Automotive aerodynamics is the study of the aerodynamics of road vehicles. Its main goals are reducing drag and wind noise, minimizing noise emission, and preventing undesired lift forces and other causes of aerodynamic instability at high speeds. Air is also considered a fluid in this case. For some classes of racing vehicles, it may also be important to produce downforce to improve traction. In this challenge, you will not only learn about how build and design a race car but will also realize how the design the surface of a car can help minimize drag and improve its motion through the air for better performance.
I decided to 3d print my wheels to maximize my space, these were my test prints of the wheels.
Worked but a lot of friction
1.497s
1.496s
1.486s
1.556s
Average time 1.508s
Best Speed 60.42mph
Through talking with my teammates I decided to widen my wheel base to increase stability of my car and minimize friction.
Times
1.404s
1.198s
1.291s
1.187s
Average time 1.27s
Overall inprovement 18.11%
Best speed 71.132mph