1. The first method outlined uses adhesive base studs and brackets to integrate the panel to the chassis. A sample solution is posted below.

   1. Design details: Brackets are welded or bolted to chassis tubes. Base studs are attached with epoxy. Base studs are then screwed placed into bracket slot and a nut is attached to the threads securing the panel to the chassis.

   2. Pros/Cons:

      1. Pros:

         1. Same method used on previous car

         2. simple construction

      2. Cons:

         1. Requires more accurate placement onto panel, the curvature of the panel could slant the stud misaligning the threads with the hole/slot.

         2. Requires a unique bracket for each mounting location because curvature is different at each panel

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2. The second method uses an eye bolt, and a ring to integrate the panel with the chassis. A sample solution is posted below.

   1. Design details: The platform of the ring is fixed to the panel using epoxy, and the shank of the bolt is fed and tightened through a hole in the chassis.

   2. Pros/Cons:

      1. Pros: Allows for virtually any part of the side panel to be mounted, the ring will pivot and rotate as needed to fit the curvature of the panel.

      2. Cons: Without top and bottom adhesion could shift around (unless the rings were alternating in orientation to account for that.

1. Just a bracket bolted to the chassis and fixed to the panel using epoxy.

• Pros:

  • 1 piece (with exception of mounting bolts)

• Cons:

  • Heavy (if machined out of aluminum or steel)

  • Unique brackets for each mounting spot

  • Potential for gaps due to flat bracket surfaces and a curved panels

1. Aircraft cable to wire fed through rings on the panels and chassis to secure the panel. Can be woven or one rope segment per loop.

• Pros:

  • Super light

  • Extremely flexible

  • Can pull from any direction

• Cons:

  • Any slack provides no support

1. Hinge bolted to chassis and fixed to panel using epoxy

• Pros:

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• Cons:

Final Design Summarized Steps:

1. Manufacture Chassis and Panel Brackets

2. Prepare all required surfaces for adhesive application

3. Bolt chassis brackets to chassis

4. Do a dry run and outline where the panel brackets will be adhered

5. Adhere the panel to the panel brackets, as well as the top bridge and bottom chassis tubes