the american university in cairo mechanical engineering department

AUC Formula Competition TeamThe American University In Cairo

Mechanical Engineering Department

Forces and Calculations

o Overview

o Different Systems

o Design Phase

oManufacturing Phase

o Assembly Phase

oStatic Testing

oTest Drive

oDisassembly and shipping

oCompetition

Outline

Suspension Components

Wishbone Push rod

Crank bell

spring

upright

Steering Components

Steering wheel

Quick release

Column rod

Tie rod

Ball joint

Rack and pinion

Steering Theories

Ackerman Parallel Reverse Ackerman

Main components of chassis

Impact Attenuator Design

The proposed Design• Near final dimensions• All Solidworks sketches are fully

defined. • The dimensions are nearly finalized.• The design looks more aerodynamic

than design two.• Cd=0.36

PRELIMINARY DESIGNS

THE Proposed DESIGN

• HONDA CBR600RR

Selected EngineSelected Engine

Air Intake Final DesignAir Intake Design

Air Intake System Flow SimulationAir Intake System Flow Simulation

Exhaust System Final DesignExhaust System Design

• Material Selection Criteria-High Temperatures, Cost & Availability

• Material: Cast Iron• Manufacturing• Items to be Purchased:

-Catalytic ConverterFurther Modifications

Exhaust System Final DesignExhaust System Design Analysis

Brake System Design

Powertrain Assembly

Final assembly