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- Fluid mechanics
- CFD
- CAD
- Knowledge of composites, cores, resin, etc.
- Innovation and creativity
- Organization
- Conceptual development of aero package (components and global assembly)
- Creating and modifying CFD simulation settings
- CFD component simulation, iteration of geometries based on analysis
- Geometry modelling for CFD simulations
- Post-process analysis of simulated geometries and decision making in the design phase
- Development of multi-element aerofoil sets for aero package components
- Optimizing cooling air flow
- Mapping the results obtained from simulations
- Development and development of load-bearing parts of packages
- FEA simulations of load-bearing parts of composite structures
- Manufacturing of composite structures
- SimScale
- ParaView
- Siemcenter STAR-CCM+
- SOLIDWORKS
- MS Excel
- Mechanics (Statics and dynamics)
- Strength of materials
- Finite Elements Analysis
- Knowledge of composites, cores, resins, etc.
- Knowledge of mould making materials
- CAD design of monocoque chassis
- Design of monocoque chassis moulds and moulds of composite parts
- Manufacturing of chassis and other composite parts
- FEA and topology optimization of monocoque chassis and all structural composite parts
- Determining the layout of the monocoque chassis and consulting other subteams in selecting layouts for their composite components
- Conducting the calculations of the strength of the monocoque chassis according to the rules of the Formula Student
- FEM and security impact attenuator design
- Driver's ergonomy, CAD, FEA of pedalbox, seat, steering wheel
- Abaqus
- SOLIDWORKS
- MATLAB
- MS Office
- Control and Estimation theory
- Vehicle Dynamics
- Electric vehicle architecture
- Electrical engineering
- Development of vehicle dynamics control algorithms
- Development of battery control algorithms
- Vehicle and battery state estimation
- Sensor data processing
- Vehicle state monitoring
- Integration of algorithms on Vehicle Control Unit
- Telemetry development
- MATLAB / Simulink
- AVL VSM
- PCAN-View/Vector CANalyzer
- MS Excel
- Heat transfer and fluid mechanics
- CFD
- CAD
- Knowledge of material properties
- Development of CFD flow simulations
- Thermodynamic calculations and one-dimensional simulations
- Development of cooling system components
- Selection of purchased and standard components
- Development of heat exchangers for electric motor drive
- SOLIDWORKS
- Autodesk Inventor
- MATLAB & Simulink
- SimScale/Openfoam
- Graphic design
- Working with basic graphic standards
- Pre-press and printing processes
- Illustration
- Content creation
- Creativity
- Thinking out of the box
- Attention to detail
- Development of graphic solutions - logos, typography, posters, brochures, websites, etc.
- Close collaboration with other subteams, mostly Marketing
- Design and visualization of team clothes
- Rendering / visualization / illustration
- Creating and editing photos and videos
- UI Design / Web Design (front-end and back-end knowledge, WordPress)
- Fulfilling tasks within deadlines
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Lightroom
- Adobe After Effect
- Adobe Premier Pro
- KeyShot 9
- SOLIDWORKS/Catia
- Linux / bash
- Python, C / C++
- Computer Vision
- Neural networks and Machine learning
- Probability and Statistics
- Control and Estimation theory
- Camera object recognition
- LiDAR point-cloud based object detection
- Sensor fusion
- Simultaneous Localization and Mapping
- Trajectory optimization
- Vehicle motion planning and control
- ROS
- Gazebo simulator
- Unreal Engine
- MATLAB / Simulink
The Drivetrain subteam designs and develops the mechanical side of the vehicle’s powertrain, making iterative improvements to find the most efficient way to transfer torque from the motors. A rigorous concept selection process is followed by calculation, modelling, detailing, and optimization, and finally the procurement of standard parts and the manufacture of non-standard parts, as well as assembly.
- CAD
- Finite Element Analysis
- Topology optimization
- Technical documentation
- Concept development
- Framework calculations in Python
- Gear, shaft and bearing calculations in KISSsoft
- Development of CAD models
- FEM analysis of shafts, housings, gears in Abaqus
- Topology optimization of housing and gears in Abaqus
- Model detailing
- Abaqus
- Python
- Autodesk Inventor
- KeySoft
- SOLIDWORKS
- MS Excel
The work in the Electric Motors subteam can be roughly divided into three parts: electrical design, motor design and the modelling and development of the engine cooling system. The development starts with the definition of the basic performance that the motors must meet and the definition of their limit values, after which the design and manufacturing can begin in earnest.
