Goals
- Get initial feedback on first draft CADs
CAD Spins
Chassis
Notes:
- Current mass: 7.5 kg
- Consider where to switch to a clamping mount around the CF tube instead of adhesive bonding
- Consider where to bond to the outside of the tube VS the inside
- Fear of inner mounts puncturing CF tube (i.e. at base of vertical CF stand)
- Simplify mounting blocks to require less complex boring
- Look for OTS clamp for rocker beam
- Believe we're okay without a cross beam → aluminum surface plates should increase stiffness and resist torsional loads
- Consider Gimbal routing
low priority
Suspension/Legs
Notes:
- Don't use bolts for alignment, use just for clamping. Use steps and dowel holes to align critical pieces
- Consider reamer sizes for fits needed VS boring bar
Wheel connections
Notes:
Differential bar
Notes:
Update & Action Items
| Member | Update | Action Items |
|---|---|---|
a4tersig@uwaterloo.ca (Unlicensed) (Chassis) | ||
amillsem@uwaterloo.ca (Wheel connections) | ||
Emily Adam (Differential bar) |
| |
mapitzgr@uwaterloo.ca (Frame/structure) | ||
Other Notes
- Welded joints analysis →
- Rotational ability on CF beam, if we want to use for rocker beam
- Could add a steel sleeve to integrate into bushing? More work?
- Review limits and fits (ISO), CAD naming scheme
- Future of Automotive Body & Chassis, Steering, Suspension & Braking seminar, ~45 minute digital meeting
