Powertrain
Meetings: Thursdays @ 6 PM
Our powertrain team deals with the engine and all supporting systems to get that power to the wheels, ending at the outer axle bearings. We are responsible for getting as much power out of a sub-700cc engine as necessary, using tools as an engine dynamometer, flow benches, along with wheel dynamometer to analyze and improve our package. The engine and drivetrain are the heart of the racecar. Through our work on the team, it is important to understand the power that a small spark can have when in the perfect environment. Our goal on the powertrain is to provide that perfect environment so that every spark achieves its maximum potential and has the greatest impact- both figuratively on the team and literally within the engine. Bridging the gap between the textbook and the track is one of the most challenging aspects of engineering; we chase it steadily, one lap at a time.
headshot of lead
Apurva Betgar
Email: apurva.betgar@utdallas.edu
Powertrain Co-Lead
The engine and drivetrain are the heart of the racecar. Through our work on the team, it is important to understand the power that a small spark can have when in the perfect environment. My goal on the powertrain is to provide that perfect environment so that every spark achieves its maximum potential and has the greatest impact- both figuratively on the team and literally within the engine. Bridging the gap between the textbook and the track is one of the most challenging aspects of engineering; we chase it steadily, one lap at a time.

SKILLS

Being a member of Powertrain, you can learn concepts taught in senior-level engineering courses and industry including but not limited to the following: Solidworks/ CAD (Computer Aided Design), FEA (Finite Element Analysis), DFMEA (Design Failure Mode Effects Analysis) ,CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics), heat transfer, problem solving and critical thinking, and collaboration

NEW MEMBERS

New members can expect to learn how to design a well-engineered part, engine tuning, rebuilding an engine, working with sponsors and so much more. The number one quality of a new member is motivation and being eager to learn. We would much rather work with someone who does not know anything about cars but is willing to learn, than someone that thinks they know everything. FSAE is a lot more work than your average organization, so those that continue to stick with it and always looking for ways to improve are the ones that stand out.