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This thing weighs - 6/19/18

A project log for RC Formula 1 car

MCL33 Inspired Formula 1 car designed to be the lightest and fasted RC Formula 1 car.

elias-marquezElias Marquez 06/20/2018 at 06:580 Comments

Production of iteration 3 has begun. I am currently testing rigidity and trying to find areas where I can shed weight. I know it's lightweight already but I want to push the limits! I noticed that the internal supports from the body add way more rigidity to the car than I anticipated, I believe I could shed some weight on that. I'm still working on the rear differential, starting to think I need to look at other options. The gear differential I am currently designing is giving me a clearance issues. I am re-considering a ball differential, but I'll decided by Friday with what I want to move forward with. All my prints will still be on my Ultimaker 3 until I think I have a "final" version (there is always room for improvement). I am looking to printing the floor with Carbon Fiber reinforced parts, I think it'll be cool for marketing. Anyways here is a picture of the first iteration alongside iteration 3.  

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