Event Guide - Students - SAE

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2012Event Guide

2012 Formula SAE Series 

Official Events 

Formula Hybrid 

organized by organized by Dartmouth College 

April 30th – May 3rd 

New Hampshire, United States 

Formula SaE micHigan 

organized by SAE International 

May 9th – 12th 

Michigan, United States 

Formula SaE lincoln 

organized by SAE International 

June 20th – 23th 

Nebraska, United States 

Formula SaE-auStralaSia 

organized by SAE Australia 

Australia 

www.saea.com.au/formula-sae-a 

Formula SaE – braSil 

organized by SAE Brasil 

Brasil 

www.saebrasil.org.br 

Formula SaE – italy 

organized by ATA 

Italy 

www.ata.it/formulaata/formulasaeit 

Formula StudEnt 

organized by IMeche in partnership with SAE 

United Kingdom 

www.formulastudent.com 

Formula StudEnt gErmany 

organized by VDI 

Germany 

www.formulastudent.de 

http://students.sae.org/competitions/formulaseries/

Formula SAE ® California 

2012 SAE President’s Message 

page 1

tablE oF contEntS: 

Concept of the 

Competition ..................... 2 

Schedule ......................... 4 

Awards ............................ 6 

Sponsors ......................... 7 

CA Teams listed 

by Country ....................... 8 

Team Information ........... 10 

Key Players .................... 40 

page 2 

Concept of the Competition 

The Formula SAE ® Series competitions challenge teams of university undergraduate 

and graduate students to conceive, design, fabricate and compete with small, formula 

style, autocross cars. To give teams the maximum design flexibility and the freedom to 

express their creativity and imaginations there are very few restrictions on the overall 

vehicle design. Teams typically spend eight to twelve months designing, building, 

testing and preparing their vehicles before a competition. The competitions themselves 

give teams the chance to demonstrate and prove both their creation and their 

engineering skills in comparison to teams from other universities around the world. Registered 

for this event are 80 teams from colleges and universities. The end result is a great experience 

for young engineers in a meaningful engineering project as well as the opportunity of working in 

a dedicated team effort. 

For the purpose of this competition, the students are to assume that a manufacturing firm has 

engaged them to produce a prototype car for evaluation as a production item. The intended 

sales market is the nonprofessional weekend autocross racer. Therefore, the car must have very 

high performance in terms of its acceleration, braking, and handling qualities. The car must be 

low in cost, easy to maintain, and reliable. In addition, the car’s marketability is enhanced by 

other factors such as aesthetics, comfort and use of common parts. The manufacturing firm is 

planning to produce four (4) cars per day for a limited production run and the prototype vehicle 

should actually cost below $25,000. The challenge to the design team is to design and fabricate 

a prototype car that best meets these goals and intents. Each design will be compared and 

judged with other competing designs to determine the best overall car. 

Over the course of three days, the cars are judged in a series of static and dynamic events 

including: technical inspection, cost, presentation, and engineering design, solo performance 

trials, and high performance track endurance. These events are scored to determine how well 

the car performs. In each event, the manufacturing firm has specified minimum acceptable 

performance levels that are reflected in the scoring equations.

Static EvEntS 

design report: The students explain their constructive solutions to a jury of experts from 

the automotive and motorsport industries in report and discussion. The concept of the 

design event is to evaluate the engineering effort that went into the design of the car and 

how the engineering meets the intent of the market. The car that illustrates the best use of 

engineering to meet the design goals and the best understanding of the design by the team 

members will win the design event. 

cost report: The students are to assume that a serial production of 1000 cars a year will 

follow the prototype. The cost calculation is discussed with a jury based on a report. The 

objective of the event is for the participants to learn and understand the manufacturing 

techniques and processes of some of the components that they have chosen to purchase 

rather than fabricate themselves. 

presentation: The objective is to evaluate the team’s ability to develop and deliver a 

comprehensive business case that will convince the executives of a fake manufacturing 

firm that the team’s design best meets the demands of the amateur weekend autocross 

racing market and that it can be profitably manufactured and marketed. 

dynamic EvEntS 

acceleration: The race cars are evaluated on their accelerating abilities from a standing 

start over a distance of 75 meters. 

autocross: The objective is to evaluate the car’s maneuverability and handling qualities 

on a tight course without the hindrance of competing cars. The course will combine the 

performance features of acceleration, braking and cornering into one event. The results of 

the Autocross scores determine the starting order for endurance. 

Skidpad: The objective is to measure the car’s cornering ability on a flat surface while 

making a constant-radius turn. The course will be a pair of concentric circles in shape of 

the number 8; the cars demonstrate how good lateral forces can be absorbed (up to 1.4g). 

Endurance: Over a distance of 22 kilometers the cars have to prove their durability under 

long-term conditions. Acceleration, speed, handling, dynamics, fuel economy, reliability – 

the cars have to prove it all. 

tHE Following pointS arE poSSiblE: 

Static Events 75 Presentation 

(Thursday) 150 Design 

100 Cost Analysis 

dynamic Events 75 Acceleration 

(Friday & Saturday) 50 Skid-Pad 

150 Autocross 

100 Fuel Economy 

300 Endurance 

total pointS 1000 

page 3

page 4 

2012 Formula SAE ® California 

Schedule of Events 

(Subject to change) 

wEdnESday, JunE 20 ...................................................................................location 

5:30 p.m. ......................Welcome Ceremony Sponsored by Honda R&D Americas ..................Main Tent 

6:30 p.m. ......................Captain and Advisors Meeting ..........................................................Main Tent 

7:30 p.m. ......................Official Closing of the Site 

8:00 p.m. ......................EVERYONE MUST BE OFF SITE 

tHurSday, JunE 21 (all timES prEcEdEd by “~” arE approximatE) ......................location 

7:30 a.m. .......................Judges Meetings for Design ........................................................Danley Bldg. 

8:00 a.m. .......................Drivers Meeting - Brake and Practice - MANDATORY ........................Main Tent 

8:00 a.m. .......................Judges Meetings for Cost ................................................................ Cost Tent 

8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. ....Design Judging – 1st Round Open ...............................................Danley Bldg. 

8:30 a.m. .......................Judges Meeting for Presentation .............................. Arnold Elementary School 

8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. ....Cost Event Open .............................................................................Main Tent 

9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. ....Presentation Event Open ......................................... Arnold Elementary School 

Noon -1:00 p.m. ............Lunch Break 

2:00 p.m. ......................Dynamic Event Courses Open for Driver Walks 

5:30 p.m. ......................Drivers Meeting - All Dynamic Events – MANDATORY ........................Main Tent 

5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. ....Design Judges Meeting - Judges only ..........................................Danley Bldg. 


8:00 p.m. ......................EVERYONE MUST BE OFF-SITE 

9:00 p.m. ......................Design Finalists announced online (www.sae.org and www.fsae.com) 

Friday, JunE 22 (all timES prEcEdEd by “~” arE approximatE) ............................location 

7:30 a.m. .......................Course Crew Briefing - Acceleration and Skid Pad ...................... Event Courses 

8:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. ..Skid Pad Event and Acceleration Events Open .......................................... Track 

8:00 am – 4:00 p.m. ......Design Feedback for Non-finalists ................................................Danley Bldg. 

11:45 – 12:45 p.m. .......Lunch Break ....................................................................................Main Tent 

1:00 p.m. ......................Course Crew Briefing – Autocross .......................................................... Track 

1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. ...Autocross Event Open ............................................................................ Track 

5:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. ...Design Finals ..............................................................................Danley Bldg. 


9:00 p.m. ......................EVERYONE MUST BE OFF-SITE

Saturday, JunE 23 

(all timES prEcEdEd by “~” arE approximatE) .....................................location 

7:30 a.m. .......................Endurance Course Crew Briefing ......................................Track 

8:30 a.m. .......................Top 3 Teams Design Finalists Announced 

8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. ....Endurance/Fuel Economy Event Open ...............................Track 

9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. ....Design Feedback for Finalists not Top 3, 

by appointment ..................................................... Danley Bldg. 

Noon - 1:00 pm .............Lunch Break ............................................................. Main Tent 

4:00 pm ........................Design Review of Top 3 Teams .................................. Main Tent 

5:30 pm ........................Presentation Highlights ............................................. Main Tent 

6:30 pm ........................Awards Ceremony .................................................... Main Tent 

7:30 pm ........................Official Closing of the Site 

8:00 pm ........................EVERYONE MUST BE OFF-SITE 

All Teams and Transporters Must Exit 

Sunday, JunE 24 

9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Site Open ONLY for Pick-Up of Transporters 

notES 

1) Drivers Meeting – There will be only one drivers meeting covering all dynamic events at 5:30 pm Thursday. There will 

be a brief drivers meeting for Brake and Practice at 8:00 am Thursday. Drivers are required to attend drivers meetings. 

Failure to attend drivers meetings may result in the revocation of your driving privileges. 

2) Event Closing Time - Acceleration, Skid Pad and Autocross close exactly at the scheduled time. Your car must have 

crossed the starting line before the event closing time in order to be allowed to complete that run. 

3) Course Walks – Autocross and Endurance will be available to walk starting Thursday @ 2 p.m. and will be accessible 

up to the start of the event. Drivers are required to walk the course for each event in which they will be behind the wheel. 

Course walks will not be scheduled for individual events. 

4) Removing Vehicles – Vehicles may be taken off site at the individual team’s discretion provided Part 1 of the Inspection 

Sticker has been removed by Tech Chief. 

5) EMS will provide any/all medical attention. 

6) All teams not shipping cars must remove their vehicles, etc. from the site no later than 2:00 p.m. Sunday, June 24, 

2012. 

7) Teams shipping cars must have them picked up and removed from the site by 10:00 a.m. Monday, June 25, 2012. 

8) Announcements can be heard via FM radio (Frequencies will be posted in the Reg. /Info. Tent). 

Support SErvicES 

4 Food vendors – See map for 

location 

• All days – 8:00 am – 5:00 pm* 

4 ambulance on site: 

• Wed. – Sat.7 a.m. - 8 p.m. 

4 lincoln Electric welding Services 

• Wed. – 1:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. 

• Th. – Fri. – 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. 

• Sat. – 9:00 a.m. - Noon 

4 Hoosier 

• Wed. – 1:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. 

• Th. – Fri. – 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. 

• Sat. – 9:00 a.m. - Noon 

* As business dictates. May close earlier if 

deemed appropriate. 

daily opErationS: 

4 lincoln airpark Site open: 

• Wed., 9:00 a.m. – 7:30- p.m. 

• Th. – Sat., 7:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. 

4 Student registration (tent): 

• Wed., 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. 

• Th. & Fri., 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. 

• Sat., All students will be registered 

as spectators 

4 volunteer registration 

& info (tent): 

• Wed., 10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. 

• Th. – Sat., 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. 

4 tech inspection (danley bldg.): 

• Wed., 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. 

(no new cars after 6:00 p.m.) 

• Th., 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. 

• Fri., 8:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. 

(after 2pm by appointment only) 

4 Scales (danley bldg.): 

• Wed., 3 p.m. - 7 p.m. 

• Th., 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. 

4 tilt/noise/brake: 

• Th., 8:30 a.m. – 5.00 p.m. 

• Fri., 8:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. 

(after 2pm by appointment only) 

4 Fuel Station: 

• Th. – Fri., 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. 

• Sat., 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. 

4 practice area: 

• Th., 10:00 am – 5:00 pm 

• Fri., 8:00 am – 5:00 pm 

• Sat., 8:30 am – 3:00 pm 

NOTE: Cars must complete all 3 parts of tech by 

5:00 p.m. Friday to qualify for Endurance. 

30 minutes’ notice is required for all appointments, 

which can be booked through the announcer in 

Main Tent. 

page 5

2012 Formula SAE ® 

Competition Awards 

OVERALL 

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Top 3 team scores in Cost – Trophies 

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Top 3 team scores in Presentation – 

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SaE accElEration award 

Top 3 team scores in Acceleration - 

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2012 Formula SAE ® Lincoln Registered 

Teams 

braZil 

085 Centro Universitario Da FEI 

011 Universidade Estadual de Campinas 

canada 

007 University of Alberta 

016 University of Calgary 

032 University of British Columbia 

068 University of Manitoba 

074 Queen’s University - Ontario Canada 

067 McGill University 

018 Universite Du Quebec-Chicoutimi 

027 University of Saskatchewan 

india 

050 Vel Tech University 

Japan 

052 Honda Technical College Kansai 

059 Tokyo Denki University 

mExico 

062 Escuela Sup De Ing Automotriz Tlalnepa 

066 Instituto Politecnico Nacional 

042 Instituto Tecnologico de Chihuahua 

065 IPN - ESIME UP Ticoman 

051 Universidad Nacion Autonoma De Mex 

puErto rico 

044 Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico 

unitEd StatES 

alabama 

078 Auburn University 

arizona 

049 Arizona State University - Tempe 

063 University of Arizona 

california 

061 California Polytechnic State University- 

SLO 

048 California State Poly University - Pomona 

045 California State University - Fullerton 

038 California State University - Long Beach 

057 California State University - Northridge 

041 California State University - Sacramento 

046 San Diego State University 

010 San Jose State University 

022 University of California - Berkeley 

070 University of California-Merced 

033 University of Southern California 

colorado 

012 Colorado State University 

connecticut 

053 University of Connecticut 

delaware 

056 University of Delaware 

Florida 

060 Florida Institute of Technology 

084 University of South Florida 

georgia 

083 Georgia Southern University 

illinois 

072 Northern Illinois University 

030 Southern Illinois University - Edwardsville 

055 University of Illinois - Chicago 

006 University of Illinois - Urbana Champaign 

indiana 

076 Purdue University - W Lafayette 

iowa 

023 Iowa State University 

kansas 

020 Pittsburg State University 

069 University of Kansas - Lawrence 

047 Wichita State University 

maryland 

004 University of Maryland - College Park 

massachusetts 

064 University of Massachusetts – Dartmouth 

michigan 

079 Michigan State University 

080 Oakland University 

040 Saginaw Valley State University 

073 University of Michigan - Dearborn 

024 Wayne State University 

077 Western Michigan University 

minnesota 

039 Minnesota State University - Mankato 

019 University of Minnesota-Duluth 

missouri 

071 Missouri University of Science and 

Technology 

031 Saint Louis University 

081 University of Missouri 

montana 

029 Montana State University – Bozeman 

nebraska 

017 University of Nebraska - Lincoln 

new Jersey 

058 Stevens Institute of Technology 

new mexico 

037 University of New Mexico 

new york 

082 Rochester Institute of Technology 

north dakota 

026 University of North Dakota 

oklahoma 

002 University of Oklahoma 

oregon 

043 Oregon Institute of Technology 

014 Portland State University 

pennsylvania 

015 Drexel University 

South dakota 

075 South Dakota School of Mines & 

Technology 

054 South Dakota State University 

texas 

025 Texas A & M University - College Station 

028 University of Texas - Arlington 

008 University of Texas - Austin 

013 University of Texas - San Antonio 

utah 

036 University of Utah 

washington 

021 University of Washington 

wisconsin 

003 University of Wisconsin - Madison 

034 University of Wisconsin – Platteville

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univ of oklahoma 

The Sooner Racing Team’s 2012 entry, affectionately known as Emily, employs 

an Aprilia 5.5 RXV engine and is the expansion of an innovative design concept 

focused around effective tire management. For the endurance event, real-time 

control of servo-actuated aerodynamic elements manages tire normal load. 

