UoP5e Progress
Drivetrain
To aid overall powertrain efficiency and weight (by allowing downsizing
of the motor), a bespoke 2-stage transmission will be manufactured by
the team. This poses a new challenge, as it is the first time in teams’
history to design such a part. Gears have been designed with the aid of
KissSoft leading software, while some unconventional approaches have
been implemented to significantly lower the weight. The integration
philosophy continues here as well, with motor and transmission
mounts as well as mounts for auxiliary parts integrated in the
transmission casing. The casing itself is designed as 3 parts for ease of
manufacturing and efficient use of materials.
Suspension
Benchmarking of UoP4e suspension system has been done. A special
rig to measure suspension deflection and compliances under load has
been manufactured, to allow the team to fine-tune suspension
components’ design. Moreover, numerous simulations are being done
in order to finalize the suspension geometry until design freeze. At the
same time, certain subsystems are being totally redesigned, with
surprises coming soon!
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