Computer Simulation of Tool Path

This video shows a computer simulation of the tool path that will create the rear suspension support arm. In other words it show all the steps, motion and tools the CNC machine will be using to create the part.

The programming of the tool path was done by Professor Patrick Ferguson at Seneca College (Jane Campus).

Computer Simulation of Tool Path

From removing the polycarbonate sheet from the drying oven to the final stage of the fabrication

Special thanks to Thermoforming Technology Ind.

Coating The Visor (Windshield)

Thin film deposition (coating) of the visor. This video show the visor (windshield) being removed from the vacuum chamber after the process took place.

Special thanks to Vaculayer

Kevin Making a Spacer

A glimpse of behind the scenes. There are an incredible amount of details and attention going into the car. From special tires to very small custom made parts, like the small spacers being made by Kevin for the front lifting arm mounting plates.

Lifting Arm Check

The XOF1 lifting arms serve a dual purpose; it lift the array (upper part of the solar car) during normal and emergency operation to allow the driver to exit the solar car and it also work as an array stand. It can tilt the array towards the sun to facilitate charging. Max Buneta, Kevin Tome and Marcelo da Luz were checking the geometry of the lifting arms prior to installing the mounting brackets and gas springs that will assist the driver to lift the array.