The team focused on mass properties, reliability, and ease of service during the 

design of the 2012 car. Critical vehicle performance parameters are selected 

using an analytical, simulation-based approach with emphasis placed on physical 

validation. 

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Sooner racing uw Formula SaE 

brakE : Outboard disc brakes, Dual piston calipers 

bScd : 80mm / 55mm / 2 cylinders / 553cc 

cooling : Dual parallel radiators 

drivE : Chain 

ElEctronicS : PE3 ECU, National Instruments sbRIO 

Embedded Control and Acquisition 

EnginE : Aprilia RXV5.5 

Fr/rr track : 45.5 / 45.5 (in) 

FramE : 4130 steel tubular space frame 

FuEl SyStEm : Sequential fuel injection 

FuEl typE : 93 Octane 

matErial : 

mpd : 10000 

mpt : 8000 

olwH : 112 / 54 / 48 (in) 

SuSpEnSion : SLA 

tirE : 18x6.0-10 LC0 

uniQuE : 

wEigHt : 490 lbs 

wHEElbaSE : 62.5 (in) 

univ of wisconsin - madison 

For 2012 the University of Wisconsin- Madison looks to improve on their 2011 

finish. Through the use of aerodynamics, a heavily modified 605cc forced induction 

single cylinder, and refined chassis kinematics the WR-212 is poised to be 

the most competitive car in Wisconsin Racing’s 22 year history. 

Wisconsin Racing would like to give special thanks to our sponsors: 

Diamond: The United Wisconsin Grain Producers 

Platinum: The Wisconsin Corn Promotion Board, Midwest Composite Technologies, 

Eric Gorr’s Forward Motion, Engineered Metal Products, Axon Systems, Craft 

Patterns, Black Stone Tek 

Gold: Baum Machine, QMI, Reuther, Mercury, Trim-Tex Drywall Products, Machining, 

Isthmus Engineering, Bosch, C-Ideas, Ricard 

As well as our Silver and Bronze sponsors listed at www.uwracing.com 

brakE : Wilwood Front Calipers, AP Racing Rear Calipers, 

Custom Rotors 

bScd : 100mm / 77mm / 1 / 605cc 

cooling : Parallel dual pass with right side fan 

drivE : 520 Chain, Drexler Differential 

ElEctronicS : Mototron ECU, AiM EVO3 DAQ, LED 

Steering Wheel Display 

EnginE : KTM 525-XC, Turbocharged, Single-Cylinder 

Fr/rr track : 47"/46" 

FramE : 4130 Chromoly Spaceframe 

FuEl SyStEm : Student-designed fuel injection 

FuEl typE : E85 

matErial : 

mpd : 8100 

mpt : 5000 

olwH : 110.3", 53", 45.5" 

SuSpEnSion : Double unequal length A-Arm, Push rod 

tirE : Hoosier 18x6-10 LC0 

uniQuE : Feed forward wastegate and feedback ignition 

traction control 

wEigHt : 506 lb 

wHEElbaSE : 60.5" 

United States 

United States 

page 10 Information published as supplied by teams on or before March 26, 2012

4univ of maryland - college park 

terps racing 

The University of Maryland’s 2012 entry into the Formula SAE Lincoln competition 

represents the result of a 1.5 year design cycle. For once, the chassis was designed 

in conjunction with the aerodynamics package resulting in a unique hybrid 

spaceframe/monocoque design. Furthermore, accommodations were made in 

the powertrain/driveline package to maximize diffuser width. The result is a car 

that redefines aerodynamic effectiveness and efficiency. 

And yes, it makes a lot of downforce. 

United States 

brakE : Wilwood GP320 (Front) / PS1 (Rear) 

bScd : Stock CRF450X 

cooling : C&R double pass, NACA duct 

drivE : Dual Chain w/Jackshaft 

ElEctronicS : PE ECU3 

EnginE : Honda CRF450X 

Fr/rr track : 45 in / 45 in 

FramE : Spaceframe (Front) / Moncooque (Rear) 

FuEl SyStEm : Electronic Fuel Injection 


matErial : Downforce 

mpd : 8400 

mpt : 7800 

olwH : 134" length, 54.5" width, 52" height 

SuSpEnSion : Unequal Length A-arms, Very Stiff 

tirE : Hoosier R25B 7.5"x18" - 10 

uniQuE : Narrow rear driveline/packaging, 18" high 

diffusers 


wHEElbaSE : 78 in 

Information published as supplied by teams on or before March 26, 2012 

7univ of alberta 

university of alberta Formula SaE 

The 2012 University of Alberta Formula SAE Team endeavored to design and 

build a prototype of an open-wheeled, F1 inspired race car geared towards the 

weekend autocross market. Following the motto “Anything is possible”, the team 

undertook the challenge of constructing a carbon monocoque chassis, the first in 

the team’s history. The 2012 entry is affectionately known as Candace. 

We would like to thank all of our sponsors and Faculty advisor for making another 

season of racing possible. For more details please see our website: http://www. 

ualbertafsae.com 

Canada 

brakE : Four floating rotors, Tilton 77series MC, 

Brembo & AP Caliper front/rear 

bScd : 98mm/63.4mm/1cylinder/478cc 

cooling : Dual 10"x6" aluminum radiators 

drivE : 420 Chain to Drexler Differential, 4340 driveshafts 

ElEctronicS : Link ECU w/ 25 channel onboard 

datalogging 

EnginE : 2006 Yamaha WR450 

Fr/rr track : 1168mm/46inches Front, 

1118mm/44inches Rear 

FramE : Carbon Fiber monocoque; 3K 2x2 twill w/ 

aluminum honeycomb 

FuEl SyStEm : Single Injector, In tank fuel pump & 

regulator, returnless 

FuEl typE : 100 octane 

matErial : 

mpd : 40 hp @ 8000 RPM 

mpt : 26 lb-ft @ 7000 RPM 

olwH : 2692 x 1371 x 1143 mm / 106 x 54 x 45 in 

SuSpEnSion : Dual unequal length A-arms, pullrod 

front, pushrod rear, U type ARBs 

tirE : Hoosier 6.0/18.0-10.0 LC0 

uniQuE : Lightweight 

wEigHt : 465lb with 150lb driver 

wHEElbaSE : 1524mm / 60 inches 

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univ of texas - austin 

longhorn racing 

For the 2012 season, Longhorn Racing is building on the success of previous 

years while moving in a direction that will keep its future vehicles at the forefront 

of FSAE performance. After a thorough look at the most important components 

affecting overall competition performance, we have decided to adopt a lightweight, 

single-cylinder engine as the new heart of our car. To retain a competitive 

power to weight ratio, forced induction is applied, and a robust support system is 

employed to ensure reliability. Also in place is a full aero package, an evolution of 

the 2010 aero kit, which was a substantial performance adder in both simulation 

and testing. The end result is an aggressive package capable propelling UT Austin 

to the podium. 

Longhorn Racing would like to thank its sponsors for their support: Cummins, 

Schlumberger, Cobb Tuning, 034 Motorsport, Honeywell, UT Co-op, Austin Bolt 

brakE : Vented 4 wheel disc 

bScd : 95/63.4/1/449 

cooling : Water cooled 

drivE : Chain drive 

ElEctronicS : zoom ECU 

EnginE : YFz 450 

Fr/rr track : 49/47 

FramE : Steel Spaceframe 

FuEl SyStEm : EFI 

FuEl typE : Gasoline 

matErial : 

mpd : 9400 

mpt : 7500 

olwH : 110/49/44 

SuSpEnSion : Unequal length double wishbone 

tirE : Hoosier 20.5x7.0-13 R25B 

uniQuE : Forced Induction, Aero package, In house ECU, 

Launch control 

wEigHt : 550 

wHEElbaSE : 63.5 

Jose State university 

10San 

Spartan racing 

The San Jose State University Spartan Racing Formula SAE Team presents SR-4, 

our 4th race vehicle, for the 2012 Formula SAE Lincoln competition. The primary 

goals of the 2012 team were to design and build a well tested, reliable, and easy 

to drive vehicle. Lightweight designs were utilized where possible, and simplicity 

and “raceability” were emphasized for ease of repair and replacement in a race 

environment. 

The chassis was designed using 4130 Chromoly steel tubing and carbon-fiber 

sandwich floor panels for increased stiffness. Pushrod actuated double-adjustable 

Kaz/Penske 7800 dampers were utilized for their low weight and adjustability. The 

Honda CBR600-F4i engine utilizes a modified 4-speed gearbox and studentdesigned 

dry-sump oil system. Power is fed to the rear wheels through a Honda 

clutch-type limited slip differential and Taylor Race half shafts and tripod joints. 

This year, the 2012 Spartan Racing Team looks to improve in all aspects of the 

competition and continue our strong run of finishing every event. We would also 

like to thank all of our sponsors and supporters who have continued to help us 

throughout the years. 

brakE : Tilton 77 Master Cylinders, Wilwood PS1 

Calipers, Cast-Iron Outboard Rotors 

bScd : 67mm/42.5mm/4/600cc 

cooling : Single sidepod mounted dual-pass radiator 

w/ electric water pump 

drivE : Chain Driven w/ Honda Differential 

ElEctronicS : Megasquirt 3, Modulo, Integra, Rynex 

EnginE : Honda CBR 600 F4i 

Fr/rr track : 1270mm/1220mm 

FramE : 4130 Chromoly Space Frame 

FuEl SyStEm : 45 psi, Vacuum referenced regulator 


matErial : 

mpd : 10,000 

mpt : 8,500 

olwH : 2540mm/1420mm/1150mm 

SuSpEnSion : Double unequal length control arms with 

pushrod actuated dampers 

tirE : Hoosier R25B, 18.0x6.0-10 

uniQuE : 

wEigHt : 575lbs 

wHEElbaSE : 1575mm 

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universidade Estadual de campinas 

FSaE-unicamp 

We’re a Brazilian team and this is our first competition outside Brazil! This model 

is F2011E, which is an evolution of our F2011 model that was runner-up in 

Formula SAE Brazil in November, 2011. 

The team was created in 2006, and F2011E is our 5th car! The team worked very 

hard for a long time to represent Brazil in a competition outside our country, so 

we’re very glad and honored to take part in Formula SAE Lincoln. 

Our Formula is quite light, considering that has a Yamaha R6 model 2010 engine 

and a tubular steel frame, and the weight of our model is 210kg! This is because 

we’ve focused our Project in light weight design. Also, the fuel of our engine is 

ethanol, which is a very important and well developed fuel in our country! 

We’d like to thank our 2012 sponsors: CBMM, SCHAEFFLER GROUP, MAHLE, 

CORTAG, SSAB, HBM, ETHOS, EATON, RICARDO, 3M, GIBA ESCAPAMENTOS, 

MSC SOFTWARE, SANTIAGO, CISER, RODAMIX, FLOW, ALPINO, PLOTTAR, MAG- 

NETI MARELLI and all UNICAMP staff involved in the Project. 

brakE: Wilwood caliper and custom stainless steel floating 

discs 

bScd: 600cc and 4 cylinders 

cooling: Water-Air 

drivE: Chain drive and Quaife ATB differential 

ElEtronicS: ECU, electronic shifter and digital dashboard 

EnginE: Yamaha YzF R6 2010 

Fr/rr track: 1200mm / 1180mm 

FramE: Tubular Frame – AISI 1020 

FuEl SyStEm: Megasquirt - ECU 

FuEl typE: E85 

matErial: AISI 1020 

mpd: 83HP – 12000rpm 

mpt: 65Nm – 7500rpm 

olwH: 2600mm x 1380mm x 1220mm 

SuSpEnSion: Independent, Custom double A-Arms, 

Ohlins shocks 

tirE: Hoosier 20,5x7,0x13 – R25B 

uniQuE: High Strength Steel Components 

wEigHt: 210kg 

wHEElbaSE: 1575mm 

State university 

12colorado 

ram racing 

The Ram Racing Team proudly presents the Colorado State University 2012 Formula 

SAE competition vehicle. This year’s vehicle is built upon a full space frame 

and utilizes a longitudinally mounted 2010 Kawasaki zX-6R engine and a shaftdriven 

limited slip differential. The suspension is composed of an unequal length 

double A-arm linking to custom CNC machined aluminum uprights, center-lock 

BBS wheels, four-wheel disk brakes and centrally located, pushrod activated fourway 

adjustable dampers. The suspension geometry and kinematics are designed 

around the Goodyear D2696 racing slick. 

