MONASH MOTORSPORT BLOG
Hear from our team of engineers, learn more about our cars and find out about our approach to the world of FSAE.
Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Workflow
Computational Fluid Dynamics Workflow or ‘CFD’ Workflow is an integral element of the teams testing and simulation system. It allows the Dynamics department to compare results from past to current runs using graphs, tables, images and videos. Recently we have undergone a major upgrade to this workflow, making it fully automated.
Aero Mapping
Aero mapping is one of the methods we use to optimize our car’s performance across the lap. In addition to making aerodynamic design decisions, aero mapping also helps us tune our suspension parameters and determine optimal vehicle setup based around enhancing aero performance.
Formula SAE Aerodynamic Package; Design, Development and Validation - Luke Phersson, 2009
Luke’s 2009 thesis on aerodynamic package design, development and validation has helped the team take our wings to the next level.
M17-C and M17-E Take Off!
The 2017 Aerodynamics packages have been completed on both M17-C and M17-E!
The Road to Flying: Mould Preparations and Layups
Aerodynamics Engineer, Paras Bhutiani, details the processes that go into preparing our Aerodynamics Package.
A Visit from F1 Aerodynamicist: Willem Toet
F1's Willem Toet delivers an Aerodynamics Masterclass at Monash University.
Aerodynamics Focus: The Undertray
Hamzah gives us a detailed overview of our approach to Aerodynamics in 2016.
Aerodynamics: On–track Flow Visualisation
M13′s aerodynamic package saw huge gains over its predecessors, mostly due to the implementation of a drag reduction system allowing for a more aggressive design for downforce, which was visualised using flow vis paint.