In this book, the reader learns the essential differences to the passenger car through the analysis divided according to assemblies. This gives him the tools to apply the detailed knowledge acquired to the design and development of competition vehicles. The course for a successful car is set in the concept phase. For this reason, it is given a lot of space and associated design-related areas such as the choice of materials, lightweight construction, design principles, reliability, etc. are discussed. When considering the vehicle as a whole, however, safety systems (rollover device, crash elements, restraining ropes), the cockpit (driver position, seat with restraint system, steering wheel, gearshift, pedal system), the frame or monocoque, the outer skin and aerodynamic devices (ventilation, aerodynamic drag, downforce) must not be omitted. The detailed, in-depth presentation makes the work just as suitable for the interested motorsport enthusiast as it is for the engineer witha practical interest in questions relating to the complete vehicle. The formula material is prepared in such a way that the book can also be used as a reference work.
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Inhoudsopgave
Introduction.- Vehicle concept and design.- Safety.- Cockpit.- Aerodynamics.- Frame.- Bodywork.- Comparison series-racing.- Glossary.
Over de auteur
Michael Trzesniowski has many years of practical experience as a design engineer in the automotive sector. At the FH Joanneum in Graz he teaches the subjects vehicle dynamics, design theory and CAx at the course of studies vehicle technology – automotive engineering. He also manages the testing department of this course. He is the founder and supervisor of the Formula Student Racing Team at the FH Joanneum in Graz and is considered one of the fathers of the team’s success.
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