The design goals for the 2012 team were to design and build a vehicle that 

utilizes a 4 cylinder, 600cc engine, and double unequal length suspension with a 

wet weight under 500 lbs with a full aerodynamics package. 

brakE : 4 Wheel Disk 

bScd : 67.0 × 42.5 mm (2.64 × 1.67 in) / 599 cc 

(36.6 cu in) 

cooling : Radiator and Oil Cooler 

drivE : Longitudinal 

ElEctronicS : Megasquirt Programmable 

EnginE : Kawasaki Ninja zX-6R 

Fr/rr track : (48in/46in) (1220/1170) 

FramE : 4130 Steel Tube Frame 

FuEl SyStEm : Electronically controlled Fuel injection 

FuEl typE : E-85 

matErial : Unobtanium 

mpd : 100 BHP (10,500) 

mpt : 43 FT-LB (9,000) 

olwH : ( 3070/124) (1400/55) (1220/48) 

SuSpEnSion : Carbon Fiber Double Unequal Length 

Wishbone 

tirE : 13x7 Goodyear D2704 

uniQuE : Honey Badger 

wEigHt : 630lb 

wHEElbaSE : 1625mm/64in 

Brazil 

United States 


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univ of texas - San antonio 

roadrunner racing 

UTSA’s Formula Society of Automotive Engineers team strives for the classic 

automotive balance between performance, reliability, and safety. 

Performance that bonds driver and car so that driving responses become inherent 

in all parts of the race track is a must in any sports car. Our suspension and frame 

were designed to maximize this relationship. 

Reliability’s importance in a Race Car parallels the significance of performance on 

the basis that the car will be driven to its full extent. This is where the potential 

of the car is unlocked and our robust electrical system, in combination with our 

resilient powertrain system, provides the means to remain at this point. 

By no means is our car’s safety overlooked. A car should be able to protect its 

driver to further the driver’s faith in the car. A driver of any skill level is allowed to 

pursue the extent of their capabilities when they feel safe. 

When all three of these aspects are perfectly combined the car ceases to be an 

assembly of parts. It becomes something more. It becomes a tuned machine, a 

tool for the driver, and an extension of their body. It becomes UTSA’s 2012 FSAE 

Race Car: zEN. 

United States 

brakE : Polaris Disk Brakes 

bScd : 100mm/72mm/single cylinder/565.5cm^3 

cooling : Water - Honda F3 Radiator 

drivE : Chain 

ElEctronicS : MicroSquirt 

EnginE : KTM 560 SMR 

Fr/rr track : Front 1237mm Rear 1140 mm 

FramE : Steel Space Frame 

FuEl SyStEm : Custom fuel injection system, LS9 

Injector 


matErial : Mild Steel 

mpd : N/A 

mpt : N/A 

olwH : 2401mm long, 1326mm wide, 1111mm high 

SuSpEnSion : Penskie Racing: Push Rod Front, Pull Rod 

Rear 

tirE : 10 inch Hoosier 

uniQuE : Awesomeness! 


wHEElbaSE : 1530.35mm 


State univ 

14portland 

viking motorsports 

The 2012 Viking Motorsports FSAE car is PSU’s first ever iteration car. The team 

has moved away from disjointed capstone projects and into a more sustainable 

student group. Documentation and tribal knowledge have made this team (and 

car) the most successful yet. Because of the nature of an iteration design, the 

team was able to focus on the finer details of formula car building, which is an 

exciting and new prospect for PSU. 

Design decisions for this car were based on mathematical models and how each 

decision affected points gained at competition, a new philosophy for PSU. To fulfill 

our main goal (points), we chose to build a car for reliability, simplicity, and performance. 

Following last year’s competition, an analysis of points and competitors 

took place to determine our philosophy for the current year. We concluded that to 

get more points at competition, we had many things to focus on beyond vehicle 

design. Hopefully, our new, more organized team and car will help us reach our 

goal! 

United States 

brakE : Disc 

bScd : 67mm/42.5mm/4/599cc 

cooling : Single pass radiator 

drivE : Chain drive, Taylor Race differential 

ElEctronicS : DTA Fast ECU, wireless telemetry 

EnginE : Honda CBR600 F4i 

Fr/rr track : 48/48in 


FuEl SyStEm : Suzuki fuel pump, 


matErial : 

mpd : 8000 

mpt : 8000 

olwH : 110, 57, 46 

SuSpEnSion : Double unequal length A-arms 

tirE : Hoosier 20.5x7-13 R25B 

uniQuE : In-car driver feedback system, wireless telemetry, 

traction control 

wEigHt : 630 lbs. 

wHEElbaSE : 60in 

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Schulich Racing has had several design changes over the previous year. The 

biggest being a new space frame chassis. The design hoped to drop the cars ride 

height, correct for lack of stiffness through an increase in triangulation and allow 

for interchangeability for parts not requiring a redesign. A need was also present 

to accommodate the wide range of driver heights, from 5’4” to 6’4”. In addition 

much work was put into increasing reliability. A new Vi-PEC ECU is replacing the 

outdated AEM, the cooling system was to be moved away from the exhaust and 

the electrical system to be simplified. The bodywork also took priority. It was key 

to optimize flow over/under the car and that going into the radiator. In addition 

greater importance was placed on a having the car look as great as it performs. 

Through testing, we are confident this is the most competitive car Schulich Racing 

has ever produced! 

Canada 

univ of calgary 

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univ of nebraska - lincoln 

Schulich racing Husker motorsports 

brakE : Floating cast iron rotors with ISR calipers 

bScd : 67 mm bore/ 42,5 mm stroke/ 4 cylinder / 

599cc 

cooling : Single, side mounted radiator 

drivE : Chain 

ElEctronicS : Vi-PEC ECU with PI systems data 

logger 

EnginE : Honda CBR 600F4I 

Fr/rr track : 

FramE : Space frame 

FuEl SyStEm : Custom fuel tank, with OEM injectors 

and Bosch pump 

FuEl typE : 91 

matErial : 

mpd : 78hp at 7800 rpm 

mpt : 


SuSpEnSion : Double unequal, non-parallel A-Arms. 

Pull rod actuated. Cane Creek dampers 

tirE : 20x7.0-13 D2696 Goodyear 

uniQuE : Adjustable Pedalbox 



This will be University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s debut entry into the Formula SAE 

competition. Husker Motorsports Formula SAE is a team of multi-disciplinary 

students ranging from freshman to doctoral students across all majors. Our team 

intends to represent our University in the finest tradition; fielding a simple, reliable, 

and competitive vehicle. As a young team, HMS is very ambitious and passionate 

about competing with our first car right in our hometown as FSAE Lincoln kicks 

off in 2012. 

Passion. Pride. Performance. 

United States 

brakE : Floating Rotors, Wilwood PS1 Calipers 

bScd : 67 mm Bore/ 42mm Stroke/ 4 Cylinders/ 599 cc 

cooling : Single Aluminum Radiator with thermostatically 

controlled fan 

drivE : Chain Drive with Quaife QDF7R Differential 

ElEctronicS : Kawasaki Racing 

EnginE : 2009 Kawasaki zX-6R 

Fr/rr track : FR Track 1219.2mm (48in) / RR Track 

1308.1 mm (51.5 in) 

FramE : Tubular Space Frame 

FuEl SyStEm : Kawasaki Electronic Fuel Injection 


matErial : 4130 Chromoly 

mpd : 11000 rpm 

mpt : 10500 rpm 

olwH : 2994.15 mm (117.88 in) long, 1308.1 mm (51.5 

in) wide, 1422.4 mm (56 in)high 

SuSpEnSion : Double unequal length A-Arm. Pull rod 

actuated spring / damper Ohlins TTX25 

tirE : Hoosier R25B 18.0 x 6.0 -10 

uniQuE : First Nebraska Formula SAE Car 

wEigHt : A Stuffed Pig 

wHEElbaSE : 1727.2 mm (68 in) 


du Quebec-chicoutimi 

18universite 

FSaE uQac 

For 2012, the FSAE UQAC team have for goal to save more weight as possible 

from the previous design. For this, we include the carbon fiber to our suspension 

and shrink all the components of the car. We also use the carbon fiber for our 

body, but it is not structural. The wheels diameter also change, this parameter 

allow the entire vehicle to become significantly smaller and lighter. We also 

improve with our drivetrain with 2 shafts thats increase our torque ratio from 4 

to 6. For this year, we use the CVT transmission and the Genesis 80 FI (499cc, 2 

cylinder) 4 strokes motor. 

Canada 

brakE : Wilwood 

bScd : 500 cc 

cooling : Custom design cooling package 

drivE : CVT 

ElEctronicS : AEM, EMS 4 

EnginE : Yamaha Genesis 80Fi 

Fr/rr track : 1193mm / 1155 mm 

FramE : Tubular space frame 

FuEl SyStEm : EFI 

FuEl typE : Octane 92 

matErial : 

mpd : 52 kW 

mpt : 

olwH : 

SuSpEnSion : Double unequal A-Arm, Push-rod actuated 

tirE : 10'' Hooziers 

uniQuE : Carbon fiber suspension design 

wEigHt : 268 kg 

wHEElbaSE : 1 550 mm 


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univ of washington 

uwashington FSaE 

With a very new car for 2012, the UWashington Formula Motorsport team is 

excited to show off our best car yet. Building off of 23 years of innovation, our car 

runs a new single cylinder motor, has a full unidirectional carbon fiber chassis, 

integrated CV/hubs, a full aero package, pneumatic paddle shifter, and tightly 

packaged drivetrain. Relying heavily on physical test validated analysis, a great 

deal of care and attention to detail went into every part on the car. With one of the 

earliest assembly completions in recent team history, ample time has been spent 

testing and tuning the car for ultimate speed, reliability, and overall success. 

After Lincoln, the team will compete outside the US for the first time every at 

Formula Student Germany. 

United States 

brakE : Brembo/AP, Floating Slotted Disk 

bScd : 95.0x63.4mm / 1 / 449cc 

cooling : Single Radiator w/ PWM Fan 

drivE : Chain 

ElEctronicS : EngineLab EL140, MoTec ADL, Student 

Designed Periphery 

EnginE : Yamaha WR450F 

Fr/rr track : 1220 / 1168mm 

FramE : Toray T700 Monocoque 

FuEl SyStEm : Returnless in Tank 

FuEl typE : 92-95 Octane 

matErial : BRC (Beryllium Reinforced Carbon) 

mpd : 7500 

mpt : 5000 

olwH : 3007 / 1412 / 1130mm 

SuSpEnSion : Unequal A-Arm Pullrod 

tirE : Goodyear 2704 

uniQuE : Integrated CV, hub, and centerlock system 

wEigHt : 233kg 


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iowa State univ 

cyclone racing 

Cyclone Racing’s 17th car, CR-17B was designed to the following priorities: 

1) Make the car easy to drive and predictable in all scenarios so an amateur can 

hop in and look like a hero; 

2) Keep the car as simple as possible, with compromises towards ease of manufacture 

over a “more ideal” design if the “more ideal” design requires significant 

development with only a minimal return in performance; 

3) Keep the design as lightweight as practical without compromising functionality 

or ease of manufacture; 

4) Serviceability is a minimum requirement, but reliability is even better. 

These requirements were developed based on competition experience as well as 

extensive participation in SCCA events. The car’s chassis was designed around 

suspension kinematics, torsional rigidity and ergonomics while minimizing weight, 

CG height and inertia. The suspension kinematics were designed around Tire Test 

Consortium data as well as track test data from previous cars. CR-17B will debut 

at Formula North 2012 before competing at FSAE West 2012 and FSAE MI 2013. 

brakE : Laser Cut Floating Rotors with Wilwood PS-1 

calipers 

bScd : Stock, 1-cylinder, 439cc 

cooling : Twin PWR Radiators 

drivE : Torsen Type 1 Delrin Eccentric Mounted Differential 

ElEctronicS : EngineLab EL1 Series 96L 

EnginE : Yamaha YFz 450 

Fr/rr track : 50/46.5 

FramE : TIG welded steel tubing 

FuEl SyStEm : Electric Pump 

FuEl typE : Hydrocarbons 

matErial : Rapid Prototyped ABS 

mpd : 45 (9500) 

mpt : 37 (7500) 

olwH : 88, 58, 44 (in) 

SuSpEnSion : Pushrod Actuated Unequal Length 

Double Wishbones 

tirE : 10" Hoosier LC3, 6" front, 8" Phatties in the Rear 

uniQuE : Ergonomic Carbon Fiber Seat, Bonded Aluminum 

Shear Panels 


wHEElbaSE : 64 

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texas a & m univ - college Station 

texas a&m racing 

After competing in Formula Hybrid for three successful years, Texas A&M returns 

to Formula SAE with its lightest car to date. This year’s team conceived an 

easily manufactured, uncomplicated, and reliable design, which translates to 

ample testing and development—a formula that has proven successful time and 

time again. A combination of a tubular steel frame with a single cylinder 450cc 

Yamaha engine resulted in an agile car with a high power to weight ratio while 

the implementation of a conservative aerodynamic package improves traction 

without a drag penalty. All design decisions were based on extensive analysis 

and simulations. The design went from a clean sheet/screen to a running car in 

eight months to provide the students with the most realistic work experience in 

academia. 

brakE : Outboard front, diff mounted rear 

bScd : 95mm, 63.4mm, 1 cyl, 449cc 

cooling : Rear mounted water to air 

drivE : Chain-Drexler Differential 

ElEctronicS : PE3 ECU 

EnginE : Yamaha YFz-450R 

Fr/rr track : 1168mm,1168mm 

FramE : 4130 Tubular Steel Frame 

FuEl SyStEm : Performance Electronics PE3 EFI 


matErial : 

mpd : 9500rpm 

mpt : 7000rpm 

olwH : 2438mm, 1350mm, 1200 mm 

SuSpEnSion : SLA, pushrod actuated springs and 

dampers 

tirE : Hoosier 

uniQuE : 

wEigHt : 482.5lbs 


United States 

United States 


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univ of Saskatchewan 

Huskie motorsports 

The University of Saskatchewan’s 2012 Formula SAE entry, dubbed “S8” due to 

its position as the team’s 8th-generation car, is a realization of the team’s best 

efforts. The overall goal of scoring more points at competition was broken down 

into two strategic areas of focus. First, an increased emphasis on testing to verify 

theory-based performance was undertaken. This includes chassis torsional testing, 

as well as material property testing on composite components. The second 

strategic focus was on project management; clear deadlines and tasks were 

assigned to ensure the timely completion of a driveable car. 

Several key components were redesigned to achieve the end goal of scoring 

more points: firstly, the frame of the vehicle. Previous generations were lacking in 

torsional rigidity, which was addressed successfully. The second major redesign is 

the engine intake system, which has been simplified and lightened considerably. 

The third major focus was in the drivetrain system, which addressed the weaknesses 

of the previous components, and also resulted in a net weight reduction. 

