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Accelerating innovation: UCT’s Formula Student Africa racing team launched
06 August 2024 | Video Production Team Ruairi Abrahams, Boikhutso Ntsoko and Nomfundo Xolo. Photo Ruairi Abrahams.On Tuesday, 30 July 2024, the University of Cape Town’s Electrical and Mechanical Engineering students launched the Formula Student Africa UCT racing team (FSA UCT). The team aims to design and build a single-seater electric formula car for the prestigious Formula Student (FS) competition in 2026. The team comprises a dedicated group of undergraduate and Master's students, all driven by a shared passion for innovation and sustainability in automotive engineering.
With hopes of inspiring a new generation of engineers and secure the necessary resources to win the competition, the team is committed to integrating cutting-edge electrical technologies to enhance the car’s efficiency and performance. Key features include a high-powered density motor, a lithium phosphate battery with a built-in Battery Management System (BMS), and a diffuser to optimise speed.
For more information: Formula Student Africa Team | Electrical Engineering
Or contact Team Principal: Aadil Eyasim
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