Dynamic Load Analysis (DLA) & Impact Attenuator
Task Overview
You need to explore and present how structural health monitoring can be integrated into the chassis
design of a Formula Student Car. You will investigate these concepts, their benefits, and how they can
be applied to enhance the performance and safety of the vehicle.
NOTE: You may use reference materials such as books, research articles, or websites to gather
information for the task, but you must cite all your references. You are required to present your
findings in the form of a PowerPoint presentation or a document. Ensure your presentation is clear,
concise, and well-structured.
Dynamic Load Analysis (DLA)
- Define dynamic load analysis and how it differs from static load analysis.
- Describe the process of analyzing dynamic loads on a chassis, including common methods and
tools used.
- Discuss how dynamic load analysis can be used to predict and manage loads during high-speed
cornering, braking, and acceleration.
- Explain how this analysis can influence chassis design and material selection.
- Describe how to integrate SHM (Structural Health Monitoring) systems with dynamic load analysis
in the chassis design where the stresses are maximum.
- Discuss practical considerations, such as sensor placement, data acquisition, and interpretation.
-Consider a straight tubular pipe of Grade 36 steel having a length of 400mm with a safety factor of
2; Determine the pipe Diameter and Gauge selection under two conditions given below:
1kN at the center of pipe and a torsional load of 15Nm torque.
1.5kN at the center of the pipe and torsional load of 10Nm torque.
-A Formula Student Team is planning to install an impact attenuator. And regulations are that a 280
kg car must be decelerated from 15m/s without exposing the drive to the deceleration of more than
[Link] out the suitable dimension of honeycomb impact attenuator. Below are the given resources
from a book (Race Car Design) for this calculation.
NOTE: You may use diagrams, tables, and charts where applicable to support your analysis.
Cite all references used in your research.
