Building SPEED

Content Modules

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.

Coming Soon

12. 20. 2009: An article on materials science and NASCAR from the MRS Bulletin
08. 04. 2009: The 'Change Password' function works -- finally!
04. 27. 2009: A new Module about gears and a Race Gear module about transmissions have been posted.
04. 14. 2009: A new Crew Chief Note added about Power and Torque and a new Race Gear module Comparing Engines
04. 03. 2009: New NASCAR videos for teaching are now available at www.science360.gov. Look for The Science of Speed series.
04. 02. 2009: See a new announcement about teaching with NASCAR via NASCAR Now.
03. 27. 2009: Teachers - if you experience any problems with registration, please drop a note to admin(at)buildingspeed.org for assistance.
03. 15. 2009: Launch of the new site!