Composite Design Engineering in Formula 1
About this Course
Composite Design Engineering in Formula 1
This course includes
Composite parts can be found right the way through a Formula 1 Race Car – whether that be a safety feature, a performance feature, or somewhere in between. Without Composites, the cars we see today would not be able to deliver anywhere close to the levels of performance, all the while providing an astonishing level of robustness.
This course provides valuable insight into the role of a Composite Design Engineer within F1, exploring the responsibilities and key considerations for the development of a world-class Race Car.
In this course, you will be able to learn about the fundamentals of Composites and Composite Design, the parts of the job that are not so openly discussed, the day-to-day responsibilities and operation within an F1 team, along with invaluable tips on how to become a Composite Design Engineer.
On top of this, you will also have a great opportunity to receive industry-level guidance when getting hands-on with Modelling a Component, Mould and Pattern using industry-leading CAD package CATIA. Upon successful course completion, each student will receive an official Motorsport Engineer certificate. All students are free to interact with the instructor and benefit from industry networking opportunities, professional recommendations and advice.
Duration & Difficulty
- 65 Lessons
- Advanced Difficulty
- Introduction to Composites in Motorsport
- Composite Design Engineer: The Role
- Composite Design Engineer: The Job
- Composite Parts
- Laminates
- CAD Modelling
- How to become a Composite Design Engineer
- Final Assignment (Premium version)
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Become familiar with Composite Design and the requirements of the role
- Demonstrate an advanced level of understanding of Composites and the associated operations deployed during the development process
- Clearly differentiate between Sponsorship and Partnership and how this has evolved in Formula One over time.
- Design multiple Composite features in alignment with industry protocol
- Become conversant with the unique aspects of Composite Design specific to Formula 1
You are a student or professional with interest in Composite Design Engineering.
You are a motorsport professional and want to learn about the specific operations, methods, and tasks of a Composite Design Engineer in F1.
You want to start a career in Composite Design.
Vehicle Dynamics Simulation and Modelling course involves the use of industry-leading Matlab and Simulink.
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Your Course Instructor
Pablo Romero
- Formula 1 Composite Design Engineer
Course curriculum
Javi tells us about his course
A conversation with Javier Sistiaga (full version)
Introduction
Vehicle Dynamics Basics
Review of Physics Principles
MATLAB/Simulink
Module Summary
How do tyres work? Introduction
How do tyres work? Lateral dynamics
How do tyres work? Longitudinal dynamics
How do tyres work? Combined forces
Tyre modelling: Linear tyre model
Tyre modelling: Pacejka tyre model
Tyre modelling: Other tyre models
Tyre characterization
Magic Formula in MATLAB/Simulink
Module Summary
Introduction
Low speed cornering
The bicycle model
MATLAB/Simulink modelling
Steady state response: Understeer and Oversteer
Steady state response: Critical and Characteristic speed
Steady state reponse: Neutral Steer point
Transient reponse
Transient response: Step response
Transient response: Frequency response
Module Summary
Introduction
Braking performance. Equations of motion
Braking performance. Load transfer
Braking performance. Maximum deceleration
Braking performance. Brake balance
Braking performance. Brake model
Braking performance. MATLAB/Simulink modelling
Driving performance. Equations of motion
Driving performance. Load transfer
Driving performance. Powertrain model
Driving performance. MATLAB/Simulink modelling
Module Summary
Introduction
Suspension role
Sprung and unsprung mass
Suspension components. Springs
Suspension components. Dampers
Suspension components. Installation ratio
Suspension components. Other components
Module Summary
Introduction
The power of isolation
Quarter car model: Equations of motion
Quarter car model: Natural frequency and damping ratio
Quarter car model: MATLAB/Simulink modelling
4-DOF model: Equations of motion
4-DOF model: Ride frequency ratio
4-DOF model: MATLAB/Simulink modelling
Out of plane model: Roll centre and load transfer
Out of plane model: Equations of motion
Out of plane model: Equations of motion summary
Module Summary
Module Introduction
Introduction
Parametric models
Multi-body software
Vehicle development
Module Summary
Lifetime access
€199.95
Access Duration: Lifetime ⓘ
Duration for which video lessons, downloadables, quizzes and assignments will be made available from the time of enrolment.
Mode of Delivery: Online ⓘ
Lessons are managed by experienced course leaders leveraging online means.
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Certification ⓘ
A certificate will be awarded upon course completion so you can share your achievement with your network.
Interact with instructor ⓘ
Network with motorsport engineering professionals and receive the advice you are looking for.
Assignment ⓘ
Impress your course leaders by excelling at the challenges they present to you.
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1. Complete the Introductory Course available for free in our platform. It will give you a general idea of the motorsport industry.
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