs (267.6kg) wHEElbaSE : 65in (1651mm)


brakE : Tandem Master Cylinder Double disk front single rear bScd : 99/65/1/501cc cooling : Aluminum Radiator, Internal Water Pump drivE : Belt Driven Spool ElEctronicS : DL1 mk3 data logger EnginE : Honda 450 TRX Fr/rr track : 48/46 inches FramE : Steel Space Frame FuEl SyStEm : Intake Fuel Pump FuEl typE : 91 matErial : The Good Stuff mpd : 59 Hp mpt : 35 olwH : 80 inches, 56 inches, 39 inches SuSpEnSion : Unequal Length A-Arm tirE : 18-7.5-10 R25B uniQuE : Side Mounted Motor wEigHt : 335lb wHEElbaSE : 59.999999999999 inches


The overall design goal for NIU12 is a minimalistic, simple, lightweight and reliable car, keeping in mind the intended customer of the weekend auto crosser. Calspan Tire Data centralized the design phase, allowing optimization of suspension geometry, chassis components, and powertrain systems. Adjustability was also given a high priority. The NIU12 total vehicle weighs in at 390 pounds, while uti-lizing a 550cc two cylinder engine and 13 inch wheels. Frame weight has been minimized to 65 pounds total, utilizing a space frame. Drivetrain progress yielded a custom aluminum differential and tripod housings, using an anodizing system for wear resistance. Custom brake hats and rotors are designed to maximize braking performance. Steering utilizes a student designed steering shaft operated by a custom steering wheel. Engine progress yielded a simple, reliable system with proven competitive power numbers. Dual side pods are utilized to protect electronics and maximize airflow to a single radiator. In addition, internal spring dampers are fine-tuned via on track testing.

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The University of Michigan–Dearborn Formula SAE team is in a transition year in which new team members will learn and improve upon proven designs. This year’s design is optimized around the Yamaha Genesis 80FI two cylinder engine and CVT package to produce a vehicle marketed toward the “nonprofessional weekend autocross racer”. The goals of 2012 are to improve reliability, reduce weight, increase power and pay attention to detail while increasing competitive-ness. These goals will be reached by continuing to design with simple low mass parts, removing material where appropriate yet increasing strength where neces-sary, and retaining our simple and high quality manufacturing techniques.

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brakE : Front and Rear Discs with Floating Rotors bScd : 80mm bore / 55mm stroke / 2 cylinder / 55 cc cooling : Single radiator drivE : Chain driven, Quaife style limited slip diff ElEctronicS : DTA ECU EnginE : Aprilia 550 Fr/rr track : 46"/45" FramE : Spaceframe 4130 Chromoly FuEl SyStEm : Sequential Injection FuEl typE : 93 Octane matErial : 4130 steel tubing, 1.00 to 0.750 diameter, various wall thicknesses mpd : 55 hp @ 8000rpm mpt : 45 ft-lbs olwH : 2650mm long, 13211mm wide, 1149mm high SuSpEnSion : Direct Actuation Air Spring tirE : 20.5 x 6-13 Hoosier R25 uniQuE : MyChron 3 Dash wEigHt : 530lbs wHEElbaSE : 63.5"

brakE : Dual Actuated push/pull master cylinders with 4x outboard rotors bScd : 77x53.6mm Bore/Stroke, 2 Cylinder, 499cc cooling : Single side-mounted radiator drivE : Belt and #520 chain drive ElEctronicS : Microsquirt ECU EnginE : Yamaha Genesis 80FI Fr/rr track : 47/45.5in (194/1156mm) FramE : 4130 tubular steel space frame, 7075 alumi-num rear subfram FuEl SyStEm : Common rail duel fuel injector/ in-tank pump FuEl typE : 100 Octane matErial : AISI 4130, 7075 Aluminum mpd : 11,000 mpt : 8,500 olwH : 2745x1416x997m SuSpEnSion : Independent SlA, pullrod actuated tirE : Hoosier 18x6-10in LCO uniQuE : CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) wEigHt : 498lb/226kg wHEElbaSE : 61in (1550mm)



The Queen’s 2012 entry builds on the extensive background and knowledge of the team to bring an entirely brand-new vehicle design to competition. The design seeks to improve reliability and simplicity of the vehicle, focusing on the vehicle at a fundamental level before concentrating on ancillary components. The result is a vehicle that is not only lighter, but more powerful and drivable than recent Queen’s vehicles.

