New features added- Launching the eBulletin

USM SAE chapter is proudly present the eBulletine exclusively for members only. This eBulletin will feature the ongoing student projects of Mechanical Engineering.

This exclusive eBulletin is to secured the membership as an special benefit for our supportive members.

So, whoever wanted an access to eBulletin, register yourself as USM SAE member.

To register as a member, please submit your name, matrix number and major to usm_sae@hotmail.com.

Perodua Eco Challenge - OVERVIEW

Perodua Eco Challenge challenges local engineering university students on fuel economy of a vehicle. It is a great platform for students to gain some hands on experience in modifying a car.

First a Myvi 1.3L (AT) car and RM10,000 are given for modifications, how can it be better for any competition. Various modifications can be done ranging from minor tuning to body shaping to engine retrofitting.

So, what can be done actually to our current Myvi ? How to increase fuel economy? Well if your are interested, here's some tips for ya.

1. Throw off parasitic load, like unwanted spare tyres ( you can call someone to help you out in Malaysia)
2. Turn off air con when you dont feel so hot actually.
3. Prevent idling by turning off your engine whenever is possible. (eg waiting to pick up somebody after tuition, market..)
4. Make sure your tyre is properly inflated. ( the label stuck at the side of the door frame IS your bible. )
5. Tune your car, ask some local car shop to do the tunings.

Okay...what do we do in our modified myvi for the competitions?

• body reshaping ( some minor body modes for appearance and aerodynamics )
• weight reduction ( basically strip the car )
• engine retrofit ( secret weapon)
• ECU hacking

If you're really into it, sign up for USM SAE membership which allows you access to USM SAE chapter e-bulletin. You can see what really is done on the myvi k3ve engine and we got 81% improvement on fuel consumption for the race only, not for on road use.

You can get your membership through notices around mechanical engineering school or approach SAE officers.(2009/2010 2nd Year) David Chew (mech) Siu Hou ( Manufac) Jun Lii ( Mech).

-David

We Are The Robberz, My Friends --- SAE Crew feat. Queen

Jun Lii, giving you the Ve~Li GuD news we must utter!

Like what David said in his previous post, we are now posting you the Ve~Li GuD report from the Perodua Eco-Challenge 2009!

For whom they have little or no time, let's just say it right now:

WE ROBBED THEM 11 UNIZ FROM ALL OF THE 1ST PRIZEZ!!!

(@o@) WWWWWOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHH!!! (OwO)

In a little detail, much to our surprise, WE WON 1st PRIZE in both the "Longest Distance Myvi" & the "Best Exhibition Design & Presentation"!

(@o@) WWWWWOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHH!!! (OwO)

Phew... I'm now exhausted from braggin' about our ViCToRy... At least now I can pay back my 38 hours of sleep debts... Zzz... zzz...

Before signing out, let's sing Queen's song "We are the Champion!"

I've paid my dues
Time after time...
I've not slept for days
But still as bright...
And sleepily mad
I've had a lot...
I've had my share of pillow kicked in my face
But I've come through...!

We are the Robberz, my friends
And we'll keep on robbing - till you're broke
We are the Robberz
We are the Robberz
No time for cheap-doodz
'cause we are the robberz - of the World!!!

I've made my mods
And my panther roars
You brought me fame and fortune and everything that goes with it
I thank us all!

But it's been no bed of roses
Bent valves and leaks
I consider it a challenge before the whole universities
And I ain't gonna lose

We are the Robberz, my friends
And we'll keep on robbing - till you're broke
We are the Robberz
We are the Robberz
No time for cheap-doodz
'cause we are the Robberz - of the World!!!

Good Job, everyone! Awesome auto-skillz & leadership, Henry! Great eco-driving skillz, Chung Hwa! & kudoz to all the other challengers of USM! (Hehe... Please don't take this song very seriously... I'm HiGh on SeRoToNiN!

(@o@) WWWWWOOOOOOHHHHH!!! (OwO) )

Detailed report on Perodua Eco-Challenge coming from any of our crew soon. Look forward to it!

Jun Lii, signing out! (@o@) WWWWWOOOOOOHHHHH!!! (OwO)

Yours Sincerely,

TOO JUN LII
Secretary (2008/09)
USM Collegiate Chapter of SAE

Universiti Sains Malaysia
Engineering Campus
Seri Ampangan, 14300 Nibong Tebal
Seberang Perai Selatan, Pulau Pinang
Malaysia.

Mobile : +60-12-5010539
Primary E-mail : tjl100912@student.usm.my