“Design and Construction of the Aristotle Racing Team (A.R.T.) Formula Single-Seat Racing Car“
Academic Year 2010-2011
Research Project for the Design and Construction of the Aristotle Racing Team (A.R.T.) Formula Single-Seat Racing Car
Member of the Aristotle Racing Teams [A.R.T.]
Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Special Account for Research Funds (Ε.Λ.Κ.Ε., Program Code: 87242)
Scientific Coordinator: Dr. Giorgos Liamadis, Assistant Professor of Industrial Design Laboratory, Department of Visual and Applied Arts, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece
Design and Construction of the Aristotle Racing Team (A.R.T.) Formula Single-Seat Racing Car
In 2009, the Industrial Design Laboratory of the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki embarked on a project to design and construct a single-seat racing car for Formula Student competitions. The project was a collaborative effort between the Industrial Design Laboratory, the Department of Mechanical Engineering, and the Aristotle Racing Team (A.R.T.).
The goal of the project was to create a car that was not only competitive but also aesthetically pleasing and functional. The team faced several challenges, including the need to design a car that was lightweight, aerodynamic, and powerful while also being within the strict cost and weight restrictions of the Formula Student competition.
The team overcame these challenges and successfully designed and constructed a car that was competitive in the Formula Student Silverstone England and Formula SAE ATA Italy competitions between 2009 and 2011. The car achieved a total of seven distinctions, including 8th Overall, 6th Cost Analysis, 5th Acceleration, Acceleration Run of Winners, Design Winners, 2nd Overall (Class 3), and Most Friendly Team.
The Aristotle University Formula Single-Seat Racing Car project was a significant achievement for the Industrial Design Laboratory and the Aristotle Racing Team. It demonstrated the ability of the university to collaborate across disciplines to create innovative and competitive products. The project also raised the profile of the university and its engineering programs.
Research Team Role
Dimitris Agathopoulos played a pivotal role in developing the winning design proposal, which was selected among various submissions from the Departments of Visual and Applied Arts and Mechanical Engineering at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. His responsibilities encompassed a range of tasks, including 2D and 3D product design, prototyping and modeling, and product rendering and visualization.
Process
Design of the shell of the car: The Industrial Design Laboratory was responsible for the design of the shell of the car, which needed to be both lightweight and aerodynamic. The team used computational fluid dynamics (CFD) software to optimize the car's shape and used advanced materials to keep the weight down.
Prototyping and model making: The team also developed prototypes and models of the car using 3D printing and other rapid prototyping techniques. This allowed the team to test different designs and make changes before the final car was built.
Product rendering and visualization: The Industrial Design Laboratory also created product renderings and visualizations of the car, which were used to market the car and attract sponsors.
Formula Student Silverstone England / Formula SAE ATA Italy (2009-2011) - 7 International Distinctions
Achieved a total of seven distinctions in the Formula Student Silverstone England and Formula SAE ATA Italy competitions between 2009 and 2011.
Listed in order:
8th Overall
6th Cost Analysis
5th Acceleration
Acceleration Run of Winners
Design Winners
2nd Overall (Class 3)
Most Friendly Team
(Creative Team of Industrial Design Laboratory in collaboration with the Department of Mechanical Engineering of the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki)
Participated as a designer of the shell of the single-seater racing car that represented the Aristotle Racing Team (A.R.T.) in the Formula Student competitions.
Dimitris Agathopoulos awarded with excellence by the Rectorate of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki for the ART formula design.
Related links:
https://aristotleracing.gr/teams-2010-2011/
https://aristotleracing.gr/achievements/
Project Duration
The research project was conducted during the 2010-2011 academic year.
