College
College of Engineering and Polymer Science
Date of Last Revision
2023-05-05 04:43:43
Major
Mechanical Engineering
Honors Course
4600 461 - 012
Number of Credits
2
Degree Name
Bachelor of Science
Date of Expected Graduation
Spring 2022
Abstract
This project will include the design, manufacture, and assembly of the entire brakes subsystem for the Zips Racing Electric (ZRE) 2022 car. Goals of the brakes system include a lightweight, modular, machinable, and rigid design. The project will begin in the Fall semester with the design of the pedals and rotors as well as calculations to specify master cylinders, calipers, pads, etc. Software such as SolidWorks CAD, SolidWorks FEA, and Mastercam CAM will be employed. Next, the second semester will involve manufacturing or purchasing necessary components. Prototype pedals will be manufactured for physical testing.
The project will be completed individually. However, the project lead will work cooperatively with other undergraduate and graduate students on ZRE. Funding will be provided by company sponsors as well as funds budgeted by the University of Akron. The project lead will report to the project sponsor on a monthly basis and ZRE on a weekly basis.
Research Sponsor
Dr. D. Deckler
First Reader
Mr. W. Wenzel
Second Reader
Dr. S. Farhad
Honors Faculty Advisor
Dr. S. Sawyer
Recommended Citation
Thomas, Nicholas, "Zips Racing Electric 2022 Brakes Subsystem Design" (2022). Williams Honors College, Honors Research Projects. 1473.
https://ideaexchange.uakron.edu/honors_research_projects/1473
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