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brakE : 4 wheel floating outboard cast iron bScd : 67 mm / 42.5 mm / 4 cylinder / 599 cc cooling : Water Cooled, Radiator with Ducting drivE : Clutch-Pack LSD ElEctronicS : Custom dash EnginE : Honda CBR 600 F4 Fr/rr track : 1250 mm / 1150 mm FramE : TIG Welded 4130 Steel Spaceframe FuEl SyStEm : FuEl typE : 91 Octane matErial : Carbon fibre bodywork mpd : 82 hp (12000 RPM) mpt : 50 ft-lbs (8000 RPM) olwH : 2555 mm / 1430 mm / 1065 mm SuSpEnSion : Unequal length A-arm. Front pullrod, Rear pushrod tirE : 13" Goodyear D2704 Front / Rear uniQuE : Unsprung undertray wEigHt : 620 lbs wHEElbaSE : 1550 mm

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Simplistic design with decisions based on a risk-potential analysis to extract the most out of the contact patch with a set amount of resources. Specific features include unsprung aero capable of high downforce at low speeds.

Steel frame, 13” tires, big wings, v-twin, manual clutch and shifter.

brakE : Aluminum Metal Matrix Composite Floating Rotors bScd : 80mm/55mm/2/553cc cooling : Water Cooled drivE : Chain Driven ElEctronicS : Cosworth SQ6 ECU, LiFePO4 battery EnginE : Aprilia SXV 5.5 Fr/rr track : (1219/48)/(1117/44) FramE : 4130 Spaceframe FuEl SyStEm : Electronic Port Fuel Injection FuEl typE : E-85 matErial : Titanium,Aluminum,Steel,Carbon Fiber,Nylon 6/6 mpd : 8500 mpt : 5700 olwH : 3112/122.5,1219/48,1092/43 SuSpEnSion : Unequal Length Unparallel A-arms tirE : 20.5 x 6.0-13 R25B uniQuE : Twin Chassis wEigHt : 515lb / 233kg wHEElbaSE : 1575mm / 62in

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Auburn University has been participating in the Formula SAE Michigan event every year since 1996. For 2012, the team has adopted an aggressive design and manufacturing schedule with specific focus on performance, reliability, and manu-facturability. Auburn started from the ground up with this year’s design with an all new monocoque housing a 2008 model Yamaha R6 powerplant. The car features a custom Salisbury limited slip differential, underbody diffuser, wireless telemetry, KAz/Penske dampers, and suspension kinematics focused on capitalizing on tire performance.

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Purdue University’s entry for the 2012 season is an evolution of the designs developed over many years. Through careful consideration of components and layout, refinement was made only where design change could be proven beneficial to overall vehicle performance. This was done through theoretical and computational analysis as well as empirical testing. The overall vehicle analysis focused on suspension, chassis, powertrain, aerodynamics, electronics, and drivetrain systems as well as the way in which each system will interface.

brakE : Custom Cross-Drilled Rotors bScd : Front : Wilwood PS-1 Calipers Rear : AP CP4226 Calipers cooling : Student Built drivE : Drexeler Formula Student Differential ElEctronicS : Motec M400 EnginE : Honda F4i Fr/rr track : 48inch/48inch FramE : 4130 chromoly steel FuEl SyStEm : Student Built FuEl typE : 93 matErial : Aluminum mpd : 85 mpt : 45 olwH : 115inch, 56.5inch, 39inch SuSpEnSion : 4-Wheel Independent, Pull Rod, Fully Adjustable, Custom Tuned Shocks tirE : Goodyear 20.0×7.0 -13 in. Racing Slicks uniQuE : wEigHt : 588 lbswHEElbaSE : 62.5inch


brakE : 9.5"/7" F/R floating rotors bScd : 67mm/42.5mm/4 cyl/599cc cooling : Dual custom-core radiators drivE : Chain-driven Salisbury-style differential ElEctronicS : MoTec; CAN BUS EnginE : 2008 Yamaha R6 Fr/rr track : 1270/1245 mm FramE : CFRP/5052 Al honeycomb monocoque; 4130 rear spaceframe FuEl SyStEm : Fuel-injection FuEl typE : 100 matErial : Fiber Glass mpd : 12000 mpt : 10000 olwH : 2763/1588/1087 mm SuSpEnSion : F/R SLA tirE : Michelin 53/13 uniQuE : Active intake runners wEigHt : 272 kg wHEElbaSE : 1651 mm


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Oakland University started the season and development of their 2012 entrant with a high level of enthusiasm following their best competition finish in the team’s 10 year history.

This enthusiasm was carried into summer in which the 2011 entrant captured Oakland’s third straight Detroit SCCA Solo class championship and was put through many hours of testing and tuning. During this time, more miles were logged on the 2011 car than any predecessor.

