Low-Res Supercar Design and Airflow Analysis

Scene: A scale model of a low polygon 70's concept car in the likes of the Lancia Stratos Zero lies on a turntable with backlights to accentuate the bold styling and body lines. Early iterations of the car are shown on a section of trifold in the background. The tube frame chassis or "skeleton" of the car is shown going through different driving conditions and loads. The unique front cockpit entry system is open with details of the linkages and interior shown. The central panel holds the airflow analysis and how the design was optimized over the different iterations. This project morphed from a dream of automotive design and a labor of love, pain and dedication. After years of modifying cars and making custom chassis and suspension components, the next logical step is a custom ground up designed body and chassis with a unique take on styling. The design and analysis of the chassis and body are the penultimate display of what my team and I have learned through each of our 5 years at RIT. Airflow optimizations while not compromising the bodylines. Chassis, engine, personnel and suspension packaging all done in ways analogous to industry and on a timeline that tests our fortitude and engineering prowess, this truly is a project that commands attention. This exhibition is designed to attract interest and inquiry from likeminded individuals who just have the car bug they could never get rid of. With an exciting design and even more exciting design challenges we hope to give a taste of the exciting world of engineering meets arts.