2015 UTSA Formula SAE Powertrain System

Overview
With limited budget constraints for the 2015 UTSA FSAE car, the goal of the powertrain system was to create a reliable starting system, good fuel and ignition mapping, and a cooling system to keep the engine in thermal equilibrium during events.
Personal Role
I began working with UTSA FSAE by helping assist with basic fastening, engine diagnostic and repair, and general tasks. I began designing the Intake Manifold at this time although due to budget constraints, we were not able to proceed with manufacturing. I became the primary engine control unit tuner and focused on creating a reliable start sequence and idle. I collected recorded data logs from driving the car and tuned for the ideal air-fuel ratio (12.8:1). I was one of two drivers to drive at competition and was the first driver in UTSA FSAE history to finish the endurance race. Our team finished 17th overall out of 80 universities.

Top — Picture after I finished driving the endurance portion at competition. Bottom Left — Team picture in Lincoln, Nebraska at competition.
Bottom Right — Driving 2015 car at an autocross in Arlington, Texas.