Mounting Method List:
The first method outlined uses adhesive base studs and brackets to integrate the panel to the chassis. A sample solution is posted below.
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.
Pros/Cons:
Pros:
Same method used on previous car
simple construction
Cons:
Requires more accurate placement onto panel, the curvature of the panel could slant the stud misaligning the threads with the hole/slot.
Requires a unique bracket for each mounting location because curvature is different at each panel
The second method uses an eye bolt, and a ring to integrate the panel with the chassis. A sample solution is posted below.
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.
Pros/Cons:
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.
Cons: Without top and bottom adhesion could shift around (unless the rings were alternating in orientation to account for that.
3. 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
4. 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
5. Hinge bolted to chassis and fixed to panel using epoxy
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