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SLIDE 2 REPRESENTING THE UNIVERSITY OF JOHANNESBURG AT THE SHELL ECO-MARATHON
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CONTENTS
01 The Shell Eco-marathon 02 Introduction 03 Technical Aspects 04 Technical Budget 05 Sponsorships 06 Multi-Disciplinary Team 07 Off Track Awards 08 Exposure for UJ 09 Conclusion
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THE SHELL ECO-MARATHON
International event invented by shell scientists 30 years ago. Multi-Continental event, attracting approximately 40 000 spectators Challenges young scientists and engineers to innovate and design for a better future. An opportunity for students to become directly involved with the corporate environment.
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INTRODUCTION
What is BMW Eco Pro Team The managerial structure of the team Melissa Mclennan – Technical Manager Muhammad Moolla – Project Manager Nabeel Abdool – Financial Manager Aim with regard to final position
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TECHNICAL ASPECTS
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List drawn up from the Official Shell Rules for 2016
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DRIVER STEERING BRAKES FR WHEEL1 FR WHEEL2 BCK WHEEL
CONTROLLER
EXTERNAL EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN INTERNAL EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN JOULEMETE R BATTERY & BMS DEAD MAN SAFETY SWITCH TELEMETRY SYSTEM
System Diagram
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RIMS Strength Weight NUBS Rolling Resistance Weight TYRE Rolling Resistance Thread Per Inch (TPI) Weight
Wheel System
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Wheel System Aerodynamic analysis (Computational Fluid Dynamics)
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Brake System Two independent command systems: One for the front wheels (dual system) One for the back wheel
DISC ROTAR Strength Weight
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TECHNICAL ASPECTS
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Motors Hub Motors Chain Drive Motors
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TECHNICAL ASPECTS
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Technical Aspects & Race Strategy CFD analysis: The effect of the track (turns, inclines) and weather conditions The effect of other vehicles in the near vicinity The effect when overtaking Race strategy & simulations: Driver experience Most efficient route Assistance from professionals in the field
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TECHNICAL BUDGET
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SPONSORSHIPS
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Approach to sponsors Letter and E-mail Presentations Confirmed and inclined sponsors Corporate and private organisations Distribution of funds Service rendering from KPMG
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SPONSORSHIPS
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Categorisation of Sponsorships
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MULTI-DISCIPLINARY TEAM
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Represents the entire University of Johannesburg. Opportunity for students of various faculties to apply their knowledge. Creates a stronger team as the different aspects of the projects demands different expertise.
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OFF TRACK AWARDS
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Safety Communication Innovation Vehicle design Technical design
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The university gains positive public marketing and exposure through various media sources such as:
- Radio Stations
- Newspaper and Magazine articles
- Television interviews
The university may build relationships with several national and multi-national industries:
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CONCLUSION
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Goals and aims for the team Represent UJ on a professional level and promote young engineering in South Africa. First South African team to participate. Impact the Shell Eco Marathon Africa by making the challenge more known to competitors. Extensive research and planning. BMW Eco Pro Team has covered weaknesses by attaining expertise.
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QUESTIONS?