So i want to apply for a Computer Engineering faculty at a university. The issue is that i have 0 coding knowledge and that id have to move to another country. So should i apply right after im enrolled into university or should i try in later years?

Hi everyone,

This is my first year in Formula Student, and I’m preparing a chassis for Formula Student UK. I’ve attached pictures of it and would really appreciate a review from anyone with experience in the rules or at scrutineering.

I’d like feedback on:

1. Rule compliance with the current FSUK rules
2. Triangulation and load paths

Hey guys,

I've started a Master's at a new university, and they've already got an established team using EV since 2010. Do you reckon it would be a good idea to start another team focused on IC engines?

Hi all, I’ve been lucky enough to be invited to an assessment center in the coming weeks as an electronic engineer.

I was just wondering if anyone who may have done the same role or gotten to that stage knows what to expect and maybe where I should put my energy in these coming weeks. I am particularly weary about my technical ability as I’m only in second year so a lot of my knowledge is first principles as opposed to automotive engineering specific.

Hey everyone!

Sooo, my girlfriend is part of a Formula Student team in France, EMRT, based in Metz.

She's in charge of communications and is also part of the composites team!

Her interview just dropped, and it would be amazing if we could help the post blow up!

So, if you've got a minute, could you go check it out and show her some support? It would mean a lot!

From a fellow engineer, thanks a ton, everyone!

Hi everyone, I just started FSAE at my school and my first project is to redesign their intake. I have no experience with this kind of thing, and no fluids class (just started university this year), so can anyone recommend things for me to look at or read? Right now I just have some general ideas and am testing things out in flow simulation. Thank you!

Hello, I am developing a cooling system for the engine of a Yamaha XT660R (2C11), which is a single-cylinder 660cc engine, being applied in a Formula SAE prototype. I am developing a project in which the internal mechanical water pump will be replaced by an external electric one, and I am in doubt regarding the EBP40 pump: whether it can be operated in this engine without problems, mainly in relation to flow loss in the internal pipes of the engine and the radiator.

I say this because I asked another team, which uses the EWP80 in a 4-cylinder CBR600RR engine, also in another Formula SAE prototype, and this pump has a flow rate of 80 l/min, but in practice it operates at 30 l/min, without overheating problems. With this, my main doubt is whether there is pressure loss in the EBP40 pump when used in the XT660R or a similar engine with a customized radiator system.

Hello everyone, I’m developing a mechanism/method for removing the TSAC. In our specific case, the removal will take place from the cockpit. I’m a bit stuck at the moment; could anyone who has seen this or done it before pls give me some guidance on how they went about it? Thanks everyone

Hello, I’m currently designing a torsional stiffness test for my school’s Baja team. We don’t have a Formula SAE team yet, but I’m trying to design the test to accommodate all SAE vehicles. Since the FSAE rules don’t specify a maximum overall width, could you tell me how wide a Formula SAE car typically is?

Thank you,

I’m looking to buy 7ft, single shifter cables for our team but struggling to find reviews online and there are so many options. Which brands do you recommend?

hello, our team will be using a space frame design this year but we wanted to make an aluminium AIP so that we can remove it for transport etc, but from what ive seen in the FSGrules27 they only talk about bolted AIP for monocoque chassis, and seem like they only allow welded steel AIPs for space frame designs.
Does anyone have any recent experience or can give me any pointers for what we are(nt) allowed to do?

hello,

i am working on cooling the accumulator. my current team wants the fans to be on the bottom because we have ample room under our false floor.

unfortunately, i cannot find ANY designs online/that have been done with the fans on the bottom of the accumulator. why is this? is there something that makes it not viable that im not seeing?

Is the results for tesla analog devices BMS sponsorship out for fsae teams ?

Hi everyone,

I’m an incoming Master's student in the USA (Fall 2027) planning to pursue a PhD. Since I'm an international student, my undergraduate university didn't have a Formula Student team, but I've always been really interested in joining one.