The saying, “To finish first, you must first finish” led Oakland University to adopt the primary goal of reliability during the 2009 season. In the following years, several iterations led to more compact, lighter, and more innovative systems. Improvements specific to the 2012 car include a new aerodynamic setup, custom engine management, pushbutton gear shifting system, redesigned steering wheel, pedals, and intake manifold.

Grizzlies Racing manifests performance, reliability, economy, safety and drive-ability in this year’s vehicle package: GRX2.

The team would like to thank its sponsors and the University for their continued support. Without them it would not be possible to compete.

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Michigan State University’s 2012 Formula SAE Car, Car 27, represents the team’s return to a carbon fiber monocoque chassis. Large considerations for driver ergonomics, drivability, and reliability have Car 27 promising to be an outstand-ing competitor in this year’s competition. Returning as the vehicle powerplant, the well developed Honda CBR F4i has equipped Car 27 with the most powerful engine in MSU’s history. Unique attributes include a redesigned cooling system, the introduction of the Drexler FSAE LSD, and an electro-pneumatic paddle shift-ing system capable of producing shifts in 80 ms. The team has returned a strong core of dedicated members who all have high expectations for FSAE Lincoln.

we would like to thank michigan State university and all of our sponsors, friends and family for their kind contributions and support!

brakE : Wilwood PS-1, dual piston. Sintered metallic compound pads. Tilton 77 MC bScd : 67mm/42.5mm/Inline 4 cyl/ 599cc cooling : Single front-ducted, sidepod mounted radiator (2) 13.2cm shroud-mounted fans drivE : 520 Non-Oring Chain ElEctronicS : Motec M400 with ADL upgrade EnginE : Honda CBR 600 F4i Fr/rr track : 1194mm/1194mm FramE : Full carbon fiber monocoque with rear steel tube sub-frame FuEl SyStEm : Sequential fuel injection, Bosch FP100 pump, Stock Honda FP Reg FuEl typE : 93 Octane matErial : mpd : 10500 RPM mpt : 9000 RPM olwH : 2747.3 mm long, 1390.1 mm wide, 1098.3 mm high SuSpEnSion : Double unequal length A-Arm. Push-rod actuated spring and damper tirE : 20.0 x 7.0-13" D2704 Goodyear uniQuE : Electro-pneumatic Paddle Shifting System, Onboard Wireless Telemetry wEigHt : 590 lbs wHEElbaSE : 1588mm


brakE : Floating rotors, 2-piston Brembo calipers bScd : 67mm bore / 42.5mm stroke / 4 cylinders / 599cc cooling : Dual side-mounted radiators with ECM controlled fan drivE : 520 pitch chain, aluminum sprocket, speed sens-ing limited-slip differential ElEctronicS : Megasquirt3 ECM with custom peripher-als EnginE : Honda CBR F4i 600 Fr/rr track : 1245mm/1194mm FramE : Tubular space frame FuEl SyStEm : Sequential MPFI FuEl typE : 93 octane (R+M)/2 matErial : 1020 Cold-formed steel mpd : 11500 rpm mpt : 10000 rpm olwH : 2655mm long, 1450mm wide, 1175mm high SuSpEnSion : Double unequal length A-Arms with push rod actuated dampers tirE : 20x7x13 D2704 uniQuE : Student design electromechanical shifter and steering wheel wEigHt : 128.3kg front / 144.7kg rear (with 68kg driver) wHEElbaSE : 1600 mm


Rich with history and tradition, the RIT Formula SAE Racing Team has competed in thirty-eight Formula SAE and Formula Student competitions on three different continents. In twenty years, RIT has been awarded numerous accolades, including overall titles in the US, England, and Australia. In the 2011 competition season RIT placed 5th at Formula Student Germany with strong performances in individual events including a victory in Acceleration, 3rd place in Autocross, and 4th place in Skidpad.

The goal of the RIT Formula SAE Racing Team is to produce a winning car for the FSAE competitions. To achieve that, the racecar must be fast, reliable, easy to drive, and efficient. An extensive simulation effort guided the design process. Physical testing was performed using both destructive and non-destructive meth-ods. Dynamometers were used to properly tune the engine, dampers, and brakes. An efficient testing plan was designed in order to best utilize the spring season to validate critical design aspects of the vehicle.

