UNMC Solar Car Competition 2015IntroductionThe IEM Student Chapter of University of Nottingham Malaysia Campus (UNMC) is organizing a Solar Car Competition which will be held on the 28th March 2015 at the fountain open space. This event will provide an opportunity for students to learn how to take into account of the idea, budget and design of their respective solar car model and at the same time cultivate team building skills and instilling the concept of Go Green among participants. Furthermore, the design of the solar car will also be judged based on environmental friendly concept (such as using recycled materials for construction of solar car) as in collaboration with UNMC Nature Club. On top of that, this event will also provide a platform for students to exhibit their creativity and fully showcase their talent. The ultimate goal for the team is to have the fastest car or the best designed car as either one will achieve the purpose of the event and will be rewarded.

Objectives To cultivate teamwork and team bonding as everyone must reach the same agreement on various factors before and during the process To provide a platform for students to think out of the box for problem solving Creates awareness towards the environment as the design of the students should comply with the Go Green factor. To maximize the potential of the creativity of the students

Entry The event is opened to all UNMC students. Competition is as a team. Each participating team should consist of 3 members. Registration fee: RM40 (2 members from the UNMC IEM club) RM50 for Non-Members

Awards Champion: RM500 & medals First runner-up: RM300 & medals Second runner-up: RM 120 & medals Best designed car x 3: RM 120*Certificates of will be given to all participants

Expected teams of joiningDue to resources limitations, only the first 30 teams registered (based on a first-come-first-serve basis) will be participant in the event.

How to participate RegistrationParticipants will be asked to design and construct a solar-powered car based on the information provided. Registration form and registration fee must be submitted at the booth. The deadline of the registration is 7th October 2014 (Friday) and the registration will be closed when the slots are full. Only the first 30 teams registered will be invited to participant in the competition.

Pre-competition briefingPre-competition briefing will be held at lecture hall (exact location will be confirmed), 10th November 2014 (Monday). All the participating teams are encouraged to attend pre-competition briefing in order to have a clearer understanding in the rules, car design and other relevant information about the competition.

Best designed carEvery team is required to hand in an A4 size brochure about their designation of car model 3 days before the competition, 3rd February 2015 (Tuesday). Failure to do so will not allow to participate in the best design car competition. 5 best teams will be nominated to the final stage.

The speed competitionThe competition will be held on 28th March 2015 (Saturday). It will take place at UNMC fountain open space and all the participating teams must report by the specified time.

DisclaimerThe organiser reserve the right to change or amend the competitions term at any stage and the decision of the judges are final and not subject to appeal. Once registration has been made, no refunds or exchanges are allowed.

Regulations and specifications 1. Designation of car model1.1. The basic design of the car model consists of 3 parts:a) body design b) chassis c) tyres (maximum consists of 4 units)Chassis

4 tyresSolar Car Body

1.2. The maximum size of car, including any front or rear projections must not exceed 120mm width, 250mm long and 100mm height. 1.3. The car must be powered by solar cell only and the solar cell must be installed on the car. Specifications of solar cell are not restricted.1.4. Solar cells which are able to store energy are prohibited. Only silicon-based solar cells that are commercially available in the market are allowed, other solar cells except silicon-based (such as bergrade space or gallium arsenide) are prohibited.1.5. The cost and construction of car model is the responsibility of each team. UNMC IEM club will not incur any cost to build, transport or any additional cost. Motor will be provided by the organiser (each team will receive one). Only 1 DC type motor can be used in car model. 1.6. The materials for car model are unrestricted. However, it is encouraged to use recycled materials.1.7. Design of motor must include switch for power control (On/Off).1.8. The design concept is based on engineering science and aerodynamic characteristic must be taken into account.1.9. The car must be designed by students themselves. Any team with design that does not meet the requirements will be disqualified. Used of solar car kit is prohibited.1.10. Solar cells cannot be used as a chassis or body building car model.