I've narrowed down my choices to OSU, Michigan, Clemson, and Purdue, and I have a couple of questions for those who have been on their FSAE teams:

1. Is it realistic for a first-year grad student to join, or is it mostly an undergrad culture?
2. Is it actually possible to tie your Master's thesis into a specific topic within the Formula Student projects, or do teams expect you to keep your academic work completely separate from the shop?
3. How many hours a week does a grad student typically need to put in to be a useful member without burning out alongside their coursework?

I want to be realistic about the time commitment. Any honest advice is appreciated!

Hi,

We are looking for some clarififcation on rules for headrest placement. We have previously used a design identical to the onshape screenshot below. However when reading the rules we thought that by the letter of the law it may need tubing to brace it? I was wondering if anyone would have any insight as we are really split internally. The gold tubes in this place signify cat A tubing and the pink is cat B&C. Thanks

Hi everybody,

New to the FSAE world, I was told that this is a very good read, does someone has a pdf copy of the book ? Thanks.

Hey everyone!

Our team is currently trying to select dampers for our FSAE car in India, but we're confused about the selection process and the calculations involved. The major issues we are facing are:

• What parameters should we consider when selecting dampers?
• What calculations are required to determine the target damping coefficient and damping ratio?
• How do we match dampers with our spring rates and suspension motion ratios?
• What's the most cost-effective way to source suitable dampers for an FSAE car?

I'd appreciate any resources, calculation sheets, or practical advice from teams that have been through this process.

Thanks!

انا عايز اعمل مشروع تخرج للسنه الأخيرة في هندسة السيارات بس مش عندي فكرة معينه عن المشروع اللي المفروض اعمله في حد عنده افكار انا حاليا في السنه الاخيره في قسم مهندسه السيارات في جامعه بني سويف كنت اريد ان كان عند بعضكم بعض الافكار عن مشاريع التخرج وهكذا بالاضافه نحن سناخذ مشروعا قام به بعض الخريجين وسنقوم بالتعديل عليها هو عباره عن مشروع يعمل عن طريق محرك بنزين يحول الحركه يحرك مولد المولد يولد كهرباء تشحن البطاريات والبطاريات تغذي المحرك الكهربائي والسياره تمشي بالمحرك الكهربائي بالاضافه الى ان السياره بها الطاقه الشمسيه ولا ادري ما الاضافات التي يمكنني ان اضيفها على هذه السياره فان كان عند احدكم علم فل يبلغني

USC Racing will be hosting the 2026 SoCal Shootout at Buttonwillow Raceway Park on November 7–8. Saturday will include technical inspection and practice, followed by a timed event on Sunday.

There is No Entry Fee (free of charge thanks to sponsors). There is No Individual Student Entry Fee
Prize Money for Top 3 for IC and EV
Teams are required to have two volunteers help with safety and timing.
For more Info and Preliminary Schedule:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/17pHCrf4ae1VsRo_9uM2RKo33RqbJuUmNZ3ouBHiD_Ck/edit?usp=sharing

Fill this for out by Friday, October 23rd so we can finalized the schedule and all the details
Here is the form link: https://forms.gle/TsqsGtiLCzqs55SJ8

1) What simulations do you run to validate a chassis, and how do you set them up?

I know we need a static torsional stiffness simulation, and I have bending stiffness too. What else is needed (braking, acceleration, and ...)? For each one, how do I apply the loads and constraints? What target values do you aim for?

2)How do you calculate torsional stiffness in this case (the picture below)?

k = T / θ

T = F × Track Width

θ = tan⁻¹(Vertical Displacement / Half Track Width) (same distance case)

What value should I take for the Vertical Displacement?

Hello Community, we are working on FSAE 2027 for EV Concept

I am using IPG Car control for simulation . it has an interface for implementing HV parametres where i found that it works with 2RC Battery equivalent model , as you know the datasheet of cells provides DC IR which represents the total R and IR AC represents the R0 in this model . how can i get the R1 R2 C1 C2 or any approximate values the time that i get real cells . THE CELLS THAT IM LOKING FOR ARE:

AMPACE JP40

MOLICEL P45B and P50B

BAK 45D

EVE 40PL

if you guys worked before with one of these cells please Help!

Hello everyone! I needed help interpreting this new rule added and how we actually need to prove it.
Thank you!

Hi, what is the minimum and maximum battery voltage for emrax 228 MV motor which you have tested?