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brakE : Custom Dual Piston Calipers bScd : cooling : Single Radiator and Duct drivE : Rear Wheel Chain Drive ElEctronicS : Steering Wheel Interface and Motec ECU EnginE : Yamaha Fr/rr track : 45 in FramE : Carbon Fiber Monocoque FuEl SyStEm : Custom Fuel Injection FuEl typE : 100 Octane matErial : Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer and Aluminum Honeycomb Composite mpd : 9000 mpt : 8000 olwH : 111.7 in / 53.5 in / 43 in SuSpEnSion : Doulbe A-Arm tirE : uniQuE : Front and Rear Wings wEigHt : 840 lb @ 65 mph wHEElbaSE : 62 in

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The EMS12R is a an almost completely new racecar compared to the EMS11R and EMS10R. An all new frame, suspension design, engine control system, and instrument cluster allows for evolutionary leaps Eagle Motorsports has never seen in the past. The EMS12R is 12 pounds lighter than the EMS11R due to innova-tive use of a freshly engineered spool main drive, single-disk inboard rear brake, significantly smaller frame, and lighter suspension components. Ergonomics has vastly improved eventhough the EMS12R’s cockpit is 33% smaller than the EMS11R’s. Our simple and clean design philosophy applies and should deliver solid on-track performance.

brakE : Front: Hydraulic Disk / Rear: Hydraulic Disk bScd : Bore: 98mm /Stroke: 72mm/ Single-Cylinder / 543cc cooling : Liquid Cooled w/ Thermostatically Controlled Electric Fan drivE : Chain Drive ElEctronicS : PE3 ECU, Arduino Powered Cluster EnginE : KTM 525 [543cc] CR: 13.5:1 Fr/rr track : 1116mm (44in) / 1048mm (41.25in) FramE : Tubular-Steel Space Frame FuEl SyStEm : Fuel Injection FuEl typE : 100 Octane matErial : Frame: AISI 1026 Steel mpd : 50 BHP @ 9500 rpm mpt : 34 ft*lb @ 7400 rpm olwH : L: 2442mm (96.14in) / W: 1290mm (50.8in) / H: 1220mm (48in) SuSpEnSion : Double A-Arm / Pullrod & Rocker tirE : Hoosier R25B 18.0x6.0-10 uniQuE : Crank Trigger/Generator, Arduino-based instru-ment cluster. wEigHt : 560 lbf wHEElbaSE : 1597mm (62.875in)

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F2012 represents the seventh Formula SAE vehicle produced by USF Rac-ing since 2005. It is a pure evolution of F2011, USF Racing’s previous car. The following goals were identified at the beginning of the design process: reduce the weight by 20lbs from last year’s model, strong focus on ergonomics, and improving in the areas in which F2011 lacked. F2012 runs a naturally aspirated Suzuki LT-R450 450cc single cylinder engine, carbon fiber drive shafts, and 10 inch wheels. We successful integration of last year’s knowledge into this year’s design goals, we hope to design, manufacture, and compete with a vehicle which is aggressive in all aspects of the FSAE competitions.

We would like to thank all of our sponsors for the vast commitment to our team.

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brakE : Wilwood Front and Rear Calipers, Custom Rotors bScd : 95.5mm/62.8mm/Single Cylinder/450cc cooling : Side Mount Radiator with Electric Fan drivE : 520 Chain, Automatic Torque Biasing ElEctronicS : Voodoo Magic EnginE : Suzuki LT-R 450 Fr/rr track : 1295 mm/1245 mm FramE : 4130 Chromoly Spaceframe FuEl SyStEm : Fuel Injection FuEl typE : 100 Octane matErial : 4130 mpd : 9500 mpt : 6500 olwH : 2578mm long,1448mm wide, 1072mm high SuSpEnSion : Double unequal length A-Arm. Pushrod tirE : Hoosier 18x6-10 LC0 uniQuE : Proudly built in the USA wEigHt : 230 kg wHEElbaSE : 1585mm

The Formula FEI RS7 is the 7th Formula SAE prototype from FEI and the 3rd vehicle with the lightweight concept, in which 10” wheels and a single cylinder engine were used.

The RS7 stands for an evolution among the RS generation vehicles. This is ac-complished without losing the main design objective: To suit the non-professional, weekend, competition racer market, allying the best compromises in performance, aesthetics, cost, ergonomics, maintainability, manufacturability and reliability.

The yellow, green and blue painting is a tribute to Ayrton Senna and identifies the Formula FEI during international competitions.