2. Competition2.1. The speed competition2.1.1 The track will be not more than 150mm width and 12m long. Track will consist of a short distance of ramp. Track will be provided by the organiser.2.1.2. All the car models will be arranged according to their tracks before starting of the competition.2.1.3. Each team has 3 chances to race on the track. Time will be recorded for each race. 2.1.4. The speed competition will base on the shortest time used. 2.1.5. The concept of speed and position of solar cells will be taken into account during judging. The size and weight of model are independent.2.1.6. Additional/other consumption of energy other than sunlight to the car model is not allowed.2.1.7. Maximum usage of energy per model must not exceed more than 1 watts.2.1.8. Number and type of solar cells are independent.2.1.9. Equipment, spare parts, tools and accessories for car construction(such as screw driver, soldering iron, etc.) should be brought by the student as these will not be provided by UNMC IEM club.2.1.10. Each team has to present a brief report/folio of at least 1 A4 sizes page before contesting.2.1.11. Furnishing for the purposed of beauty of the car model will be taken into account.2.2. Best designed car competition2.2.1. Best designed car will be based on creativity and scientific principle. 5 teams will be nominated to the final stage.2.2.2. The teams who nominated to the final stage are required to present their car model design on the day of speed competition. Each team will have a maximum of 8 minutes for presentation.2.3. In the event of any dispute, the decisions of judges will be final and the decision will be made according to fairness and the guiding fairness of the competition.

Judging Method:The scope of judging are as follow:1.1 Each entry in the competition must include a brief statement in English : a . abstractb . objectivesc . innovationd . Scientific theorye . costsf . designg . trial Result

2.2 Part 1 - Design1. All models will be on display for the judge's assessment.2. The panel of judges will evaluate the design based on the reportand interviews at the match venue.3. Points will be awarded based on the interviews, the cooperation between the participants and the design has been produced.

2.3 Part 2 - Speed1. The tracks will be available for racing .2. All cars will be prepared simultaneously according to each track.3. 5M race track is long X 45 cm wide.4. The race will be divided into 4 levels of screening, quarterfinals ,semi-finals and finals .e . 3 car models will be selected in succession and groupedin a group.f . Each group (3 models) will race of 3 laps.g . Time will be recorded for each race .h . The time interval between each race is 3 min .i . Any car models that do not follow the correct current trackthe race will be disqualifiedj . The race will be repeated in the next round withoutparticipation of the relevant car .k . If during the race there was a violation of model cars to other cars ,clocking the car model and the race will be canceled abuseround will be repeated in the next round withoutthe presence of a car breaking.

OTHER COMPETITION RULES1. The competition will be divided into 4 levels of screening , quarterfinals ,semi -finals and finals .2. All models will be judged in two parts, design and speed.3. Judgment design will run first , followed by the judgment of speed.4. Design marks and speed will be mixed to get the 20 car model is best for quarter-final round .5. Only the speed competition will be judged in the quarter- finals.6. 12 fastest car model will be selected to enter the semi-finals .7. 6 fastest car model will be selected for the finals .8. In the Finals , the fastest time will be recorded and rearranged to determine the winner of the championship , runner-up and third .9. The power for all successful design will be tested again before the next stage of the participants in order to avoid making modifications .

OTHER MATTERS1. During the competition, the teachers are not allowed to help .2. If a match is part of the speed can not be executed due to overcast weather or rain , the decision will be determined by the judge .3. The judges' decision is conference .4. Objections to the secretariat or judges will not be entertained

Budget of the eventContentQuantityUnit Cost (RM)Total (RM)

Prizes

Champion1500.00500.00

First Runner-up1300.00300.00

Second Runner-up1120.00120.00

Best Designed3120.00360.00

Medals920.00180.00

Certificates

Champion30.601.80

First Runner-up30.601.80

Second Runner-up30.601.80

Best Designed90.605.40

Participants900.6054.00

Committees100.606.00

Volunteers100.606.00

Marketing

Banners260.00120.00

Poster102.0020.00

Competition Expenses

Materials cost (track, etc.)1200.00200.00

Motor355.00175.00

Tokens of appreciation650.00300.00

Lunch1205.00600.00

Shirt for committee 1020.00200.00

Shirt for Volunteers1020.00200.00

Estimated Expenses3351.80