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Lessons learned in engine temperature control through radiator configurations: A formula SAE design

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Conference

2022 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Location

Minneapolis, MN

Publication Date

August 23, 2022

Start Date

June 26, 2022

End Date

June 29, 2022

Conference Session

Energy Conversion and Conservation Technical Session 1: Innovative Approaches to Teaching Energy-Related Concepts

Page Count

9

DOI

10.18260/1-2--41336

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https://strategy.asee.org/41336

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362

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John Mativo University of Georgia

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Jacob Lancaster University of Georgia

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University of Georgia B.S. Mechanical Engineering

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Abstract

Racing cars rely on many systems to be successful in their competitions. One of the most vital systems to any race vehicle is the engine system provides power to the vehicle. When racing an internal combustion engine, the regulation of temperature is critical to its performance. The radiator system plays a critical role in regulating the engine temperature and optimizing its operating temperature is the key to quality performance. This paper presents student efforts to configure a radiator system to be used in a Formula SAE vehicle. Part of the gained experience includes the determination that airflow adjustments across the radiator are a key factor in performance. The process of radiator selection, and the configurations made to improve air follow is presented. The perspectives for students and faculty from a university in the South East USA are presented.

Mativo, J., & Lancaster, J. (2022, August), Lessons learned in engine temperature control through radiator configurations: A formula SAE design Paper presented at 2022 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, Minneapolis, MN. 10.18260/1-2--41336

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