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brakE : FEI Calipers and Floating Rotors / Wilwood Master Cylinders w/ Adj. Balance bScd : 95 mm / 63.4 mm / 1 cyl / 449 cc cooling : Custom Aluminum Radiator drivE : 520 Chain and Custom Torsen T-1 ElEctronicS : AIM EVO3 Pro, FEI Telemetry, CAN bus and Dashboard EnginE : Yamaha WR450FEI Fr/rr track : 1165 mm (45,87") / 1185 mm (46,65") FramE : Tubular Space Frame FuEl SyStEm : FuelTech FT400, Custom Bosch Fuel Pump and Siemens Racing Injector FuEl typE : E85 or E100 Ethanol matErial : 1020 Steel, Nomex Honeycomb and Carbon Fiber mpd : 40 kW @ 8000 rpm mpt : 50 Nm @ 6000 rpm olwH : 2405mm (94,68"), 1405 mm (55,31"), 1000 mm (39,37") SuSpEnSion : Double A-Arms, Pull rods, Custom JRz Dampers and Adj. Anti-Roll Bars tirE : 18x6-10 LC0 Hoosier uniQuE : FEI Telemetry, CAN bus and Dashboard wEigHt : 238 kg (525 lb) w/ driver wHEElbaSE : 1550 mm (61")


There is a large group of individuals who make sure the numerous details are completed to make a successful event.SaE intErnational StaFFEducation rElationS:4 Bob Sechler – Manager, Education

Relations4 Steve Daum – Manager, Collegiate

Design Series Programs4 Sam Barill – Manager, Collegiate Design

Series Programs4 Kaley zundel – Event Relations

Operations Manager4 Allison Charney – Collegiate Program

Coordinator4 Martha Schanno – Event Development,

Corporate Sales

FSaE rulES committEE4 Robert Chadwick, Andrew Deakin,

Raffaele Fregonese, Fernando Gonzales, Matthew Johnson, Mark Muddiman, Bill Riley, Kevin Royce, Doug Fraser, Frank Roeske, Gerry LaRue, Matthew James, Dan Jones, Eric Klang, Dan Dolan

Key Players

voluntEErS 4 Leo Abels, Joseph Austin, Steve

Balanecki, Jude Berthault, Ed Bishop, Andrew Boellstorff, Raleigh Boreen, Velma Boreen, Brian Boyd, Scooter Brothers, Sandi Brown, Wally Brown, Alex Buchka, William Burkey, Brian Butler, Alba Colon, Mark Cronquist, Thom Croyle, Eric Cunningham, David Currier, Jason Detweiler, Michael Donoho, Stephen Ducharme, Matt Duncan, Linda Duncan, Howard Duncan, Geoff Ewing, Jonathan Fiello, Loran Fortik, Jerry Frye, Tyler Furman, Oscar Garcia, Candace Gerber, Lori Gill, Rob Giovenale, Cleber Gomes, Ken Gordon, Doug Gore, Brian Hagen, Mark Hansen, Aaron Hanson, Brian Harmer, Bob Hartunian, Nick Hatfield, Kirk Havick, Greg Hazard, Sebastien Hebert, zachary Hill, Jeff Holm, Bruce Holtmeier, Jacob Homer, Jack Horowitz, Brad House, Janice Hueske, Jerry Irvine, Curtis Jacobson, Brian Jakubowski, Marvin Jaques, Chuck Jones, Matt Kalmus, John Keech, Kenneth Krenk, Deb Kroll, Michael Kuss,

(as of May 13, 2012)

Chris Lang, Todd Lewis, Casey Lund, Joe Malousek, Evan Martin, Dave McCagg, Bob McElroy, Doug Milliken, Bill Mitchell, Gerri Monahan, Tim Moran, Mark Muddiman, James Nazarian, Gary Newton, Bill Niaura, Rob Nickolaus, Lisa Noble, Mike O’Neil, Ryan Ostmeyer, William Palensky, Brent Parde, Devin Pauley, Matthew Petty, Kathy Plunkett, Eric Poe, Kent Prather, Dean Rabel, Lawrence Raitinger, Bryan Rawlins, Brian Reese, Devin Rickey, Bill Riley, Abigail Rimel, David Rimel, Neil Roberts, Michael Rooks, Claude Rouelle, Ryan Rusher, Kevin Rutherford, Steve Sayovitz, Clancy Schmidt, Ted Schultz, Mike Scott, Rich Small, Chuck Smith, Carson Smith, Andrew Steiger, Robert Stratton, Jason Swindle, Doug Temple, Mike Thodoroff, Eric Thompsen, Tim Umshler, Jared Utz, Virginia Uzendoski, Jason Wahl, Diane Walkowiak, Tobin Watson, Chris Wegner, Marlon Weiss, Elmer Wessel, Thomas Williams, Robert Wilmot, Christian Yaeger, Chris Yanchar, Gary Young, Ali zangeneh, Adam zemke, Suzy zukowski, Eden zukowski, Aaron zukowski

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