The First Car 2012
Formula
Student at UiS 
Department
of Mechanical & Structural Engineering and Material Technology
Kick-off briefing, April 2011
Prototype display (L), June 2012 Test drive at Ullandhaug (R), June 2012
Finally at Silverstone, July 2012
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Use achieved knowledge and further develop skill and expertise in solving engineering problems
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Learn a good design process - including product idea generation to product development, 3D modeling, production, simulation and product cost calculation
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Learn how mechanical components function in a mechanical system
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Learn the influence of design choices (shape size and material) on performance of a mechanical system
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Show that the field of mechanical engineering is a core discipline where innovative solutions are developed and realized
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Stimulate student recruitment (more and clever) for mechanical engineering education (UiS)
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Stimulate and strengthen industry - university cooperation through sponsorship agreements
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Stimulate competition driven learning (Learn to win)
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Develop experience in team work and project execution
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