David Paulk and Michael Nunnelly
Started in Texas in 1979
Design, build, test, race
Rules based on Mini Baja competition Engine restriction
Open for creativity, problem solving
Became Formula SAE Included manufacturing plan, cost
International expansion Competitions in 5 continents
Australasia
Brazil
Italy
UK
Germany
Today, nearly 500 teams compete
Organization Faculty Advisor
Support Engineer
Team Captain
Chief Engineers
Powertrain and Chassis
Marketing Director
Section Leaders
Newbies
Schedule Decided by the team after competition
Summer/Early fall – Testing and Design
Late fall/Early spring – Build
Spring/Early Summer – Tune, Drive, Race
Team formed in 1996
Built a new car each year
Competed in Michigan, Virginia, California, Australia
Best Rookie team in 1997
Best finish – 2nd place in 2004
Numerous Top 10 finishes
Cars designed with Solid Edge since 2003
Evolution of 2011 car
First carbon fiber monocoque
80 hp (after 20mm air restriction)
AUFSAE’s most complete 3D model
1.5 lateral g’s
0-60 mph in less than 3.5 sec
First AUFSAE car to compete in Nebraska
Features Used
Blue Surf
Assembly relationships
Xpress Route
Traditional and Synchronous models
PMI (Product Manufacturing Information)
Drafting
Assembling the 2012 AUFSAE Throttle Body
CAD Software experience
Relation to manufacturability
Simple to complex manufacturing processes
Time and project management
Industry experience in a competitive environment