This is the first major system level design decision for MSXII. MSXI was our first car to be built without a metal space frame. Although in theory a composite frame can produce a more lightweight car, the added challenge is perhaps more than Midnight Sun feels comfortable taking on for MSXII. This page will evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of each option to better guide our decision.
Metal Space Frame
| Composite Frame
| Hybrid
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| What do other teams do? | |||
| Manufacturability | |||
| Potential Sponsors | |||
| Weight | |||
| Strength | |||
| Feasibility of FEA | |||
| Team knowledge |
