The Evolution of a Custom RC Chassis: Combining Computer-Aided Design and 3D Printing with Hands-On Racing

Location

James E. Gleason Hall (GLE/009) - Lower Gordon Atrium

My exhibit would take up either a 20x20' or a 30x12' space. It might draw a crowd and it might need additional space for 5-6 participants at a time in the hands-on portion of the exhibit. I will showcase 1/28th scale (6x4") 3D printed Radio Control cars on a table, where I will be presenting the evolution of my design and running my 3D printer (1.5x1.5x2'). The printer will be there to showcase the printing process and supply spare parts for the second hands-on part of my exhibit. There will be a 20x12' track for visitors to race on, providing a hands-on experience.

This is the Off-Road configuration, the first one I finished designing.

Bottom View of the Chassis to show modularity

This shows where the chassis plate is split up for modularity

On-Road Configuration

This shows how the chassis can be configured for on-road racing by swapping parts like the front hubs and rear motor-pod.

Location

James E. Gleason Hall (GLE/009) - Lower Gordon Atrium

Topics

Exhibitor
Ernest Uy

Advisor(s)
Dr. Michael Schrlau and Dr. Kathleen Lamkin-Kennard

Organization
This exhibition is an offshoot of an independent study that aimed to design an open-source Radio Control 1/28 scale car for educational outreach. This project supports research efforts of current NSF Award #2106346, Lamkin-Kennard (PI), Schrlau and Baile


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