Canada 

brakE : Front: Wilwood Billet Dynalite Single Rear: 

Wilwood PS1 

bScd : 67.0 mm/42.5 mm/4 cylinder/599 cc 

cooling : Water-cooled 

drivE : Torsen differential with aluminum carrier 

ElEctronicS : AEM engine management system 


Fr/rr track : 1321 mm / 1270 mm 

FramE : Chromoly spaceframe 

FuEl SyStEm : Single stage injection 


matErial : 4130 Alloy 

mpd : 85 hp (9000 rpm) 

mpt : 42 ft-lbs (5500 rpm) 

olwH : 2960 mm/1520 mm/1070 mm 

SuSpEnSion : Unequal-length A-Arms. Front: pullrodactivated. 

Rear: pushrod-activated 

tirE : Hoosier R25B, 20.5 x 7-13 

uniQuE : A gentleman never tells. 

wEigHt : 635 

wHEElbaSE : 1702 mm / 67.0 in 


of texas - arlington 

28univ 

uta Formula SaE racing 

UTA Racing has developed the 2012 car with the design philosophy of simplicity, 

reliability, and performance. UTA has made great advancements in aerodynamic 

development creating a new wing package utilizing extensive CFD analysis run 

with a UTA developed optimization code. The 2012 car (F12) uses a Yamaha YFz 

450R engine incorporating a carbon fiber intake, for its lightweight properties and 

desired internal flow profile. F12’s new ergonomics package has shortened our 

front bulkhead, thus reducing weight of the frame. F12 also integrates a compact 

drivetrain package, an easily tunable suspension system, and a steel space 

frame chassis to provide a well-rounded, high-performing, and competitive 2012 

racecar. 

United States 

brakE : 2 front, 1 rear cast iron brake rotors 

bScd : 95mm bore / 63.4mm stroke / 1 cylinder / 449 

cc 

cooling : Aluminum radiator 


ElEctronicS : AiM MXL/ Performance Electronics PE3 

EnginE : Yamaha YFz 450R 

Fr/rr track : 1219mm (48 in), 1181mm (46.5 in) 

FramE : 4130 Steel space frame 

FuEl SyStEm : Performance Electronics PE3 Series ECU 


matErial : 

mpd : 9500 

mpt : 8000 

olwH : 1770mm (69.7 in) long, 1386mm (54.6 in) wide, 

1067mm (42 in) high 


actuated spring / damper. 

tirE : 20.5x6-13 R25B Hoosier 

uniQuE : Computer optimized wing package 

wEigHt : 540 Lbs 

wHEElbaSE : 1600mm (63 in) 

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Southern illinois univ - Edwardville 

The main purpose of this year’s car was to build a solid, yet versatile, baseline 

car that future teams will be able to use to evolve the next generation of cars 

designed by SIUE students. This car will use simple yet effective designs that will 

ensure the car remains competitively light and agile while being easy to maintain. 

The engine also has a simple bore/stroke kit to improve power; however,future 

upgrades may see the use of fuel injection and possibly even forced induction. 

The design idea at SIUE is to keep the car as simple as possible in order to reduce 

cost and improve reliability. By doing this, the car is able to maintain a relatively 

light tube steel frame and be competitive in the FSAE competitions. Additionally, 

the car is capable of increasing its competitive advantage through new designs by 

future teams that will strive for excellence within our competitions. 

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Saint louis univ 

Formula SiuE parks racing 

brakE : Wilwood Cart Brakes/Master Cyclinders 

bScd : 99mm/65mm/1/500cc 

cooling : Water/Stock Pump & Radiator 

drivE : Chain & Sprocket 

ElEctronicS : Stock ECU & Vapor Tech Guage 

EnginE : 2006 Honda TRX450ER 

Fr/rr track : 1570.74/1530.86mm (61.84/60.27in) 

FramE : Mig Welded Mild Steel 

FuEl SyStEm : Low Pressure Carbureted 

FuEl typE : Gasoline, 100 octane 

matErial : A-36 Steel/6061 T6 Aluminum/Mild Steel 

Sheet/Aluminum Sheet 

mpd : 9800 

mpt : 6500 

olwH : 2844.8/1570.74/868.07 (112/61.84/34.176in) 

SuSpEnSion : Fox VanRC W/ Pushrods 

tirE : Dry: 20x Wet: 19.5x WET 

uniQuE : Adjustable Pedals/Interchangeable Seat 

Inserts/Adjustable Camber via spacers 


wHEElbaSE : 1660.4/65.35 

Although SLU has competed in two prior competitions we are a all new, small, 

and inexperienced team this year. The goal of this years team is to design and 

build a functional car that will do well at Lincoln and provide a baseline design for 

future teams to build upon. 

brakE : 3 Disk, Brembo P34G, Tokico 6 Piston, Tilton 75 

Master Cylinders 

bScd : 95mm bore / 72.0 mm stroke / 1 cylinder / 

510.4 cc 

cooling : Aluminum Radiator with fan 

drivE : Chain Drive LSD Differential 

ElEctronicS : 

EnginE : KTM 525 

Fr/rr track : 

FramE : 1020 Tube Frame 

FuEl SyStEm : Aluminum floor mounted gas tank 

FuEl typE : 100 Octaine 

matErial : 

mpd : 

mpt : 

olwH : 110 in long, 57 in wide, 50 in high 



tirE : 

uniQuE : 


wHEElbaSE : 62 in. 

United States 

United States 


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univ of Southern california 

Sc racing 

As a young team, USCRacing has aimed to develop and refine a base of knowledge 

for the future of our club. In this spirit, the main design objectives this year 

were reliability and manufacturability. 

The steel space frame supports a Yamaha R6 engine with custom intake and 

exhaust as well as a modified oil pan to decrease cg height. The car employs a 

conventional push-rod suspension system with double unequal length A-arms. 

The carbon fiber airfoil and body panels were optimized in STAR-CCM to minimize 

weight and increase downforce. A Performance Electronics ECU allows for engine 

tuning, while a custom electro-pneumatic system allows easy shifting. 

United States 

brakE : Custom water-jetted rotors, Wilwood PS-1 

calipers 

bScd : 65.5mm/44.5mm/4 cylinder/599.8cc 

cooling : Single, side mounted radiator 

drivE : Torsen Differential 

ElEctronicS : Performance Electronics ECU 

EnginE : Yamaha R6 


FramE : Chromoly Spaceframe 

FuEl SyStEm : Custom fuel injection 


matErial : 4130 

mpd : 

mpt : 

olwH : 

SuSpEnSion : Push rod. Double, unequal A-arms 

tirE : 20x7.0-13 D2704 

uniQuE : Electro-pneumatic shifting system 

wEigHt : 

wHEElbaSE : 61.5 in 


of wisconsin - platteville 

34univ 

pioneer racing 

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville has been involved in Formula SAE since 

2003. Our Formula team has been, and will continue to be a team that prides 

themselves on ambitious design and implementation of new ideas. After having 

an educational year in 2011, we are enthusiastic for the 2012 competition. Since 

2011, we have focused on simplification and optimization of essential systems 

to improve reliability of our car. Some of the highlights of our car are the pushrod 

suspension, pushbutton electronic shifting and aerodynamic undertray. Engineering 

new, reliable, and efficient vehicle components to implement in their Formula 

cars gets us excited for competition every year. 

We would like to thank all of our sponsors and supporters for their help during the 

construction and testing of PR12. 

United States 

brakE : 4 Wheel Disc Brakes 

bScd : 67mm / 42.5 mm/ 4 cylinder, 599.4 cc 

cooling : Single Side pod mounted radiator with High 

Performance electric fan 

drivE : 520 Chain 

ElEctronicS : Powercommander V with autotune 

EnginE : 2006 Yamaha YzF-R6 

Fr/rr track : 1193.8 mm / 1168.4 mm 


FuEl SyStEm : Fuel Injection with Autotune 


matErial : 4130 Chro-moly Tube 

mpd : 12500 

mpt : 10500 

olwH : 2651.8 mm, 1397 mm, 1296.7 mm 

SuSpEnSion : Double unequal length A-Arm. Push rod 

actuated parallel shocks 

tirE : 20x7-13 R075 Hoosier 

uniQuE : Pingel Electronic Shifter with engine kill 


wHEElbaSE : 1676.4 mm 

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univ of utah 

FSaE uofu 

The FSAE team for the 2012 school year at the University of Utah is broken into 

three sub teams each of who are concerned with an important aspect of the cars 

eventual success. The three teams are Chassis, Drive-train, and Suspension. The 

overall team goals for 2012 includes an inexpensive race car that provides the 

end user with high performance, ease of maintenance, reliability in all systems, 

adjustability, and comfort for all users. These goals are achieved using a steel 

space frame chassis with a separable rear motor cradle, adjustable suspension 

components, adjustable seat and pedals, 4-cylinder fuel-injection engine with 

minimal modifications, and a chain-driven limited slip differential. All non-essential 

components such as wings and other aerodynamic devices were left off of the 

vehicle to reduce weight and cost. 

brakE : 4-Wheel Disc, Inboard front 

bScd : 600CC 

cooling : Liquid Cooled 

drivE : Chain 

ElEctronicS : Power Commander 

EnginE : Yamaha R6 

Fr/rr track : 1.25m / 1.17m 

FramE : Tube Frame 

FuEl SyStEm : Fuel Injection 


matErial : 4130 Steel 

mpd : 

mpt : 

olwH : 2.75m,1.66m,1.32m 

SuSpEnSion : Short-Long Arm Adjustable 

tirE : 20x7.5-13 / 25A 

uniQuE : Removable Motor Cradle, Driver Ergonomics 


wHEElbaSE : 1.54 meters 

of new mexico 

37univ 

lobomotorSports 

The LMS-12 is an evolutionary design building upon the success of previous 

teams and adapting cutting-edge knowledge to develop a FSAE racecar that leads 

the pack. Focusing on three primary design goals: weight reduction, drivability, 

and reliability, the LMS-12 has become the most advanced display of engineering 

and craftsmanship to come through the University of New Mexico. 

Tracking the evolution of the LMS-series, leaps and bounds have been made 

in each subsystem, while always focusing on the overall performance of the 

complete racecar. By the addition of a full aerodynamic package with reduced 

weight by 10% and center of gravity height by 13.7% over previous designs, 

the LMS-12 is the fastest vehicle to come from UNM. The focus on driveability 

is realized by the integration of the CVT, allowing drivers to solely focus on driving 

line and braking points, vastly improving lap times and consistency. 

Reliability is key to the success of any vehicle, and the LMS-12 is no different. All 

components were tested using FEA with a strict safety factor limit. Systems were 

designed with minimum maintenance in mind. 

The LMS-12 is the epitome of engineering. Careful design, analysis, and experimentation 

coupled with hard work and dedication has produced a racecar that 

once again pushes the limits. 

brakE : 2-Piece Floating Rotors, Wilwood PS-1 Calipers, 

Adjustable Bias Bar 

bScd : 77mm/53.6mm/Parallel Twin/499cc 

cooling : 2-Row Single Pass Aluminum Air-to-Water, 

800cfm Electric Fan 

drivE : CVT, Syncronous Belt Final Drive, Wavetrac 

Differential 

ElEctronicS : Performance Electronics PE3 ECU, 

Launch Control 

EnginE : Yamaha Genesis 80fi Odd-Fire 5V DOHC 

Fr/rr track : 50"Front / 48" Rear 

FramE : TIG Welded 4130 

FuEl SyStEm : 370cc/min Injectors, Common Rail 


matErial : 4130, Carbon Fiber, Aluminum 

mpd : 11500 RPM 

mpt : 9000 RPM 

olwH : 117"/57"/46" 

SuSpEnSion : Unequal, Non-Parallel Double Wishbone, 

Ohlins MKII Dampers, 3-Way Adj. ARBs 

tirE : 20.5x7.0-13 Hoosier R25B 

uniQuE : 2.5" BDS 


wHEElbaSE : 61" 

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california State univ - long beach 

cSulb racing 

Chassis: 

The central concept behind our car’s chassis was to build it tight and compact. 

Our chassis design centered around one that takes up minimal space to reduce 

weight, provide stiffness, and to move more mass towards the center of the car. 

The chassis was designed with SolidWorks CAD software and analysis done with 

SolidWorks and NX-7.5 finite element analysis 

Suspension: 

The suspension components of our car were designed to be nimble and specifically 

for the tight, quick corners that are characteristic of an autocross course. 

This combined with the compact size of our chassis make it well suited for small, 

slower courses where handling and cornering are of primary concern. 

Brake System: 

The car’s braking system is comprised of dual piston brake calipers acting on 

solid disks. The front brake system is of outboard design while the rear consists 

of a single rotor mounted to the differential. The front and rear brakes each have 

their own closed circuit system to isolate them from each other to prevent total 

brake system failure in the event that a leak develops at any single point in the 

system. 

United States 

brakE : Front-Dual Outboard 10” disks, Rear-Single 

Inboard 10” disk 

bScd : 67.0mm x 42.5mm, 4cyl, 599cc 

cooling : Water cooled, single bar and plate radiator 


ElEctronicS : MegaSquirt 3 Engine Management 

EnginE : 2007 CBR 600RR 

Fr/rr track : FR-1444 mm, RR-1415mm 

FramE : SAE 4130 chromoly steel tube frame 

FuEl SyStEm : Full sequential multi-port fuel injection 

FuEl typE : 100 octane unleaded 

matErial : SAE 4130 chromoly steel 

mpd : 

mpt : 

olwH : 2505mm long, 730mm wide and 1092mm high 

SuSpEnSion : Double unequal length A-Arm, push rod 

actuated spring and damper 

tirE : 

uniQuE : 

wEigHt : 



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minnesota State university - mankato 

minnesota State university- mankato 

The 2012 MNSU FSAE car is a single year senior design project that was 

designed and built by a team of 18 undergraduate Automotive Engineering 

Technologist students. This year the vehicle will be powered by a turbocharged 

single cylinder KTM 525 engine housed within a steel tube frame. The vehicle 

was designed using Pro Engineer, Mechanica, and Star-CCM+. 

The engine is equipped with a Garret GT1241 turbocharger, a custom intercooler 

that also serves as an air plenum, and a redesigned camshaft. The engine operates 

on an 83 lb-hr fuel injector, and runs on E-85. The engine produces 65 lb ft 

of torque at 5000RPM and 75 horsepower at 6500RPM. 

