Designing the in-hub planetary gearbox and upright assembly for Michigan FSAE's MR27 competition car.
[ Overview placeholder — 2-3 paragraphs combining context and the design problem. Describe what MR27's gearbox is, why it matters to the car, and what's different from MR26. Cover the constraints you're designing within (packaging, weight, manufacturing, season timeline) and what makes the problem interesting. End with one sentence on your role and contribution. ]
[ Continue with relevant context that frames the rest of the page — competition format, the drivetrain subteam structure, integration with the rest of the car. ]
[ A specific, technical constraint that defines the design problem. Example: "Maximum diametric envelope of 165mm, weight target of 2.2kg per corner, peak torque output of 220Nm at 18,000 RPM input." ]
[ Your high-level methodology. Did you start with reference benchmarks, existing gearbox topologies, or first-principles calculations? Describe in 2-3 paragraphs. ]
[ Be specific about what YOU did vs. what the team did. Most important section for recruiters. ]
[ Get technical here. Walk through the calculations, trade-offs, iterations. Use specific numbers. Cover gear macro geometry, strength verification (bending, contact), bearing life, lubrication, thermal considerations. ]
[ Continue with specifics. This is where engineering depth shows. ]
[ What does success look like for this project? Use future tense — "the gearbox will run on the MR27 chassis at competition in summer 2027" / "I will validate the FEA results with bench torsion tests before March" / etc. List the engineering targets, integration milestones, and timeline. ]
[ Continue with concrete short-term and long-term goals. Recruiters reading this want to see that you have a structured plan, not just an aspiration. Mention what would have to happen for the project to be considered a success at competition. ]