Engineering a Race Car: Aerodynamics and Materials Science

~60 min · 15 stations

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Conductor

The Conductor

All aboard for the fast lane of engineering. We are analyzing how air and carbon fiber collide to create speed — keep your eyes on the track.

What you will learn

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FOUNDATION

Establishes the core vocabulary and essential context you need before going further.

• Identify primary forces acting upon moving vehicles

Station 01: The Physics of Speed▶

• Categorize materials used in modern racing chassis

Station 02: Material Science Basics▶

• Explain how air flows over curved surfaces

Station 03: Fluid Dynamics Overview▶

CORE CONCEPTS

Unpacks the ideas and principles that the subject is built on.

• Apply Bernoulli principles to wing design

Station 04: Downforce Mastery▶

• Analyze composite material layering techniques

Station 05: Carbon Fiber Construction▶

• Optimize body shapes for minimal resistance

Station 06: Drag Reduction Tactics▶

• Evaluate torsion stiffness in racing frames

Station 07: Chassis Rigidity Science▶

MECHANICS

Examines how things actually work — the processes, rules, and systems in action.

• Design linkage systems for optimal tire grip

Station 08: Suspension Geometry▶

• Manage heat cycles in racing tires

Station 09: Tire Thermal Dynamics▶

• Calculate cooling needs for carbon rotors

Station 10: Brake System Engineering▶

APPLICATION

Puts knowledge to use through real-world scenarios and practical problems.

• Interpret data from aerodynamic testing

Station 11: Wind Tunnel Testing▶

• Correlate sensor data with car setup

Station 12: Telemetry Analysis▶

• Balance center of gravity for handling

Station 13: Weight Distribution▶

SYNTHESIS

Connects everything together and explores broader implications and open questions.

• Synthesize aerodynamics with chassis setup

Station 14: Integrated Vehicle Design▶

• Predict impacts of new material tech

Station 15: Future Racing Trends▶

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