The chassis weighs 63 lb as a steel space frame with carbon fiber pushrods, and 

floating front and rear rotors. The vehicle is equipped with a limited slip Drexler 

differential and Hoosier R25B tires. 

The body was designed using CFD software to improve airflow across the radiator 

and create low pressure beneath the vehicle undertray to generate down force. 

To aid in driver ergonomics an auto engaging clutch, paddle shift system, and 

adjustable foot pedals have been added. 

United States 

brakE : Floating Front and Rear Rotors, Fixed dual piston 

caplipers 

bScd : 510cc single cylinder 

cooling : Single circuit /w single radiator 

drivE : Chain 

ElEctronicS : MoTeC 

EnginE : Turbocharged KTM 525cc 

Fr/rr track : 1219.2mm(48")/1193.8mm(47") 

FramE : Tubular 

FuEl SyStEm : EFI returnless 


matErial : 1020 Mild Steel 

mpd : 75 Hp @ 6500 RPM 

mpt : 65 lb-ft @ 5000 RPM 

olwH : 2489.2mm(98"), 1422.4mm(56"), 

1168.4mm(46") 

SuSpEnSion : Unequal length double wishbone with 

pushrods 

tirE : 10" Hoosier R25B 

uniQuE : Aerodynamic design incorporated into the body, 


wHEElbaSE : 1549.4mm(61") 

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california State univ - Sacramento 

Hornet Racing at California State University, Sacramento strives to produce the 

finest and most competitive Formula SAE car every year. The team enriches its 

members’ learning experience beyond what can be obtained in the classroom 

through extensive hands on design and manufacturing experience. The team 

makes every effort to include any student that is willing to participate regardless 

of academic level or major and provides a constructive learning environment in 

order to help build the program further and increase its knowledge base every 

year. Hornet Racing will accomplish these goals through honest hard work, dedication, 

mentoring and teamwork. 

The 2012 Hornet Racing Formula SAE car builds upon 2011’s solid platform with 

a primary goal of reducing weight in all areas. Attention was also given to simplicity 

and efficiency of part design and manufacturability. This led to a reduction in 

overall part count resulting in an earlier assembly thus allowing generous time to 

test and refine HR2012. 

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Hornet racing pantEraS racing 

brakE : Floating Rotors, fixed Calipers 

bScd : CBR 600 F4i 

cooling : Water Cooled 

drivE : Student Built Torsen 

ElEctronicS : AEM ECU 

EnginE : Honda F4i 

Fr/rr track : 1245mm/1219 mm 


FuEl SyStEm : In-line Fuel Pump/Filter, Fuel Injected 


matErial : Organic & Inorganic Materials 

mpd : 10500 

mpt : 8900 


SuSpEnSion : Unequal Double A-arm, Push Rod Front 

& Rear 

tirE : Hoosier’s 43162 20.5 x 7.0-13 

uniQuE : 

wEigHt : 605 

wHEElbaSE : 61 

instituto tecnologico de chihuahua 

The T42 was designed to win. The new FSAE T42 has different qualities for better 

management in different parts of it, more control in the steering system, more 

power in the Power Train and Drive Train, better traction in the wheels and new 

striking design of body work . 

The T42 is the new expectation in the Tecnologico de Chihuahua, has better 

design and control in competition. 

brakE : Wilwood PS1single Piston 

bScd : 15.875mm/2725.9cm^3/Wilwood/13.7721mm 

cooling : Radiator Aluminum 

drivE : 520 o-Ring Chain Torsen zexel 

ElEctronicS : ECU Haltech sport 1000 

EnginE : Honda CBR 600 RR 

Fr/rr track : FR 50in RR 47in 

FramE : 4130 steel round Chromoly tube 



matErial : Fiber Glass Body Work 

mpd : 12000 RPM 


olwH : 2873.98mm,1500mm,1260mm 

SuSpEnSion : Double unequal length A-Arm 

tirE : 20.5x7 in R25B 

uniQuE : Electro-Pneumatic Paddle Shiffer System 


wHEElbaSE : 61inches 

United States 

Mexico 


inst of tech 

43oregon 

oit racing 

The Oregon Tech 2012 car is an iteration of last year’s design that scored 8th 

place in endurance. All of the subsystems on the car were redesigned with 

an emphasis on saving weight. To increase cornering speeds, a front and rear 

diffuser system was developed. The diffusers will add downforce with a minimal 

drag increase. Further emphasis has been placed on engine development. This 

will allow less fuel to be used during the endurance race while also maintaining 

an appropriate level of power. 

The 2012 team also focused on recruiting undergraduates and improving knowledge 

transfer to future teams, as well as incorporating more diverse majors into 

the program, including Electrical Engineering, Mechanical, Manufacturing, MET, 

Management, and Business. 

United States 

brakE : Floating front disks, single diff mounted rear 

disk, twin pot wilwoodsF/R 

bScd : 67mm/42.5mm/4/599cc 

cooling : Rear mounted radiator 

drivE : Chain drive, Torsen diff 

ElEctronicS : Performance Electronics PE3 ECU 

EnginE : 2007 GSXR600 

Fr/rr track : 48/48 (in) 

FramE : Steel Tubular Space Frame 

FuEl SyStEm : External inline fuel pump with pressure 

regulator 


matErial : aluminum 

mpd : 90HP(12000) 

mpt : 46lb-ft(10000) 

olwH : 90, 55, 47 (in) 

SuSpEnSion : Double unequal length/non-parallel Aarms, 

pull rod actuated 

tirE : 20.5x7.0x13 Hoosier R25B 

uniQuE : Cable actuated paddle shifters, various team 

members... 

wEigHt : 650Lb 

wHEElbaSE : 64 (in) 


State univ - Fullerton 

45california 

titans 

The 2012 FSAE West competition marks the fifth year for California State University, 

Fullerton students to be designing and manufacturing an FSAE race car. This 

year’s team consists of 17 senior mechanical engineering students, six underclassmen 

engineering students, and for the first year 5 business majors. Objectives 

were to build upon the success of last year’s team and what they left behind. 

Decreasing weight and increasing reliability played a pivotal role in the design 

phase. Manufacturability of parts were optimized to allow for in-house manufacturing, 

or keeping costs down when utilizing outside manufacturers. Incorporating 

an aerodynamic package to increase down force and handling was the second 

goal to be implemented. This year marks the first year for a CSUF FSAE team 

to incorporate an aero package and to use carbon fiber material to manufacture 

these components. With the effort put into this year’s FSAE car, the team aimed 

to be a major push for subsequent years’ teams to improve upon, allowing future 

years to focus design on certain areas while making improvements to pinpointed 

areas. This would improve the opportunity of future teams to focus on fine tuning 

designs rather than redesigning an entire car. Many thanks to our sponsors for 

all the assistance they have provided us. The accomplishments achieved by this 

year’s CSUF FSAE team would have not been possible without them. 

United States 

brakE : 4- wheel 241.3mm diameter, SS drilled floating 

rotors. Wilwood PS1 calipers 

bScd : 67mm/42.5mm/4 cylinder/599cc 

cooling : Side mounted custom triple row radiator, 

single electric fan 

drivE : Chain drive, Universal Torsen T-1 differential 

ElEctronicS : Yamaha R6S OEM harness w/ power 

commander A/F adj. 

EnginE : 2006 Yamaha R6S 



FuEl SyStEm : Single Walbro pump, Bosch fuel filter, 

OEM injectors/rail 


matErial : 4130 steel 

mpd : 10,500 

mpt : 8,500 

olwH : 3215mm, 1325mm, 1080mm 

SuSpEnSion : Double unequal length A-Arms, pull rod 

front, push rod rear. Adj. sway bars 

tirE : 20.5x7.0-13 R25B Hoosier 

uniQuE : Pneumatic shifter, integrated hub design, full 

floating rotors, aero package 



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San diego State univ 

aztec racing 

The 2012 San Diego State University Aztec Racing team designed the AR-12 with 

victory in mind. We plan to exceeding the standards set in previous years. With an 

innovative new intake design that optimizes airflow and a remapped tune, the AR- 

12 will be Aztec Racing’s most powerful car to date. A student designed throttle 

body will give the car good throttle response while being much lighter than the 

stock throttle body. A completely new suspension design will vastly improve the 

cornering performance of this years car. A new electrical system will improve the 

reliability and serviceability of this years car. Not only will the AR-12 be fast, it will 

also look fast with redesigned composite bodywork including side-pods and an 

engine cover. Having adopted the philosophy of slow in and fast out, we believe 

that we are taking the ideal steps to build the most successful SDSU car to date. 

brakE : Outboard disk brakes, Wilwood Calipers, Tilton 

77 series cylinders 

bScd : 67mm/42.5mm/4/599cc 

cooling : Sidepod mounted AL radiator with constant 

speed fan 

drivE : Chain drive with student built LSD 

ElEctronicS : AEM EMS-4 

EnginE : Suzuki GSX-R 600 

Fr/rr track : 1219/1168mm 

FramE : 4130 Space Frame 

FuEl SyStEm : Sequential EFI 


matErial : Composite bodywork, and seat 

mpd : 8750 

mpt : 8500 

olwH : 2341,762,1101mm 

SuSpEnSion : Double unequal length A-Arm. Push rod 


tirE : 20.5x7-13 R25A Hoosier 

uniQuE : Rapid prototype intake 



State univ 

47wichita 

Shocker racing 

Wichita State University Formula SAE team, also known as Shocker Racing, will 

be competing for its 3rd year of competition. 

Shocker Racing would like to thank their sponsors for their support. 

WSU Student Government, WSU College of Engineering, Absolute Dimensions, BG 

Products, SAE, The National Institute of Aviation Research, Mid America Powersports, 

Wichita Region SCCA, Salina Region SCCA, TW Metals, Airgas Mid-South, 

Lincoln Electrics, Fiber Dynamics, Hoosier Tires, and Motorsports Honda. 

brakE : 4 Wheel Brake Disc 

bScd : 

cooling : Liquid 

drivE : Chain & Sprocket 

ElEctronicS : 

EnginE : 2008 Honda CBR 600RR 

Fr/rr track : 

FramE : 4130 Steel Frame 

FuEl SyStEm : 


matErial : 

mpd : 

mpt : 

olwH : 

SuSpEnSion : Double Unequal Length A-Arm. Push 

Rod Actuated. 

tirE : Goodyear 

uniQuE : Aerodynamic Wings and Diffuser Undertray 

wEigHt : 

wHEElbaSE : 



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california State poly univ - pomona 

cal poly Formula racing 

The 2012 car is a 4130 space frame tube chassis. The chassis was designed 

to have a specific torsional rigidity to allow for effect suspension adjustments. 

The suspension utilizes a short arm long arm system with pull rod front and push 

rod rear coil over dampers. Every aspect of the suspension system is designed 

around the 20.5x7-R13 Hoosier tires with the R25B compound. The outboards 

consist of 4130 welded sheet structure. The engine is a GSXR 600 with custom 

intake and exhaust manifolds. The engine incorporates a student designed pneumatic 

shifter. The drivetrain uses a Torsion differential with custom made housing 

and hangers. The steering system uses a student designed and manufactured 

rack and pinion. The cars total weight is 420lbs 

brakE : 4 Wheel Single Piston Disk Brakes 

bScd : 2.64in/1.67 in/4 cyl/599cc 

cooling : Air Over Water Heat Exhanger 

drivE : Chain Drive Torson Differential 

ElEctronicS : AEM EMS4, Aim EVO 4 Data Acquisition 

EnginE : Suzuki GSXR 600 

Fr/rr track : 49.25(in)/48.00(in) 

FramE : Chromoly Space Frame 

FuEl SyStEm : Fuel Injected 


matErial : 

mpd : 107BHP @ 11000(rpm) 

mpt : 60 ft-lbs @ 7500(rpm) 

olwH : 110(in), 56(in), 47(in) 

SuSpEnSion : Upper and Lower A-arm Rocker Actuated 

Pull and Push Rods 

tirE : 20.5x7x13 R25B 

uniQuE : Adjustable Anti-squat 

wEigHt : 580 w/driver 

wHEElbaSE : 60.125(in) 



State univ - tempe 

49arizona 

Formula Sun devils 

After not bringing a car to competition for so many years, the Formula Sun Devils 

hopes to re-establish ASU as a contending team and grow its FSAE culture. 

Our car will feature a ChroMoly spaceframe with welded ChroMoly sheet uprights 

attached to a double A-Arm, pull rod suspension. Our vehicle will be powered by 

a CBR600F4i. 

One of the team’s goals is to be as self-reliant as possible in order to both 

develop a solid manufacturing foundation for ourselves and to take advantage of 

our schools resources. Therefore, most of the components of our car are student 

designed and manufactured with very little outsourcing. 

brakE : 4 Wheel Floating Disc; Dual MC w/ Balance Bar 

bScd : 600cc 

cooling : Sidepod mounted shrounded radiator 

drivE : Chain Drive, Torsen Diff. 

ElEctronicS : MegaSquirt II 

EnginE : Honda CBR600 F4i 

Fr/rr track : 48/45 in. 

FramE : Space Frame 

FuEl SyStEm : EFI Return 


matErial : 4130 ChroMoly 

mpd : Uknown 

mpt : Uknown 

olwH : 105 x 56 x 42 in. 

SuSpEnSion : Unequal Length Double A-Arm, Pull Rod 

Actuated Rocker 

tirE : 20x7.0-13 

uniQuE : 

wEigHt : ~600 lbs. 

wHEElbaSE : 1571.625mm / 61.875in 

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universidad nacion autonoma de mex 

UNAM Motorsports is the team of the National University from México, as are a 

third year team we want to achieve greater design goals to prove all the things 

that we have learned in these last 3 seasons. In these years we have managed 

to get more students involved in the project and also more sponsors with a better 

team organization. 

We are proud to represent our country and Latin America, we know it is a great 

challenge that we are willing to accept. 

Finally we would like to thank our sponsors, without whom this project would not 

be possible. 

