Wednesday, February 3, 2010

Testing 3,2,1...

Hypothesis is a proposed explanation for an observable phenomenon. Experiments have to be conducted to justify the explanation. Thus, we had our first test run!
Oh yeah, according to some lecturers here, reports should be done in paragraph form, like thesis...So, this is it!



Title: Hypothesis Test Drive 1

Date: 27 January 2010 ( Wednesday)
Time: 1400-1700
Venue: School of Mechanical Engineering

What We Want:
To test the dynamics and mechanism of Hypothesis, and to get the drivers behind the wheels!


What We Did!

First, a quick roll call was carried out to check the presence of the drivers and members involved in this test run. Next, the height and weight of all drivers (primary and reserves) are taken and recorded. (data is taken 3 times and an average....bla bla bla). All 6 drivers then took turns to test the ergonomics of the cockpit and the vehicle.

Part 2, a mini test run had been carried out to test the mechanism of the running gears i.e. steering, rear wheels, brakes. The full test run methods however cannot be revealed here.


Result

It has been a fruitful day as we managed to achieve our objectives. The car showed some negative results in some area. Targets of and ideal vehicle are yet to be achieved. But, bear in mind, what is down will go up!
We're glad to have this test run cause we finally managed to identify some areas in this car for further improvement.

So, dear SHELL, wait for it.....!


Appendix


Driver in the cockpit!





Video recording in progress





Testing the mechanism of brake calipers





Checking the alignment of the sprocket and chain





From start to finish!

Monday, January 18, 2010

I Know What You Did Last Week..


Hello peeps,

It's been a long time since we've post an update on our progress. Let's have a recap:
Last year we have established our very own SAE Laboratory, place of birth of the Nemesis and Genesis.


In the previous week, we have managed to make a tremendous progress on our prototype car, the Hypothesis. Breakdown on the progress made:


Engine team
Engine has been installed to the rear part of the Hypothesis. The modifications made on th GX-35 are clutch and drive shaft, transmission chain to the sprocket of the rear wheel.





Running Gear
We have our steering installed! Together with the rear brakes!




















Oh no, Error occurred! Got to fix it, man.


Running gear team installing the steering shaft




Body team
They are arguably the most hardworking one of all team. Kudos to them!! From the shell mold modelling, right up to the fiber glass installation (still progressing). Great effort, guys! And not to forget, our diligent and wise Vigren. :D


Cheng, cheng, cheng -> Master Vigren





And here are some photos regarding our progress.

The chasis of Hypothesis together with brake calipers and tensioner



Running gear + Engine team at work. Great teamwork!




Here we go, everyone is at work!



Prof. Horizon giving some advice on the engine part






Driver in the cockpit





Oh crap, misaligned brake calipers :S



Tremendous progress but remember, tonnes of work ahead of us. So, get together and keep up the good work, y'all!!
Tschuss!