Formula UBC News
Formula UBC New Member Grand Meeting
Oct 22, 2009
It's that time of year again! The New Member Grand Meeting is coming up fast, on October 28, 2009. Come out at 7:00pm to CEME 1202, and get and opportunity to see what the different parts of Formula UBC are all about. There will be presentations from the Group Leaders, a chance to ask questions, as well as the details of the New Member Assignment. This meeting will contain lots of important information, so be sure to mark it down!
Langley Good Times Cruise-In
Sept 16, 2009
Thanks to everyone who stopped by! Perfect weather coupled with a great collection of cars made another excellent event for Formula UBC. Watch the gallery for pictures from this event, and many others.
New Member Drive
Sept 10, 2009
Formula UBC's member list will soon be growing! After the orientation days at UBC in the first weeks of the new year, over 90 names were added to the list! For those that signed up, check your email, as important information will be sent out soon. Also, watch for the Formula UBC presentation at the upcoming ESTC Open House, and come check out the car!
New Sponsor
Feb 6, 2009
Formula UBC is pleased to welcome Futek Advanced Sensor Technology Inc. to the team as a GOLD sponsor. Futek is sponsoring the team with 4 load cells which will initially be used for corner weighting, frame torsional stiffness measurement, and aerodynamic lift and drag testing. Thank you Futek!
New Honda Engine
January 6, 2009
Formula UBC has switched to a new type of engine this year, a Honda CBR600RR. This new engine is smaller and lighter than our previous engine, allowing us to increase our power to weight ratio as well as overall performace of the car.
New Members Booklet Online
Oct 24, 2008
New members, you are now able to download the new memberbooklet and start working on your project! Please see the new member page for details.
New Members Introduction Meeting
Oct 18, 2008
Formula UBC will be hosting an new members introduction meeting on Thursday Oct 23, 2008 in CEME 1202 at 6:00pm to 7:30pm. Please go to: www.formulaubc.com/newmembers for further informaion.
If you are interested in joining the team or just wondering what we are all about, please join us for the introduction meeting meeting. Group leaders from our core subgroups of
suspension, controls, chassis, drivetrain, engine, aerodynamics and electronics will be presenting. We will be giving you information on how to join the team and become a member during the meeting as well.
After the presentation we will bring our car out so you can take a look at it and ask group leaders any questions. We hope to see you on Thursday Oct 23!
Competition Results
Sept 27, 2008
Formula UBC has returned from the 2008 California competition, finishing 30th place out of 82 registered teams. We are extremely pleased with our results, having moved up several spots from the previous year. Mechanical problems and a small fire stopped us from gaining more dynamic points, which we could have placed in the top 15. Please read about the details in our 2008 Summer Press Release
New members, do not worry as we have not had new member meeting yet! We are currently planning our 2009 timeline and when to best organize our new members introduction meeting. Please be patient as we will send an email to everyone who has signed up and post further information on our website.
2008 Vancouver International Autoshow
April 22, 2008
Formula UBC attended the Vancouver International Autoshow at BC Place stadium from March 29th to April 6th where car enthusiast were able to look at our 2007 and have a view of this years car. This was the first time Formula UBC brought two cars to this event and the general public took a keen interest in comparing last years model to this years. Thank you for everyone who dropped by and ask us questions! Please visit our gallery as we have added some pictures from this event.
Winter 2008 Press Release
February 25, 2008
This is truly an exciting time where the car is starting to take shape at phenomenal rate! Everyone on the team is working extremely hard to finish the manufacturing stage and to start assembly. Our latest press release is available for download, which you can find out more information what we have been up to.
Solidworks Download Now Available
October 22, 2007
The Solidworks trial version is now available for download. Please refer to the new members page (www.formulubc.com/newmembers) for further details. The new members project deadline has also been extended to Monday November 5, 2007.
New Member Orientation
October 17, 2007
Thanks to everyone who was able join us for the new members orientation today! We are very pleased with the turnout of new members for our presentation and the questions asked at the QA session afterwards.
As discussed in the orientation, please go to www.formulubc.com/newmembers to download the new members booklet. In there you will find the new members project assignment, which is due October 31, 2007
Sponsorship Night
Sept 19, 2007
A sponsorship night was set up for sponsors of Formula UBC and other UBC teams to have an opportunity to view the car and talk with the team.
Langley Cruise-in
Sept 10, 2007
Formula UBC attended this weekend community event where hundreds of car enthusiasts mingled and oogled at the hundreds of restored cars.
MECH2 BBQ!