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pumaS team HayatE 

brakE : 4 Fixed Discs / 4 Wilwood Fixed Calipers, no 

abs system 

bScd : 67mm / 42.5mm / 4 / 599 cc 

cooling : Single air-water radiator 

drivE : Sequential gearbox, chain transmission 

ElEctronicS : ECU: PE Edge, electromechanic shifter 

EnginE : Yamaha YzF - R6R 2010 

Fr/rr track : 1225mm / 1100mm 

FramE : Steel Space-frame A-36 Mig welding 

FuEl SyStEm : Sequential multiport fuel injection 

FuEl typE : Gasoline 100 octane 

matErial : ASTM-36 / Kevlar body 

mpd : 90 HP @12000rpm 

mpt : 52 Nm @10000rpm 

olwH : 3204mm, 1225mm, 1188mm 

SuSpEnSion : Double Wishbone Pushrod actuated 

(both) 

tirE : 20'' x 7.5'' A6 Compound 

uniQuE : Flat floor & Diffuser 



Honda technical college kansai 

The concept of our current car is “FAST, LOW, STABLE”. We paid attention to “lowering 

the center of gravity” and achieved both of speed and stability in cornering. 

We aimed to create the car which can corner fast and stable. We achieved the 

concept to seat the driver as low as possible, arranged engine at low place, and 

so on. Moreover, we introduced handmade electric shifter and clutch for the first 

time, everyone can drive the car more easily. We will aim the best ranking ever 

such machine. 

brakE : FR 2-outboard 2-piston floating / RR 1-inboard 

2-piston floating 

bScd : 67mm Bore / 42.5mm Stroke / 4-Cylinders / 

599cc Displacement 

cooling : Side pod mounted radiator 

drivE : Chain drive / drive sprocket 13T / driven sprocket 

42T / chain size 520 

ElEctronicS : Using MoTeC 

EnginE : 2004 HONDA CBR600RR (PC37E) 

Fr/rr track : ER & RR (1300mm / 51.18inches) 

FramE : Steel tubular space frame 

FuEl SyStEm : Single fuel injection 


matErial : GFRP Cowl 

mpd : 7500rpm 

mpt : 5200rpm 

olwH : (2850mm/112.20inches) , (1506mm/59.29inches) 

, (990mm/38.97inches) 

SuSpEnSion : Double unequal length A-Arm 

tirE : 18×6-10 R25B Hoosier 

uniQuE : Low height and center of gravity 

wEigHt : 235kg 

wHEElbaSE : (1600mm / 62.99inches) 

Mexico Japan 


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univ of connecticut 

This car marks the fourth car produced by UCONN Formula SAE since the reforming 

of the team in 2007. The team focused on building upon last year’s solid basic 

design to improve overall performance. The team plans to finish in the top 40% at 

competition and to finish endurance. A reduction in overall cost was also chosen 

as a goal to better meet budget requirements. The team has gained much knowledge 

over the last 4 years and this car represents the effort to apply knowledge 

gained in previous years to all aspects of this event. 

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South dakota State univ 

uconn Formula SaE wild Hare racing 

brakE : 4 disk, fully floating 

bScd : 4 Cylinder, 599cc 

cooling : Single sidepod mounted radiator, swirl pot, 

electric fan 

drivE : Chain Drive 

ElEctronicS : PE-Edge 

EnginE : GSX-R600 

Fr/rr track : 48in/1219.2mm, 46in/1168.4mm 


FuEl SyStEm : Fuel Injected, Returnless 


matErial : 4130 Chromoly 

mpd : 85hp 8500rpm 

mpt : 55ft-lb 5000rpm 

olwH : 104in/2641.6mm, 57.5in/1460.5mm, 

47.5in/1206.5mm 

SuSpEnSion : Double A-Arm with Anti-roll Bars 

tirE : Hoosier r25b 

uniQuE : Extensive use of cast Magnesium and 

Aluminum 


wHEElbaSE : 61in/1549.4mm 



For the eighth car at South Dakota State University the Wild Hare Racing team 

goals were simplicity and reliability. With significant advancements over previous 

cars the team is striving for improvements at all levels of the competition. This 

car was built with long term performance and gathering test information in mind. 

Breaking down each aspect of the previous cars and the results from competitions 

and testings the team has packaged all the best designs into the 2012 car. 

brakE : Dual front signal rear/Floating rotors/Brembo 

calipers/Tilton 77-series MC 

bScd : 67mm bore/42.5mm stroke/4 cylinders/599cch 

cooling : Dual side mounted aluminum radiators 

drivE : 6 speed sequential/Chain driven/Taylor limitedslip 

differential 

ElEctronicS : MoTec ECU/Deutsch connectors 

EnginE : 06/07 Yamaha R6 

Fr/rr track : 48in front/46in rear 

FramE : 4130 Cromoly Spaceframe 

FuEl SyStEm : Fuel injected sequential firing 

FuEl typE : E-85 Ethanol 

matErial : Carbon fiber body/Seat/Fan shrouds/Firewall 

mpd : 55hp @ 11,000rpm 

mpt : 34ft-lb @ 7,500rpm 

olwH : 108in x 54in x 44in 

SuSpEnSion : Push/pullrod activated double unequal 

length A-arms 

tirE : 20.5x6-13 R25b 

uniQuE : N/A 



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Stevens inst of tech 

Stevens institute of technology 

The Stevens Institute of Technology FSAE team is looking to turn a new corner. 

For the first time in Steven’s history the team has completed a car within a year 

is looking forward to passing the knowledge to next year’s team. The goal was to 

design and fabricate a versatile frame and suspension to allow future teams to 

use a very similar design. The frame is a very spacious design that allows for easy 

packaging of all components. The suspension is adjusted via left and right hand 

threaded members allowing ease of camber, caster, and tow adjustment. The car 

will never have to leave the ground nor will the wheels have to be taken off to adjust 

these settings. Other unique features on the car include the custom exhaust 

and intake manifolds which are both made from production automobile parts. The 

intake manifold was taken from a 2001 Toyota Corolla, and the exhaust manifold 

was off a 1991 BMW 318i. Each were cut and custom fitted to match the outlets 

from the 2005 Yamaha R6 engine found in the car. Another first for Steven’s 

history was the addition of a turbocharger system. These innovations will provide 

the Stevens FSAE program with a solid foundation for success. 

brakE : 4 Wheel Dual Outboard Disc, Wilwood PS-1 

Calipers, Wilwood Master Cylinder 

bScd : 65.5 mm / 44.5 mm / 4 cyl / 599 cc 

cooling : Side Mounted Water Cooled Radiator, ECU 

Controlled Fan 

drivE : Rear Wheel Drive 

ElEctronicS : Power Comander 

EnginE : 2005 Yamaha R6 600cc 

Fr/rr track : 46’’ F/ 53’’ R 

FramE : Standard Steel 

FuEl SyStEm : Custom Fabricated Aluminum Tank, 

Walbro 225LPH Intank Fuel Pump 


matErial : 

mpd : 

mpt : 

olwH : 100" long, 63.8' wide, 53.2" high 

SuSpEnSion : Double A-Arm, Pushrod Actuated 

Spring Damper 

tirE : 20" X 8" Hoosier Racing Slick 

uniQuE : Forced Induction, Custom Aluminum Ram 

Style Intake 

wEigHt : 766.3 lbs 

wHEElbaSE : 63.9’’ 

of arizona 

63univ 

wildcat racing 

The overall design of the WF12 car is a significant improvement upon last year’s 

model. Preliminary design constraints chosen by the team included minimizing 

cost while maximizing performance and reliability. As a result we have developed 

a frame with a lower center of gravity with a weight distribution close to its centroid, 

a high performance naturally aspirated powertrain system, and an overall 

vehicle cost of only 12,000 dollars. 

Racecar. /////GO!!!!!!! 

brakE : Wilwood Compact, remote MC 

bScd : 600cc 

cooling : Custom side-mount radiator 

drivE : Chain drive w/ Cam and Pawl differential 

ElEctronicS : Weatherized, modular and track serviceable. 

OlED status readout. Analog Tach. 

EnginE : 2003 Suzuki GSXR600 

Fr/rr track : 


FuEl SyStEm : MegaSquirt 

FuEl typE : Petrol 

matErial : 1020 Seam Welded Tube 

mpd : 

mpt : 

olwH : 

SuSpEnSion : Double unequal length A-Arm. Pushrod 

actuated. 

tirE : 21.5x7.0 -13 R25 Hoosier (Dry) 

uniQuE : Fabricated using 80 

wEigHt : 650lb w/150lb driver 

wHEElbaSE : 



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ipn - ESimE up ticoman 

Escuderia IPN - Instituto Politecnico Nacional, ESIME UPT (Escuela Superior de 

Ingeniería Mecánica y Eléctrica Unidad Profesional Ticomán) 

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Escuderia ipn dvn mexico 

brakE : Ducati disc brakes with wilwood master 

cylinders 

bScd : 4 cylinders, 600cc 

cooling : Side mounted radiator w/fan system 

drivE : Chain and sprocket 

ElEctronicS : 

EnginE : Honda CBR 600 RR 2006 

Fr/rr track : 1200 mm 

FramE : Welded steel tube 


FuEl typE : Octane 

matErial : SAE 1020 steel 

mpd : 

mpt : 

olwH : 

SuSpEnSion : Fully independent push rod suspension 

tirE : 13in wheels 

uniQuE : Rack and pinion steering with own design, 

aerospace aluminum hub carriers 

wEigHt : 

wHEElbaSE : 1860 mm 

Mexico Mexico 


instituto politecnico nacional 

We are a team from Mexico, part of the IPN (National Polytechnic Institute), this 

is our second year of competition in Formula SAE. With the experience gained 

by some of the team members who have participated into this competition. We 

have made a new improvements in engineering, manufacturing and business 

organization. 

Design Goals 

• Reduced weight of the vehicle structure 

• Implementation of ailerons and spoilers 

• Improved aerodynamic body 

• Robust design and economic 

• Increased engine performance 

• Less drag 

• Better control on curves. 

brakE : Wilwood Brakes with steel brake disks 

bScd : 59mm/54.8mm/4/599cm^3 

cooling : Water cooling System 

drivE : 5-speed 

ElEctronicS : Yamaha CDI 

EnginE : Yamaha Genesis FzR 600 

Fr/rr track : 185/2.6 

FramE : Steel Pipe AISI 1020 

FuEl SyStEm : Carburator 

FuEl typE : Gasoline 93 oc 

matErial : Steel AISI 1020/Aluminum 2024/7075/ 

Fiberglass 

mpd : 89.6 hp/10500 RPM 

mpt : 65.7 N·m/8500 RPM 

olwH : 2700mm(106.3 in),1532mm(60.32in),1270m 

m(50in) 

SuSpEnSion : Independent Push rod Suspension 

tirE : 185/60 R14 82H 

uniQuE : Aeroespacial Aluminum Recycled 

wEigHt : 250.54 kg 

wHEElbaSE : 1830mm(72.05 in) 

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mcgill univ 

The MRT-14 is the McGill Racing Team’s fourteenth entrant into the Formula 

SAE series. Equipped with a Rotax ds450 engine, a pushrod actuated suspension 

setup, and a switch to 10” wheels, the goals of the MRT-14 are as follows: 

a 15% increase in power through extensive engine tuning and data acquisition, 

a 7% reduction in weight, increased focus on testing and development of tire 

knowledge and data. 

Simplicity of manufacturing was achieved through standardized plumbing and 

fasteners as well as maximizing laser cut materials. Three levels of testing has 

allowed for testing of multiple intake designs in a short amount of time. Development 

of simulation tools has assisted the McGill Racing Team to make 

better steering and suspension design choices. Implementation of a redesigned 

electronics system will allow the team to achieve performance gains better than 

ever before. 

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mcgill racing team polar bear racing 

brakE : Four Outboard Floating Discs, AP Racing 

CP4227/CP4226 Calipers 

bScd : 97 mm / 60.8 mm / 1 Cylinder / 449 cc 

cooling : Liquid-cooled 

drivE : 520 Chain, Torsen Differential (Custom Casing), 

Tubular Driveshafts 

ElEctronicS : Performance Electronics EDGE ECU 

EnginE : BRP-ROTAX Type 449, Quad-Valve, DOHC 


FramE : Tubular Steel Space Frame 

FuEl SyStEm : 


matErial : 1010 Steel 

mpd : 

mpt : 

olwH : 2648 mm / 1423 mm / 1143 mm 

SuSpEnSion : Pushrod-Actuated, Penske 7800 Dampers, 

Adjustable ARB 

tirE : 18x6-10 LC0 Hoosier 

uniQuE : Carbon Fiber Flex-Paddle Shifters 

wEigHt : 234 kg (515 lb) 


The goal of the 2012 Polar Bear Racing (PBR) Formula SAE team is to increase 

performance by reducing vehicle weight. Additionally, an accelerated timeline 

will ensure ample design preparation and one month of dynamic tuning prior to 

competition. These strides will give our team the opportunity to achieve PBR’s 

highest results to date. 

Featuring PBR’s first single piece carbon fiber chassis and powered by a Honda 

600 F4i, this 2012 addition to the PBR family is sure to impress. Focusing on 

weight reduction and vehicle simplicity will ensure a reliable vehicle for the Polar 

Bear Racing Team. 

brakE : Outboard floating ductile cast iron rotors 22.225 

cm front / 18.415 cm rear 

bScd : 67mm bore / 42.5mm stroke / 4 cylinder / 599 

cc 

cooling : Single side-mounted aluminum radiator with 

thermostatically controlled fan 

drivE : Chain Driven Torsion T1 based differential with 2 

piece 7075-T6 housing 

ElEctronicS : Steering Wheel mounted, LED warning 

lights and 7 segment LCD displays 

EnginE : 2002 Honda CBR 600F4i, Naturally aspirated 

Fr/rr track : 1219mm (48 in) / 1118mm (44 in) 

FramE : Full Carbon Composite Monocoque 

FuEl SyStEm : DTAFast ECU controlled sequential 

injectors 


matErial : 

mpd : 10500 

mpt : 8500 

olwH : 3020mm (118.9 in) / 1383mm (54.5 in) / 

1100mm (43.3 in) 

SuSpEnSion : Double unequal length A-Arms. Pull rod 

actuated horizontal spring and damper 

tirE : D2704 20.0x7.0-13 R075 

uniQuE : Single Piece Composite Chassis, Titanium flex 

link axle option 

wEigHt : 272 kg (600 lbs) 

wHEElbaSE : 1620mm (63.75 in) 

Canada Canada 


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Jayhawk motorsports ucm racing 

The team was founded in 1994 by a group of six KU mechanical engineers. Since 

then, the team has grown into a team comprising of 36 undergraduate seniors 

and over 20 volunteers. Team members represent several disciplines including 

mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, electrical engineering, industrial 

design, and business. 

