entry class - 11 to 14

The ideal starting point for students hoping to progress through the classes of the competition, Entry Class provides the perfect learning foundation

What's involved

To get started, purchase an STEM Racing Entry/Development Class Starter Kit, available individually or in packs of five. This contains wheels, axles, and model blocks.

DESIGN: Providing a brilliant introduction to basic CAD skills, teams can use the intuitive Autodesk Fusion 360 - provided free to all students - to 
design their car’s body and wings. 

ANALYSE: Introducing CFD software, students receive free access to Ansys products and learning resources, which enable them to explore the use of data analysis for design optimisation. 

MAKE: With three manufacturing options allowed, teams can choose to hand carve, 3D print, or CNC machine their car body!

TEST: Virtual tests can be ran using Ansys CFD software, assessing the impact of different air flows, and more. But the best test is on the track!

RACE: At competition, cars are raced on a 20-metre elevated racetrack, powered by 8 gram cannisters of compressed air.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT: A guide is provided to all students for independent learning.

the requirements

When competing in an STEM RACING event, teams will be assessed on:

DESIGN & ENGINEERING PORTFOLIO: A five-page document which discusses a number of elements, including initial ideas and inclusion of 3D sketches. 

VERBAL PRESENTATION: Lasting five minutes, this should include a number of key areas, including learning experiences and evidence of collaboration. 

SCRUTINEERING: The technical regulations provide students with a range of challenges relating to dimensions, weight, size, and compliance with a ‘no go’ area.

RESARCH MISSION: At the event, teams are given a challenge which encourages research and reflection.