Redesign of a Differential Housing for a Formula Car (FSAE) Magneti Marelli

Format:

Conference/Event

Author/Creator:

Fowler, John G., author.

Conference Name:

Motorsports Engineering Conference & Exposition (1998-11-16 : Dearborn, Michigan, United States)

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource

Place of Publication:

Warrendale, PA SAE International 1998

Summary:

A unique differential assembly was needed for the Lawrence Technological University (LTU) SAE Formula race car. Specifically, a differential was required that had torque sensing capabilities, perfect reliability, high strength, light weight, the ability to withstand inertia and shock loading, a small package, no leaks, the ability to support numerous components. In that regard, an existing differential was selected that had the torque sensing capabilities, but had deficiencies that needed to be fixed.Those deficiencies included the following:The differential was re-engineered for the SAE Formula car to address each of the above deficiencies, and helps better achieve an optimized axle that meets all of the race car objectives. To make use of the selected differential, the internal gearing was removed and placed in an all new multipurpose casing. This new casing is the centerpiece for the lightweight final drive assembly. The differential casing and its positioning have been optimized to reduce part count and improve functionality. This design increases reliability and reduces manufacturing time and cost. Design weight of the differential casing is considerably lighter with a dramatically reduced final package size

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Publisher Number:

983077

Access Restriction:

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