RF09

After a largely successful season in 2008, the Ryerson Formula SAE team set their sights on designing a faster, more reliable car for 2009. Due to prominent changes in the rules, innovative design and precise engineering appeared more than ever before. Ryerson University was represented very well in all competitions entered, while being the only North American team to participate in Formula Student UK.

 

Through hard work and determination, the team managed to represent Ryerson commendably in both the US and UK events. Highlights for this year include finishing third in Cost and fourth in Presentation in Formula Student UK, out of 100+ teams participating.

Car Specs

Engine
Type	Yamaha YZF-R6, aluminum block with magnesium casings, normally aspirated inline-4
Valvetrain	DOHC 16 Valve
Displacement	599 cc
Bore & Stroke	67.0 x 42.5 mm
Compression Ratio	14.2:1
HP	82 HP @ 11,000 RPM
Torque	45 lb – ft @ 7,000 RPM
Rev Limit	12,500 RPM
Fuel Delivery	multi-port sequential fuel injection @ 3 bar
Fuel	E-85 Ethanol
Chassis
Layout	Mid engine / Rear drive
Body	Carbon Fibre
Frame	Cro-moly (4130) steel spaceframe with carbon-fibre and aluminum honeycomb paneling
Outboard Systems
Brakes (Front/Rear)	Harrison Billet 4 piston calipers & 220 mm ductile iron rotors fully floating on aluminum centres / Harrison Billet 2 piston calipers & 200 mm ductile iron rotors
Wheels	13×6 – 3 piece modular Kodiak Wheel
Tires (Dry/Wet)	Hoosier R25B 20 x 6 –R13 , 20 x 7 –R13/ Hoosier WET 20 x 6.5 – R13
Steering	Student Designed and Built, aluminum
Turns (lock – lock)	0.66
Suspension
Front	Unequal length double A-arm, pushrod actuated Ohlins TTX25 FSAE 4-way coilover damper(Cane Creek Double Barrel)
Rear	Unequal length double A-arm, pushrod actuated Ohlins TTX25 FSAE 4-way coilover damper(Cane Creek Double Barrel)/td>
Dimensions
Curb Weight	490 lbs
Track (Front/Rear)	50/48
Drivetrain
Transmission	Close Ratio 4-speed (Converted from stock 6-speed)
Shifter	Sequential push-pull type
Electrical
Engine Management	Link G4 Storm
Dash/Data Logging	AIM EVO3 Pro with MyChron Dash