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Car Design and Manufacturing

FAQs


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ContentsWhen is the last date to submit the car design? .......................................................................................... 3

How do we submit our car design to F1 in Schools India? ........................................................................... 3

Members of our team are going away on vacation. Can one of our team members collect or receive the

cars on behalf of the team? .......................................................................................................................... 3

What happens when I submit my design to F1S India? ................................................................................ 4

How long does F1S take to manufacture the car after design is submitted? ............................................... 4

How would F1S decide the order of manufacturing? ................................................................................... 4

Are students allowed into the manufacturing facility? ................................................................................ 4

Are students allowed to take pictures of their cars being manufactured? .................................................. 5

How long does the manufacturing process last? .......................................................................................... 5

What is the cost of manufacturing and how to teams pay for manufacturing? .......................................... 5

Will F1S manufacture wheels and axles as per the specification of the teams? ......................................... 5

Can the teams manufacture their own wheels or axles? ............................................................................. 6

Will F1S paint or put finishing touches to the cars? ..................................................................................... 6

Can the body of cars be made of any other material except for Balsa wood from F1S? ............................. 6


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When is the last date to submit the car design?

As informed during all school presentations and seminars, the earlier you give us

your car design the better are your chances to be able to test the manufactured

car. The last day to submit your car design for manufacturing is 5th

Jan 2013.

However, we suggest that teams dont wait till the last day to submit the designs.

How do we submit our car design to F1 in Schools India?

1. Open the fully assembled car's assembly file.

2. Go to File > Pack and Go.

3. In the pack and go window, make sure that all component part files are

selected along with the assembly file.

4. Click on the "Save to Zip file" button.

5. Save the file.

6. Mail the zip file to [email protected].

7. Make sure that you put up the subject of the mail as: " -

- Car Design No (1/2/3)"

Members of our team are going away on vacation. Can one of our teammembers collect or receive the cars on behalf of the team?

F1Smanufacturing centre shall be open on all days till 5th

January 2013. The

centre shall be closed between 5th

11th

Jan 2013 and will reopen after the

Regionals.


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We have no problems with designs being submitted to us after your school closes

or when it breaks for winter.

What happens when I submit my design to F1S India?

Again, as mentioned during the seminars we will inspect your car design and

suggest changes to the design if required. If the teamsdontwish to change the

design based on our suggestions, we do not guarantee the outcome of

manufactured cars.

How long does F1S take to manufacture the car after design is

submitted?

After providing design feedback and based on teams consent on manufacturing, it

would take us an average of 4 business days to manufacture both cars.

How would F1S decide the order of manufacturing?

The manufacturing shall be scheduled on a first come first serve basis.

Are students allowed into the manufacturing facility?

Students can put in a request to come and observe their cars being manufactured

and collect them subsequently. Please note that it is not mandatory for a team to

come in individually for the manufacturing process.


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Are students allowed to take pictures of their cars being manufactured?

Students are free to take pictures without disrupting operations or the

manufacturing process.

How long does the manufacturing process last?

It takes an average of 60 minutes to manufacture one F1S car.

What is the cost of manufacturing and how to teams pay for

manufacturing?

As informed, the cost of manufacturing and raw materials is Rs. 7000

Cheques can be made in favour of KaptanMCA Trackstar Private Limited.

NOTE: Please note that F1S will only start the manufacturing process upon receipt

of the cheques.

Will F1S manufacture wheels and axles as per the specification of the

teams?

F1S shall provide standard wheels and axles as shown in the seminars and advised

during presentations. The cost of the wheels and axles are included in the

manufacturing costs.


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Can the teams manufacture their own wheels or axles?

The teams are free to manufacture their own wheels or axles as long as they

conform with the rules and regulations posted on thewww.f1inschoolsindia.com

website.

F1S will not be responsible for manufacturing customized wheels and axles for the

teams.

Will F1S paint or put finishing touches to the cars?

F1S will note paint or put finishing touches as explained and clearly intimated to

all the teams.

Can the body of cars be made of any other material except for Balsa

wood from F1S?

The body of cars must always be made from the Balsa wood supplied by F1S India.
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