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Chapter: University of California - San Diego

Primary Contact(s): Sean Orellana (Project Lead)

Primary Contact(s) email(s): ucsdsolarcar@gmail.com

Project Type: Energy (Solar/Wind)

Spatial Scope: School/Campus

Majors Represented: Environmental, Mechanical

Years Represented: 1st Year Undergrad, 2nd Year Undergrad, 3rd Year Undergrad, 4th Year Undergrad

Project Description & Impact:

This project aims to teach its members applicable skills that will make them successful engineers in any profession they choose to purse. On the mechanical side we work with power tools, making 3D models, FEA analysis, hands on builds and planning. The electrical side works with solar cells, batteries, schematics, communication technology, and also hands on builds and planning. Both teams are able to work together to learn how both sides work. Once we have the vehicle done we will use it as a basis for the next iteration to better any mistakes and make improvements where possible.

The goal of Triton Solar Car is to build a racing vehicle that is 100% powered by solar energy. Once we have the finished product we plan to apply to compete in solar car races. We have made models for all parts of the vehicle and are in the process of finishing the batteries and working on the schematics for the solar array.

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