Doors Project Planning Document

• Project Team Chart

  • Project DRI & Team

  • Interdependencies

  • Stakeholders

• Problem Breakdown

  • Background

  • Needs statement

  • Major goals

  • Requirements/Regulations

• Project Planning Review and Design Kick-off

MS XIV has 4 doors. It should be noted that the rear doors hinge from the rear (“suicide doors”) as oppose to from the front.

(Above Image) Fancy shmancy car with rear-opening doors (“suicide doors”)

(Above Image) Outer door profile for MS XIV

The doors project has a relatively large, all-encompassing scope which includes:

• All 4-doors

• Interior door panel design

• Door hinge geometry and location

• Door range of motion

• Door latching mechanism and handles

• Waterproofing/sealing of door to aerobody

The exterior design of the door (aerobody), structural aspects of the door (i.e side collision protection), chassis tube locations, and securing of windows have currently been completed by the aero-chassis team. However, the doors team should be very familiar with all these areas in the event of any changes that may need to be made.

A need exists for safe, well-functioning, and well-fitting doors that provide for a pleasing interior.

1. Have complete and functional front and rear doors

2. Meets safety regulations (ASC and WSC)

3. Mechanically reliable and robust

4. Minimally disruptive to vehicle aerodynamics

5. Easy to operate

6. Aesthetically pleasing

7. Seals well with aerobody to prevent ingress of water and debris

8. Easy to install and remove

ASC Egress Regulations

Side Impact Protection Regulations