Document Type

Undergraduate Project

Date of Degree Completion

Spring 2024

Degree Name

Bachelor of Science

Department

Engineering Technology

Committee Chair

Charles Pringle, PE or Dr. John Choi

Second Committee Member

Charles Pringle, PE or Dr. John Choi

Third Committee Member

Mr. Chris Berkshire

Abstract

The object of this report is to design, manufacturer, and build an RC Baja Car to compete in the annual ASME RC Baja Competition.

In order to design, manufacture, and build the RC Baja Car, various methods and approaches are utilized throughout to meet the specified criteria of the competition along with the teams’ personal requirements. Initially, after an overall design was acquired, analysis is done to ensure a working device. Analysis such as power requirements to verify the motor will meet ROAR requirements and suffice for the 4wd system utilized in the device. Statics and dynamics analysis are utilized on individual components accounting for the overall weight to ensure the device withstands all forms of testing along with the abuse of the competition. In addition, decision matrices and material research are conducted to certify the best material is chosen for device. Next the manufacturing methods utilized such as, 3D printing for the chassis and differential housing’s along with machining for the drivetrain components are performed in order to assemble/build and test the RC Baja Car.

Testing of the device shows to meet the specified requirements along with competitively competing in the competition. The RC Baja Car is capable of achieving 15 mph in 5 seconds. Each component of the device is able to withstand the torque the car experiences underload when achieving maximum speed off 22.5 mph. The chassis of the RC Baja Car does not deflect more than 5/16 of an inch during testing and standard driving.

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