For MS16, we will be exploring the possibility of dynamic wheel covers on the car. These would be wheel covers that, upon actuation of the steering mechanism of the car, tilt open to allow the wheels to turn the desired amount.
This would allow for the overall aerobody to be slimmer, resulting in a smaller frontal area.
The use of dynamic wheel covers from teams such as UMichigan suggest suggests that the pros of a slimmer aerobody outweigh the cons of producing significant drag upon turning the car.
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If dynamic covers are feasible, we want to explore different options in terms how they will open and close.
Task Definition + Timeline:
Task | Assigned To | Date to be done |
|---|---|---|
General Wheel Cover Research
| October reading week | |
Wheel Cover Integration Plan
| End of October |