- Electromagnetism
- Finite Element Analysis
- CAD
- Knowledge of material characteristics
- Interdisciplinarity
- Electromagnetism
- - Stator and rotor geometry design
- - Satisfying the requirements of force and momentum
- - Calculation of heat fluxes in the engine
- - Efficiency map calculation
- - Geometry optimization
- Constructio
- - Shaft design
- - Housing construction
- - Bearing selection
- - Selection of sensors and other parts
- SimScale
- Motor-CAD
- SOLIDWORKS
- MATLAB
- Turning
- Lamination
- Grinding
- Welding
- Soldering
- Drilling
- All other work in the team garage
- Review of technical documentation of parts forwarded for manufacturing
- Advising members of other sub-teams so that parts are constructed in accordance with the capabilities of production technologies
- Finding machining companies and arranging the manufacturing
- Construction of various devices required for quality team performance (battery trolley, chassis torsional stiffness test device, etc.)
- Improving team's production technologies
- Manufactured parts assembly
- Vehicle assembly
- Technical documentation preparation for static events of FS competitions
- AutoCAD
- SOLIDWORKS
- MS Excel
The main field of work of the Marketing subteam is to attract sponsors for the team by presenting the project and its results to different sponsors. The subteam’s tasks also include promoting the team and managing its presence in social media as well as organizing meetings with potential partners and the media. Finally, the Marketing subteam is responsible for organizing the unveiling of our new cars when each project is finished.
- Communication skills
- The art of negotiation
- Creativity
- Organization skills
- Presentation
- Communication with sponsors
- Meetings with sponsors and team presentation
- Social networking
- Compiling texts of press releases
- Organization of meetings with sponsors and media
- Request for bids for the procurement of equipment and materials
- Presentations and booths
- MS Word
- MS Excel
- MS PowerPoint
- WordPress
- Electronics
- Electrical engineering
- Programming
- Innovation and creativity
- Organization
- Development of the battery pack concept
- Selection of fuses, relays and protective electronics within the battery pack
- Battery pack manufacturing
- Development of heat exchangers for electric motor drive
- Selection and integration of sensors of various sizes
- Design of embedded computer systems
- PCB design
- Installation of electronic circuits
- Wiring
- Testing of electronic circuits
- Embedded computer system programming
- Altium Designer
- MATLAB
- SOLIDWORKS
- Autodesk Inventor
- MS Excel
- STM32CubeIDE
- Arduino IDE
The Suspension and Steering subteam designs suspension concepts in CAD software and validates them. After concept evaluation and selection, topology optimization is used to trim the mass while maintaining high stiffness. Suspension kinematics and steering assembly are iterated and adapted to the driver to ensure ergonomic fit.
- Designing
- Technical documentation
- Finite Element Analysis
- Topology
- Determination of kinematics in Lotus suspension analyser
- Design of wheel assembly CAD
- Topology optimization of positions in Abaqus
- Design and calculation of wheel actuation circuit
- Dimensioning of forks and suspension brackets
- Manufacturing of steering rack and steering column
- Assistance in manufacturing and assembling suspension positions
- Adjusting the suspension and steering after fitment
- SOLIDWORKS
- Abaqus
- MSC Adams
The main purpose of the Vehicle Dynamics subteam is to improve the performance of the vehicle. The measurements made by various sensors during the testing are supplemented by simulations of validated vehicle models. Vehicle simulation models allow the rapid testing of different parameter combinations that strongly influence vehicle behavior and performance. The forces acting on the suspension and the chassis during driving are determined. Close cooperation with many subteams is crucial for achieving the desired performance values.
- Understanding Vehicle Dynamics
- Load analysis
- Teory of Mechanisms
- Vibrations
- Understanding Tire Model
- Race car drivetrain layout
- Understanding Vehicle Kinematics
- Understanding suspension and steering systems
- Vehicle performance analysis
- Development of vehicle dynamics control
- Algorithms
- Testing data processing
- Vehicle dynamics simulations
- Tire Modeling
- Vehicle layout and drivetrain concepting
- Modeling vehicle subsystems for simulation
- Vehicle validation and correlation
- MATLAB & Simulink
- AVL VSM
- MSC Adams Car
- Lotus Suspension Analysis
- MS Excel