The Jayhawk Motorsports Formula SAE team (JMS) has a longstanding history 

of success in competition including 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th place overall finishes. 

Following a 9th place overall finish and 1st place autocross finish in 2011 at 

Michigan, the University of Kansas Formula SAE team has designed an improved 

and highly competitive 2012 racecar. 

Jayhawk Motorsports uses an array of computational analysis and physical testing 

techniques to design a vehicle with high performance capabilities. Engineering 

begins by determining target suspension. Suspension hardpoints are then 

finalized using kinematics software. Flow simulation is utilized for aerodynamic 

flow simulation and experimental data is collected through full scale wind tunnel 

testing. A full car model was also created in SolidWorks to predict weight, CG, 

and moments of inertia. 

brakE : Brembo 2 Piston Calipers, Ductile Iron Rotors, 

Bespoke Master Cylinders 

bScd : 67mm bore / 42.5mm stroke / 4 cylinder / 

599 cc 

cooling : Water Cooled, Single Radiator, Single Fan 


ElEctronicS : Life Racing F88 ECU 

EnginE : Honda CBR600RR 

Fr/rr track : Front: 48in (1219.2mm), Rear: 46in 

(1168.4mm) 

FramE : Composite Monocoque 

FuEl SyStEm : Student Manufactured and Return 

System 

FuEl typE : E-85 Ethanol 

matErial : Composite Monocoque 

mpd : 11000rpm 

mpt : 9000rpm 

olwH : L: 127in (3225.8mm), W: 55.5in (1409.7mm), H: 

54.2in (1376.68mm) 

SuSpEnSion : Double Unequal Length A-Arm, Pull/Push 

Rod Actuated Spring and Damper 

tirE : 20.5 x 7 – 13 R25B Hoosier 

uniQuE : Aerodynamic Package 

wEigHt : 590lbs (267.6kg) 

wHEElbaSE : 65in (1651mm) 



univ of california-merced 

The 2012 model features several innovative components, some of which include 

a side mounted motor for yaw moment optimization and extremely light-weight 

suspension achieved by thin section bearings. The spool and belt drive system are 

designed for quiet and simple operation coupled with a flux capacitor for superior 

performance and reliability. Indy style seat inserts are custom fitted to each driver 

for enhanced ergonomics and driver performance. 

brakE : Tandem Master Cylinder Double disk front 

single rear 

bScd : 99/65/1/501cc 

cooling : Aluminum Radiator, Internal Water Pump 

drivE : Belt Driven Spool 

ElEctronicS : DL1 mk3 data logger 

EnginE : Honda 450 TRX 

Fr/rr track : 48/46 inches 


FuEl SyStEm : Intake Fuel Pump 


matErial : The Good Stuff 

mpd : 59 Hp 

mpt : 35 

olwH : 80 inches, 56 inches, 39 inches 

SuSpEnSion : Unequal Length A-Arm 

tirE : 18-7.5-10 R25B 

uniQuE : Side Mounted Motor 


wHEElbaSE : 59.999999999999 inches 

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northern illinois univ 

niu motorsports 

The overall design goal for NIU12 is a minimalistic, simple, lightweight and reliable 

car, keeping in mind the intended customer of the weekend auto crosser. Calspan 

Tire Data centralized the design phase, allowing optimization of suspension 

geometry, chassis components, and powertrain systems. Adjustability was also 

given a high priority. The NIU12 total vehicle weighs in at 390 pounds, while utilizing 

a 550cc two cylinder engine and 13 inch wheels. Frame weight has been 

minimized to 65 pounds total, utilizing a space frame. Drivetrain progress yielded 

a custom aluminum differential and tripod housings, using an anodizing system 

for wear resistance. Custom brake hats and rotors are designed to maximize 

braking performance. Steering utilizes a student designed steering shaft operated 

by a custom steering wheel. Engine progress yielded a simple, reliable system 

with proven competitive power numbers. Dual side pods are utilized to protect 

electronics and maximize airflow to a single radiator. In addition, internal spring 

dampers are fine-tuned via on track testing. 

brakE : Front and Rear Discs with Floating Rotors 

bScd : 80mm bore / 55mm stroke / 2 cylinder / 55 cc 

cooling : Single radiator 

drivE : Chain driven, Quaife style limited slip diff 

ElEctronicS : DTA ECU 

EnginE : Aprilia 550 


FramE : Spaceframe 4130 Chromoly 

FuEl SyStEm : Sequential Injection 


matErial : 4130 steel tubing, 1.00 to 0.750 diameter, 

various wall thicknesses 

mpd : 55 hp @ 8000rpm 

mpt : 45 ft-lbs 


SuSpEnSion : Direct Actuation Air Spring 

tirE : 20.5 x 6-13 Hoosier R25 

uniQuE : MyChron 3 Dash 


wHEElbaSE : 63.5" 

of michigan - dearborn 

73univ 

umd racing 

The University of Michigan–Dearborn Formula SAE team is in a transition year 

in which new team members will learn and improve upon proven designs. This 

year’s design is optimized around the Yamaha Genesis 80FI two cylinder engine 

and CVT package to produce a vehicle marketed toward the “nonprofessional 

weekend autocross racer”. The goals of 2012 are to improve reliability, reduce 

weight, increase power and pay attention to detail while increasing competitiveness. 

These goals will be reached by continuing to design with simple low mass 

parts, removing material where appropriate yet increasing strength where necessary, 

and retaining our simple and high quality manufacturing techniques. 

brakE : Dual Actuated push/pull master cylinders with 

4x outboard rotors 

bScd : 77x53.6mm Bore/Stroke, 2 Cylinder, 499cc 

cooling : Single side-mounted radiator 

drivE : Belt and #520 chain drive 

ElEctronicS : Microsquirt ECU 

EnginE : Yamaha Genesis 80FI 

Fr/rr track : 47/45.5in (194/1156mm) 

FramE : 4130 tubular steel space frame, 7075 aluminum 

rear subfram 

FuEl SyStEm : Common rail duel fuel injector/ in-tank 

pump 


matErial : AISI 4130, 7075 Aluminum 

mpd : 11,000 

mpt : 8,500 

olwH : 2745x1416x997m 

SuSpEnSion : Independent SlA, pullrod actuated 

tirE : Hoosier 18x6-10in LCO 

uniQuE : CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) 

wEigHt : 498lb/226kg 

wHEElbaSE : 61in (1550mm) 

United States 

United States 


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Queen's univ - ontario canada 

Queen's racing 

The Queen’s 2012 entry builds on the extensive background and knowledge of 

the team to bring an entirely brand-new vehicle design to competition. The design 

seeks to improve reliability and simplicity of the vehicle, focusing on the vehicle 

at a fundamental level before concentrating on ancillary components. The result 

is a vehicle that is not only lighter, but more powerful and drivable than recent 

Queen’s vehicles. 

United States 

brakE : 4 wheel floating outboard cast iron 

bScd : 67 mm / 42.5 mm / 4 cylinder / 599 cc 

cooling : Water Cooled, Radiator with Ducting 

drivE : Clutch-Pack LSD 

ElEctronicS : Custom dash 

EnginE : Honda CBR 600 F4 


FramE : TIG Welded 4130 Steel Spaceframe 

FuEl SyStEm : 


matErial : Carbon fibre bodywork 

mpd : 82 hp (12000 RPM) 

mpt : 50 ft-lbs (8000 RPM) 

olwH : 2555 mm / 1430 mm / 1065 mm 

SuSpEnSion : Unequal length A-arm. Front pullrod, 

Rear pushrod 

tirE : 13" Goodyear D2704 Front / Rear 

uniQuE : Unsprung undertray 




dakota Sch of mines & tech 

75South 

Formula Hardrocker racing 

Simplistic design with decisions based on a risk-potential analysis to extract the 

most out of the contact patch with a set amount of resources. Specific features 

include unsprung aero capable of high downforce at low speeds. 

Steel frame, 13” tires, big wings, v-twin, manual clutch and shifter. 

United States 

brakE : Aluminum Metal Matrix Composite Floating 

Rotors 

bScd : 80mm/55mm/2/553cc 

cooling : Water Cooled 

drivE : Chain Driven 

ElEctronicS : Cosworth SQ6 ECU, LiFePO4 battery 

EnginE : Aprilia SXV 5.5 

Fr/rr track : (1219/48)/(1117/44) 

FramE : 4130 Spaceframe 

FuEl SyStEm : Electronic Port Fuel Injection 

FuEl typE : E-85 

matErial : Titanium,Aluminum,Steel,Carbon Fiber,Nylon 

6/6 

mpd : 8500 

mpt : 5700 

olwH : 3112/122.5,1219/48,1092/43 

SuSpEnSion : Unequal Length Unparallel A-arms 

tirE : 20.5 x 6.0-13 R25B 

uniQuE : Twin Chassis 

wEigHt : 515lb / 233kg 

wHEElbaSE : 1575mm / 62in 

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purdue univ - w lafayette arburn univ 

purdue Formula SaE 

Purdue University’s entry for the 2012 season is an evolution of the designs 

developed over many years. Through careful consideration of components 

and layout, refinement was made only where design change could be proven 

beneficial to overall vehicle performance. This was done through theoretical and 

computational analysis as well as empirical testing. The overall vehicle analysis 

focused on suspension, chassis, powertrain, aerodynamics, electronics, and 

drivetrain systems as well as the way in which each system will interface. 

brakE : Custom Cross-Drilled Rotors 

bScd : Front : Wilwood PS-1 Calipers Rear : AP CP4226 

Calipers 

cooling : Student Built 

drivE : Drexeler Formula Student Differential 

ElEctronicS : Motec M400 

EnginE : Honda F4i 

Fr/rr track : 48inch/48inch 

FramE : 4130 chromoly steel 

FuEl SyStEm : Student Built 


matErial : Aluminum 

mpd : 85 

mpt : 45 

olwH : 115inch, 56.5inch, 39inch 

SuSpEnSion : 4-Wheel Independent, Pull Rod, Fully 

Adjustable, Custom Tuned Shocks 

tirE : Goodyear 20.0×7.0 -13 in. Racing Slicks 

uniQuE : 


wHEElbaSE : 62.5inch 

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war Eagle motorsports 

Auburn University has been participating in the Formula SAE Michigan event every 

year since 1996. For 2012, the team has adopted an aggressive design and 

manufacturing schedule with specific focus on performance, reliability, and manufacturability. 

Auburn started from the ground up with this year’s design with an all 

new monocoque housing a 2008 model Yamaha R6 powerplant. The car features 

a custom Salisbury limited slip differential, underbody diffuser, wireless telemetry, 

KAz/Penske dampers, and suspension kinematics focused on capitalizing on tire 

performance. 

brakE : 9.5"/7" F/R floating rotors 

bScd : 67mm/42.5mm/4 cyl/599cc 

cooling : Dual custom-core radiators 

drivE : Chain-driven Salisbury-style differential 

ElEctronicS : MoTec; CAN BUS 

EnginE : 2008 Yamaha R6 

Fr/rr track : 1270/1245 mm 

FramE : CFRP/5052 Al honeycomb monocoque; 4130 

rear spaceframe 

FuEl SyStEm : Fuel-injection 


matErial : Fiber Glass 

mpd : 12000 

mpt : 10000 

olwH : 2763/1588/1087 mm 

SuSpEnSion : F/R SLA 

tirE : Michelin 53/13 

uniQuE : Active intake runners 




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80 

oakland university 

michigan State university grizzlies racing 

Michigan State University’s 2012 Formula SAE Car, Car 27, represents the team’s 

return to a carbon fiber monocoque chassis. Large considerations for driver 

ergonomics, drivability, and reliability have Car 27 promising to be an outstanding 

competitor in this year’s competition. Returning as the vehicle powerplant, 

the well developed Honda CBR F4i has equipped Car 27 with the most powerful 

engine in MSU’s history. Unique attributes include a redesigned cooling system, 

the introduction of the Drexler FSAE LSD, and an electro-pneumatic paddle shifting 

system capable of producing shifts in 80 ms. The team has returned a strong 

core of dedicated members who all have high expectations for FSAE Lincoln. 

we would like to thank michigan State university and all of our 

sponsors, friends and family for their kind contributions and support! 

brakE : Wilwood PS-1, dual piston. Sintered metallic 

compound pads. Tilton 77 MC 

bScd : 67mm/42.5mm/Inline 4 cyl/ 599cc 

cooling : Single front-ducted, sidepod mounted radiator 

(2) 13.2cm shroud-mounted fans 

drivE : 520 Non-Oring Chain 

ElEctronicS : Motec M400 with ADL upgrade 



FramE : Full carbon fiber monocoque with rear steel 

tube sub-frame 

FuEl SyStEm : Sequential fuel injection, Bosch FP100 

pump, Stock Honda FP Reg 


matErial : 

mpd : 10500 RPM 


olwH : 2747.3 mm long, 1390.1 mm wide, 1098.3 mm 

high 

SuSpEnSion : Double unequal length A-Arm. Push-rod 

actuated spring and damper 

tirE : 20.0 x 7.0-13" D2704 Goodyear 

uniQuE : Electro-pneumatic Paddle Shifting System, 

Onboard Wireless Telemetry 





Oakland University started the season and development of their 2012 entrant with 

a high level of enthusiasm following their best competition finish in the team’s 10 

year history. 

This enthusiasm was carried into summer in which the 2011 entrant captured 

Oakland’s third straight Detroit SCCA Solo class championship and was put 

through many hours of testing and tuning. During this time, more miles were 

logged on the 2011 car than any predecessor. 

The saying, “To finish first, you must first finish” led Oakland University to adopt 

the primary goal of reliability during the 2009 season. In the following years, 

several iterations led to more compact, lighter, and more innovative systems. 

Improvements specific to the 2012 car include a new aerodynamic setup, custom 

engine management, pushbutton gear shifting system, redesigned steering wheel, 

pedals, and intake manifold. 