August 31, 2007
The 2007 car was showcased at the UBC MECH2 BBQ on Monday August 27, 2007. Newly enlisted Mechanical Engineering students viewed the car up close and asked insightful questions to senior team members. Formula UBC members had a sign up sheet for new member where we got an overwhelming amount of applicants! Thank you for all who have applied to Formula UBC. You can still apply by clicking the link on the right side of the page.
SAE West Competition
June 20, 2007
The 2007 Formula SAE West competition took place from June 13 to 16 at the California Speedway in Fontana California. After an uneventful drive to California in comparison to last year, the Formula UBC arrived at the California Speedway rested and ready to compete.
Thank you to all of our sponsors and supporters who contributed to the completion of a race car for the 2007 competition. This project would never be possible without your continued support.
Summer 2007 Press Release (pdf)
Formula UBC on Discovery Channel
April 24, 2007
Discovery Channel will be featuring Formula UBC on Daily Planet tonight at 8:00 pm. Please click here to watch the segment over the internet.
Formula UBC at the 2007 BC Auto Show
March 31 to April 8, 2007
We will be having our 2006 entry on display at the Pacific International Auto Show taking place at BC Place from March 31 to April 8. The show runs from March 31st until April 9th. We encourage you to come by and ask questions!
11th Annual E-Fest
February 24, 2007
E-Fest is a one-day event put on by engineering and geoscientist professionals. It takes place during NationalEngineering and Geoscience Week, and its a great opportunity for Professionals, firms and people in our community to learn about other engineering firms and projects. E-Fest is held in the Vancouver Public Library promenade. Last year E-fest attracted over 7000 visiotrs. Fomrula UBC displayed the 2006 car in the 11 annual E-fest event. Team members were ? by questions and enthusiasim of the visitors for the Formula UBC project.
Discovery Channel Filming
Feb 10-11, 2007
Discovery Channel Canada will be featuring Formula UBC on their science and technology based show Daily Planet. This spot will mainly showcase the CAM procedure of our 2007 body as well as the testing of the 2006 car. Day 1 of filming took place at our CNC sponsor�s site: Shur-Fit Products Ltd. Our testing track at Boundary Bay served as the filming location for Day 2. The airing date should be towards the end of March. Stay tuned for more details!
Car Testing
January 16, 2007
After a long few months filled with snow, the Formula UBC team took the 2006 car for some testing and driver training. New drivers got valuable experience autocrossing the car at the Boundary Bay testing facility. The test went as planned and team members got the opportunity to observe and analyze the performance of the car and to discuss the areas for improvement on the 2007 car.
Testing the 2007 Engine
January 15, 2007
Formula UBC spent significant time over the Christmas break rebuilding and dyno-tuning the engine from the 2006 racecar. The engine has been reinstalled and the team has plans to begin some testing of the 2006 racecar and driver training in February.
Happy New Year!
December 20, 2006
Formula UBC would like to wish all of our Sponsors and Supporters a wonderful Holiday Season and a prosperous New Year!
First day of work for 2007 New members
November12, 2006
Interested students have completed the new member procedure and our now beginning to get directly involved with the senior members of Formula UBC. 35 students completed the 1st project and attended the interviews held at the beginning of this month. Both the team and the new members are excited for the year ahead!
2007 New Members Information Session
October 1, 2006
Formula UBC is pleased to announce that the Information session held last month was very successful, and as a result the team has attained over 80 New Member. Interviews will occur later this month to ensure new members are in groups of their interest and that work will continue as efficiently as possible in the future.
UBC Club days event
September 15, 2006
Formula UBC will have their 2006 racecar on display at the UBC Sports Car Club Booth at UBC Club Days on Friday September 22.
2007 New Members Information Session
September 10, 2006
All interested students are encouraged to attend our 2006 New Member Information Session. This event will be held on September 21st at 5:00pm in CEME 1202.
Langley Cruise-in Event
September 9, 2006
Formula UBC participated in the Langley cruise-in event with over 100,000 spectators to show case the project. The Langley Cruise-in Event has become one of the largest mixed car shows in Canada and one of the Top 10 in North America during the past few years. The event is quickly gaining an International reputation, drawing cars and spectators from across Canada and the United States.
Imagine UBC Event
September6, 2006
Formula UBC participated in the Imagine UBC Event to expose the project to engineering professionals and over 35,000 students from a broad spectrum of interests. This event is one of the largest UBC events which is designed to enhance the knowledge of students, professionals and staffs about UBC projects and organizations
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