Compiling notes, tips, and instructions on various stages of Aero-Chassis Integration
W21/S21 - Aero-Chassis Integration Resources
Timeline and Task Tracker:
Adhesives Information:
Adhesive Usage: LOCTITE EA E-120HP - Epoxy adhesive - Henkel Adhesives (henkel-adhesives.com)
In the bay: F2020 - ordered 10 x 50 mL cartridges
Part Bonded to Chassis | No. of 50mL Cartridges Used |
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Front + Rear Bulkheads | 2.5 |
Bottom Panel | |
B-Bulkhead | |
Floor Panels | |
Side Panels |
Panel Integration Plans :
Integration Timeline and Instructions
Term | Panel(s) | Details |
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F20 |
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S21 |
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F21 | [ Dynamics Assembly / Panel Manufacturing ] | |
W22 |
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[ Thermoformed Panels Complete ] | ||
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S22 | [ Panel Painting, Sealing, Waterproofing ] |
Panel Specific Mounting Information
The following page summarizes all the aerobody panels and their respective fastening/bonding methods.
Panel Fastening/Bonding Details
Panel Trimming Groups, Order & Details
Bottom Panel and Flats
Bottom Panel - trimmed using mold outline
Bulkheads - trimmed using a stencil
Floor panels - trimmed using a stencil?, trim to fit within chassis, bulkheads and seats
Main Body Panels
Bridges - trimmed using mold outline
Side Panels - trimmed using mold outline, clamp to chassis, trim to fit with bottom panel, bridges
Trunk - trimmed using mold outline, clamp to chassis, trim to fit with bottom panel, side panel, bridges
Roof - trimmed using ???, clamp to chassis, trim to fit with side panels, bridges
Thermoformed and Surrounding Panels
Windows - trimmed using mold outline?, trim/fit to door flanges
Hood - trimmed using mold outline, clamp to side panels and trim to bottom and side panels
Windshield - trimmed using mold outline?, trim/fit to bridge/side panel/hood flanges
Headlights - trimmed using mold outline?, trim/fit to hood, side panel flanges
Doors - trimmed using mold outline, trim to side panels