Building SPEED
The University of Texas at Dallas
Department of Physics
EC36
Richardson, TX 75080
972-883-4631
Updated: 06. 05. 2010
Is ethanol really "better" than gasoline? Here's one criterion for finding out. Links to materials developed with the American Le Mans Series to promote energy awareness and the contributions of motorsports to improving transportation efficiency. Many thanks to the Environmental Protection Agency, the Society of Automotive Engineering and the Department of Energy for their support of Green Racing.
Updated: 3. 30. 2009
Ever wondered how much force it takes to turn? Here's where you calculate the answer.
Updated: 3. 15. 2009
How do crew chiefs choose their pit boxes? Emphasizes data analysis, model building and defending scientific arguments.
Updated: 3. 15. 2009
A hands-on exploration of how to minimize damage to a car in case of a collision with a track wall. Softer is not always better!
Updated: 04. 27. 2009
Ever wonder how the drivers know how fast they are going given that they don't have speedometers in their car? Get geared up to find out.
Updated: 3. 15. 2009
The noise is one of the best parts of attending a race. But don't forget your earplugs.
Updated: 3. 15. 2009
Looks at the energy flow of a car when it stops in terms of conservation of energy.
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