The tyres on a racecar are the only component that comes into contact
with the ground. A comprehensive analysis was performed and a matrix
was generated as a tool to analyze how the tyres behave in any
combination of dynamic loading condition. The second generation CNC
machined aluminum uprights reduced weight by 0.75 lbs per corner. The front cockpit of the frame was minimized and the rear box
removed to reduce weight. As a result, the shocks required a
non-orthogonal planar mounting scheme. 3-D wheel travel simulations
were constructed to insure proper motion ratios of the racecar. Front
and rear Anti-Roll Bars (ARB) were implemented on the racecar. The ARB’s
will facilitate a stiffer suspension in transient loadings of the tyres
in the front and rear.
