Depending upon (Judges) spare time available we may even have some debate over some of the content just to demonstrate that there is rarely a single correct answer to the design challenges generated by FS: rather you need to determine the best compromise solution that suits you.įS is an educational engineering challenge that is popular because the engineering product to be designed, built, tested and evaluated against other universities from around the world. It happens to be a race car.īut don’t think of this as a traditional motorsports event because it isn’t. We’ll try and present them in chronological order where possible to match your own project progression. The aim of these articles is to run through the basic things you need to be aware of before embarking upon any plan, design or construction. It is also of value to the other FS Static Event disciplines of Cost and Business Presentation. Equally they make good reading for University Faculty Advisors and Heads of Departments too.
Whilst this series of articles is aimed squarely at those students about to enter the exciting world of FS for the first time it is possible that some established “old hands” will find a hidden gem or two as well.
Neill Anderson in his hillclimb car and, inset, in person.Īdvice for the FS Design Event (target audience new teams, Class 1 and 2)
