Formula SAE
The goal of Formula SAE is to take the Engineering curriculum and apply it to a real-world industrial problem by building a prototype race car for a fictional single entry series. Student’s cars are not only judged based on their performance, but also the Engineering decisions the students have made in their design, weighing performance versus cost and reliability. Formula SAE challenges students to design a car that is quick, reliable, fuel efficient, and cost effective.
Blue Hen Racing
Blue Hen Racing, is a student-run organization focused on aspects of performance vehicle development. Such focus allows for us to work on engineering design, business, marketing, fabrication, and testing. Our Senior Design is divided into different subsystems, such as powertrain, chassis, aerodynamics, and vehicle dynamics, allowing each subsystem to have focused design improvements and each team to have their own expertise.
At the University of Delaware, students are encouraged to join the team as Freshmen and build their knowledge of auto mechanics, fabrication, and design. No prior knowledge or skill is necessary, as Delaware’s SAE team is structured to teach students everything they need to know to build a race car.
Each one of the subteams designs the necessary components of the vehicle and ensures it is within compliance with the SAE international regulations. Each year, we continue to improve on the car from the previous year, and aim for efficient, effective, and cost-conscious designs.