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Showing 1 to 13 of 13 for “"race cars"”.
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Reduction of Helmet Buffeting in Open Cockpit, Single Seat Race Cars
… approaching 240 mph, drivers of open cockpit race cars frequently experience large aerodynamic forces which act on the helmet. These forces, specifically the aerodynamic buffeting of the helmet, reach levels which are very fatiguing and distracting to the driver, and are therefore …
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Generation of MATLAB software tool for teaching STEM concepts using Greenpower Formula 24 race cars
Greenpower Formula 24 races are a prime opportunity for STEM educators to engage young students in STEM activities and increase their interest and content knowledge in the STEM fields. MATLAB AppDesigner is utilized to construct a graphical user interface (GUI) for the purpose of simulating the …
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CFD study of section characteristics of Formula Mazda race car wings
… performed on the aerodynamic characteristics of race cars competing in the major racing series through out the world. Because of the competitive nature of motorsports, this research is usually not published until after it is obsolete. The teams operating at the minor league levels of the sport do …
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Assessing the Risks Posed by Metal Contamination to Environmental and Human Health in Millstream Creek, Canada
Potential metal contamination originating from race cars at an abandoned raceway in the region of Millstream-Langford on Vancouver Island is hypothesized to pose a risk to environmental and human health. This thesis uses Millstream Creek in the City of Langford as the study region for assessing …
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Development and application of an integrated aerodynamic and thermodynamic testing system for cars
… and used to improve the aerodynamics of four race cars. Furthermore, a thermodynamic test consisting of temperature measurements, and a flow visualization study using tufts were conducted. The aerodynamic study showed that a set of aerodynamic devices can significantly alter the drag force and …
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2007 Formula SAE pedal box
… design and manufacture small formula style race cars to compete on design, cost, marketing, and performance. The pedal box is an integral part of the vehicle as the driver directly interacts with it making ergonomic considerations integral to the success of the design. The 2007 pedal box …
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Coaching tools for high-performance driving
… tools to present and analyze data collected from race cars for the purpose of driver coaching. The tools developed are designed to quickly bring pertinent information to the surface and to further analyze the data for information that is not readily apparent. The working environment for the …
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Computational Fluid Dynamics Analysis of Inverted, Multi-Element Airfoils in Ground Effect
<p>Formula SAE cars are formula-styled race cars designed to race on an autocross circuit. The autocross circuit is mostly comprised of turning sections as well as a limited amount of straight sections for passing other cars. Highly competitive cars in the competition implement aerodynamic devices …
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Development of a Finite Element Model for Predicting the Impact Energy Absorbing Performance of a Composite Structure
… must be kept to a minimum. Formula SAE (FSAE) race cars are designed and built by college students, roughly following the model of a scaled down Formula One car. Strict regulations are placed on specific components of the car in the interest of equalizing competition and ensuring the safety of …
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Aerodynamics and multi-fidelity surrogate modelling of an inverted wing with vortex generators in ground effect
… application of this study is a front wing of race cars. This study comprises three main elements: 1) experimental study, 2) computational study and 3) multi-fidelity surrogate modelling. <br/><br/>An experimental testing is performed in a wind tunnel equipped with a moving belt rig, studying …
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Going and going : a contemporary search for meaning
… This work explains how driving real or virtual race cars transport drivers to inner locations where they spend quality time with themselves. I argue that these mediums perform as vehicles of self-exploration and self-reflection that bring about self-knowledge. Consequently, racing's …
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The aerodynamic interaction of a rotating wheel and a downforce producing wing in ground effect
… performance and safety of current open wheeler race cars depend heavily on the effectiveness of the aerodynamic package. The front wing and front wheels make a significant contribution and therefore must be well understood. Previous investigations have focused on the aerodynamic characteristics …
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Multi-axial fracture behaviour of notched carbon-fibre/epoxy laminates
… in various engineering applications, such as in race cars and aircrafts, because they are light, stiff and strong. They commonly contain stress raisers in the form of holes and notches (for mechanical joining methods, routing of pipes and cables etc.) and are also often subjected to complex …