Electrical
The electrical sub team is responsible for the design and execution of the vehicle’s electrical systems, including the ECU, wire harness, safety systems, and data acquisition.
Nate Ho
Electrial Lead
Working with DFR has been my most enjoyable way in building experience while exploring the different technologies that are available to me as a potential career path. The amount of exposure and knowledge I received over the years is invaluable. I am looking forward to sharing these experiences with future members and see the fruit of their work on a functional formula race car!
Contact Me
Email: nate.ho@utdallas.edu
Projects
Wire harness
Using the PE3 ECU for the custom wiring harness
Working with mechanical relays, fuses, logics and other sensors to ensure that the harness can make the car run
PCB
Custom PCB are used to allow for the embedded system to come in a better package. It allows for professional packing and waterproof connector
EV
This is a brand new division within the team that leading the team in transitioning the team from internal combustion to electric.
Skills
KiCad
STM32 Cube
Communication
Time management
The all projects regardless if you are working on the gasoline or electric car, we don’t required you to have the knowledge. What we look for is dedication and communication within the team. For both sides of the team you will be spending a lot of time looking of part data sheets, ruling basic calculation. Communication is a very critical part of the team espically in EV car development since this is a frontier for everyone involved
New Members
Members aren’t required to have any outside knowledge. I was intimidated by the electrical team due to all the parts that were involved. However, we want members who are willing to learn and stick with the team. Our goal is to make sure that each dedicated member is confident in taking on projects and leading members within the team.