Grizzlies Racing manifests performance, reliability, economy, safety and driveability 

in this year’s vehicle package: GRX2. 

The team would like to thank its sponsors and the University for their continued 

support. Without them it would not be possible to compete. 

brakE : Floating rotors, 2-piston Brembo calipers 

bScd : 67mm bore / 42.5mm stroke / 4 cylinders / 

599cc 

cooling : Dual side-mounted radiators with ECM 

controlled fan 

drivE : 520 pitch chain, aluminum sprocket, speed sensing 

limited-slip differential 

ElEctronicS : Megasquirt3 ECM with custom peripherals 

EnginE : Honda CBR F4i 600 



FuEl SyStEm : Sequential MPFI 

FuEl typE : 93 octane (R+M)/2 

matErial : 1020 Cold-formed steel 

mpd : 11500 rpm 

mpt : 10000 rpm 


SuSpEnSion : Double unequal length A-Arms with push 

rod actuated dampers 

tirE : 20x7x13 D2704 

uniQuE : Student design electromechanical shifter and 

steering wheel 

wEigHt : 128.3kg front / 144.7kg rear (with 68kg driver) 


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rochester institute of technology 

rit Formula SaE racing team 

Rich with history and tradition, the RIT Formula SAE Racing Team has competed 

in thirty-eight Formula SAE and Formula Student competitions on three different 

continents. In twenty years, RIT has been awarded numerous accolades, including 

overall titles in the US, England, and Australia. In the 2011 competition season RIT 

placed 5th at Formula Student Germany with strong performances in individual 

events including a victory in Acceleration, 3rd place in Autocross, and 4th place in 

Skidpad. 

The goal of the RIT Formula SAE Racing Team is to produce a winning car for 

the FSAE competitions. To achieve that, the racecar must be fast, reliable, easy 

to drive, and efficient. An extensive simulation effort guided the design process. 

Physical testing was performed using both destructive and non-destructive methods. 

Dynamometers were used to properly tune the engine, dampers, and brakes. 

An efficient testing plan was designed in order to best utilize the spring season to 

validate critical design aspects of the vehicle. 

brakE : Custom Dual Piston Calipers 

bScd : 

cooling : Single Radiator and Duct 

drivE : Rear Wheel Chain Drive 

ElEctronicS : Steering Wheel Interface and Motec 

ECU 

EnginE : Yamaha 

Fr/rr track : 45 in 

FramE : Carbon Fiber Monocoque 

FuEl SyStEm : Custom Fuel Injection 


matErial : Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer and 

Aluminum Honeycomb Composite 

mpd : 9000 

mpt : 8000 

olwH : 111.7 in / 53.5 in / 43 in 

SuSpEnSion : Doulbe A-Arm 

tirE : 

uniQuE : Front and Rear Wings 

wEigHt : 840 lb @ 65 mph 


Southern univ 

83georgia 

Eagle motorsports 

The EMS12R is a an almost completely new racecar compared to the EMS11R 

and EMS10R. An all new frame, suspension design, engine control system, and 

instrument cluster allows for evolutionary leaps Eagle Motorsports has never seen 

in the past. The EMS12R is 12 pounds lighter than the EMS11R due to innovative 

use of a freshly engineered spool main drive, single-disk inboard rear brake, 

significantly smaller frame, and lighter suspension components. Ergonomics 

has vastly improved eventhough the EMS12R’s cockpit is 33% smaller than the 

EMS11R’s. Our simple and clean design philosophy applies and should deliver 

solid on-track performance. 

brakE : Front: Hydraulic Disk / Rear: Hydraulic Disk 

bScd : Bore: 98mm /Stroke: 72mm/ Single-Cylinder / 

543cc 

cooling : Liquid Cooled w/ Thermostatically Controlled 

Electric Fan 


ElEctronicS : PE3 ECU, Arduino Powered Cluster 

EnginE : KTM 525 [543cc] CR: 13.5:1 

Fr/rr track : 1116mm (44in) / 1048mm (41.25in) 

FramE : Tubular-Steel Space Frame 



matErial : Frame: AISI 1026 Steel 

mpd : 50 BHP @ 9500 rpm 

mpt : 34 ft*lb @ 7400 rpm 

olwH : L: 2442mm (96.14in) / W: 1290mm (50.8in) / H: 

1220mm (48in) 

SuSpEnSion : Double A-Arm / Pullrod & Rocker 

tirE : Hoosier R25B 18.0x6.0-10 

uniQuE : Crank Trigger/Generator, Arduino-based instrument 

cluster. 

wEigHt : 560 lbf 

wHEElbaSE : 1597mm (62.875in) 

United States 

United States 


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uSF racing 

F2012 represents the seventh Formula SAE vehicle produced by USF Racing 

since 2005. It is a pure evolution of F2011, USF Racing’s previous car. The 

following goals were identified at the beginning of the design process: reduce 

the weight by 20lbs from last year’s model, strong focus on ergonomics, and 

improving in the areas in which F2011 lacked. F2012 runs a naturally aspirated 

Suzuki LT-R450 450cc single cylinder engine, carbon fiber drive shafts, and 10 

inch wheels. We successful integration of last year’s knowledge into this year’s 

design goals, we hope to design, manufacture, and compete with a vehicle which 

is aggressive in all aspects of the FSAE competitions. 

We would like to thank all of our sponsors for the vast commitment to our team. 

United States 

brakE : Wilwood Front and Rear Calipers, Custom 

Rotors 

bScd : 95.5mm/62.8mm/Single Cylinder/450cc 

cooling : Side Mount Radiator with Electric Fan 

drivE : 520 Chain, Automatic Torque Biasing 

ElEctronicS : Voodoo Magic 

EnginE : Suzuki LT-R 450 

Fr/rr track : 1295 mm/1245 mm 

FramE : 4130 Chromoly Spaceframe 



matErial : 4130 

mpd : 9500 

mpt : 6500 

olwH : 2578mm long,1448mm wide, 1072mm high 

SuSpEnSion : Double unequal length A-Arm. Pushrod 

tirE : Hoosier 18x6-10 LC0 

uniQuE : Proudly built in the USA 




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centro universitario da FEi 

Formula FEi 

The Formula FEI RS7 is the 7th Formula SAE prototype from FEI and the 3rd 

vehicle with the lightweight concept, in which 10” wheels and a single cylinder 

engine were used. 

The RS7 stands for an evolution among the RS generation vehicles. This is accomplished 

without losing the main design objective: To suit the non-professional, 

weekend, competition racer market, allying the best compromises in performance, 

aesthetics, cost, ergonomics, maintainability, manufacturability and reliability. 

The yellow, green and blue painting is a tribute to Ayrton Senna and identifies the 

Formula FEI during international competitions. 

Brazil 

brakE : FEI Calipers and Floating Rotors / Wilwood Master 

Cylinders w/ Adj. Balance 

bScd : 95 mm / 63.4 mm / 1 cyl / 449 cc 

cooling : Custom Aluminum Radiator 

drivE : 520 Chain and Custom Torsen T-1 

ElEctronicS : AIM EVO3 Pro, FEI Telemetry, CAN bus and 

Dashboard 

EnginE : Yamaha WR450FEI 

Fr/rr track : 1165 mm (45,87") / 1185 mm (46,65") 


FuEl SyStEm : FuelTech FT400, Custom Bosch Fuel Pump 

and Siemens Racing Injector 

FuEl typE : E85 or E100 Ethanol 

matErial : 1020 Steel, Nomex Honeycomb and Carbon 

Fiber 

mpd : 40 kW @ 8000 rpm 

mpt : 50 Nm @ 6000 rpm 

olwH : 2405mm (94,68"), 1405 mm (55,31"), 1000 mm 

(39,37") 

SuSpEnSion : Double A-Arms, Pull rods, Custom JRz 

Dampers and Adj. Anti-Roll Bars 

tirE : 18x6-10 LC0 Hoosier 

uniQuE : FEI Telemetry, CAN bus and Dashboard 

wEigHt : 238 kg (525 lb) w/ driver 

wHEElbaSE : 1550 mm (61") 

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There is a large group of individuals who make sure the 

numerous details are completed to make a successful event. 

SaE intErnational StaFF 

Education rElationS: 

4 Bob Sechler – Manager, Education 

Relations 

4 Steve Daum – Manager, Collegiate 

Design Series Programs 

4 Sam Barill – Manager, Collegiate Design 

Series Programs 

4 Kaley zundel – Event Relations 

Operations Manager 

4 Allison Charney – Collegiate Program 

Coordinator 

4 Martha Schanno – Event Development, 

Corporate Sales 

FSaE rulES committEE 

4 Robert Chadwick, Andrew Deakin, 

Raffaele Fregonese, Fernando Gonzales, 

Matthew Johnson, Mark Muddiman, Bill 

Riley, Kevin Royce, Doug Fraser, Frank 

Roeske, Gerry LaRue, Matthew James, 

Dan Jones, Eric Klang, Dan Dolan 

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voluntEErS 

4 Leo Abels, Joseph Austin, Steve 

Balanecki, Jude Berthault, Ed Bishop, 

Andrew Boellstorff, Raleigh Boreen, 

Velma Boreen, Brian Boyd, Scooter 

Brothers, Sandi Brown, Wally Brown, 

Alex Buchka, William Burkey, Brian 

Butler, Alba Colon, Mark Cronquist, Thom 

Croyle, Eric Cunningham, David Currier, 

Jason Detweiler, Michael Donoho, 

Stephen Ducharme, Matt Duncan, Linda 

Duncan, Howard Duncan, Geoff Ewing, 

Jonathan Fiello, Loran Fortik, Jerry Frye, 

Tyler Furman, Oscar Garcia, Candace 

Gerber, Lori Gill, Rob Giovenale, Cleber 

Gomes, Ken Gordon, Doug Gore, Brian 

Hagen, Mark Hansen, Aaron Hanson, 

Brian Harmer, Bob Hartunian, Nick 

Hatfield, Kirk Havick, Greg Hazard, 

Sebastien Hebert, zachary Hill, Jeff 

Holm, Bruce Holtmeier, Jacob Homer, 

Jack Horowitz, Brad House, Janice 

Hueske, Jerry Irvine, Curtis Jacobson, 

Brian Jakubowski, Marvin Jaques, 

Chuck Jones, Matt Kalmus, John Keech, 

Kenneth Krenk, Deb Kroll, Michael Kuss, 

Key Players 

(as of May 13, 2012) 

Chris Lang, Todd Lewis, Casey Lund, Joe 

Malousek, Evan Martin, Dave McCagg, Bob 

McElroy, Doug Milliken, Bill Mitchell, Gerri 

Monahan, Tim Moran, Mark Muddiman, 

James Nazarian, Gary Newton, Bill Niaura, 

Rob Nickolaus, Lisa Noble, Mike O’Neil, 

Ryan Ostmeyer, William Palensky, Brent 

Parde, Devin Pauley, Matthew Petty, Kathy 

Plunkett, Eric Poe, Kent Prather, Dean 

Rabel, Lawrence Raitinger, Bryan Rawlins, 

Brian Reese, Devin Rickey, Bill Riley, 

Abigail Rimel, David Rimel, Neil Roberts, 

Michael Rooks, Claude Rouelle, Ryan 

Rusher, Kevin Rutherford, Steve Sayovitz, 

Clancy Schmidt, Ted Schultz, Mike Scott, 

Rich Small, Chuck Smith, Carson Smith, 

Andrew Steiger, Robert Stratton, Jason 

Swindle, Doug Temple, Mike Thodoroff, Eric 

Thompsen, Tim Umshler, Jared Utz, Virginia 

Uzendoski, Jason Wahl, Diane Walkowiak, 

Tobin Watson, Chris Wegner, Marlon Weiss, 

Elmer Wessel, Thomas Williams, Robert 

Wilmot, Christian Yaeger, Chris Yanchar, 

Gary Young, Ali zangeneh, Adam zemke, 

Suzy zukowski, Eden zukowski, Aaron 

zukowski

2012 Formula SAE 

Lincoln, NE 

June 20 - 29, 2012 

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Danley Building 

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200’+ Shutdown 

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69’D 

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Access 

Point 

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52’D 

Autocross Spectator 

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81’D 

(Bleacher) 

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250’+ Runoff 

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Autocross 

Course 

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39 37 35 33 31 29 

Timing 

29 

27 

CL 

38’D 

63’D 

105’D 

115’D 

82’D 

82’D 

40 grid spots 

Stage 

Lanes 

Re-Run 

Stage 

Start 

Fire Access 

Brake Test 

Drain Flow 

250’ Runoff 

Noise Area 

Vendors 

Vendors 

Cost 

Main Tent 

10 

35 

10 

40 

10 

45 

10 

50 

10 

Pad Pad 

Tilt Table 

93’D 

126’D 

Blue 

55’D Flag 

Pad Stage Lane 

Pad Stage Lane 

Practice Course/Pad Grid 

Paddock 

77 Paddock Spots (25x50) 

83’D 

55’D 

230’ 

Straight 

41 

116’D 

55’D 

206’ straight 

Stage Lane 

Stage Lane 

General 

Parking 

(290 max - full sized trucks) 

CL 

Endurance 

Spectator 

(Bleacher) 

Passing Area 

Blue 

Flag 

CL 

Blue 

Flag 

CL 

Passing Area 

39 

Blue 

Flag 

60’D 

Passing Area 

30 grid spots 

72’D 

Skid Pad 

37 

68’D 

60’D 

35 

33 

142’D 

Black 

Flag 

76’D 

Start 

Practice Course Stage 

Practice Course Stage 

20 grid spots 20 grid spots 

barriers 

Blue 

Flag 

Endurance 

Course 

Blue 

Flag 

CL 

Overflow/Trailer 

Parking 

(480+ full sized trucks) 

99’D 

Practice 

Course 

Timing 

Acceleration 

Fuel 

Station 

250’+ Runoff 

Stage Lane 

Stage Lane 

24 grid 

spots 

Driver 

Change 

BF 

Box 

130’D 177’D 

91’D 

37 39 41 43 45 47 

Finish 

Endurance 

Spectator 

(Bleacher) 

Stage Lanes 

accel /stop 

250’+ Runoff 200’+ Stop Lane 

120’D

COMING SOON… 

Formula SAE Electric 

Lincoln, Nebraska 

2013

Event Guide - Students - SAE

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