FSAE Torsion Test Results

Example Introductions that would be used on a report like Lab 5: FSAE Torsion Test.An Introduction for a client that paid for a particular test:This report presents the results of the torsion testing of your FSAE chassis that was delivered to our facility. The torsional stiffness of the chassis with and without the engine bay cross brace was determined as requested. In addition to those results, an overview of the testing procedure, documentation of the test data for your chassis, and additional comments about your chassis are given. An Introduction for general readers of a racing magazine (Same work, different audience and objective):

While great attention is paid to optimizing the weight and stiffness of a FSAE chassis, the design of the roll is cage is sometimes neglected. The truth is, it is a significant member of the space frame and may be made to contribute an additional 50% above the nominal torsional stiffness of a chassis with a simple roll hoop alone.

This report presents the results of the torsion testing of a typical FSAE chassis which happens to have a removable brace (over the engine bay) in addition to the roll hoop. The torsional stiffness of the chassis with and without the engine bay brace is determined. In addition to those results, an overview of the testing procedure, documentation of the test data, and additional comments about the chassis are given.