Monocoque Design

Looking at the lesson you need to research monocoque race car design. Look at the work of Colin Chapman from the 1960's as he was the father of the design revolution which overtook formula 1 design.

BTEC

Produce a list of components  you think you will need to do in order to build the car.  Look at techniques for its construction. Welding machining GRP etc.

Cambridge Uni solar car.

Try this as an idea for getting your ideas flowing .

http://www.cam.ac.uk/research/news/new-and-under-the-sun