NEW! Race Engine Calibration for Optimal Performance Seminar
When: May 22, 2006 - in conjunction with Formula SAE
Where: Troy, Michigan, USA
Instructor: Ronald D. Matthews
http://www.sae.org/servlets/newsletter?LINK=FSAESTEMLa002&PID=8024784

The engine control module (ECM, or on-board computer) is the tool used to control the fuel injection rate, fuel injection timing, ignition timing, rate of exhaust gas recirculation (EGR), and other functions. The task of "programming" the ECM is much easier for a race engine than for a production engine because the calibration engineer does not need to be concerned about emissions: EGR, keeping the exhaust catalyst "happy", etc.

This course provides a practical introduction to ECMs, including the uses for the various sensors. It also covers the specific methods used to incorporate the various sensor signals into the ECM's control systems for the fuel injection rate, fuel injection timing, and ignition timing. Background information will include an understanding of the desired air/fuel ratio and optimum ignition timing. While examples are tailored around the application of the ECM to Formula SAE race engines, this course is useful for improving any engineer's understanding of the functions of the ECM for other types of race engines as well as production engines.
http://www.sae.org/servlets/newsletter?LINK=FSAESTEMLa004&PID=8024784

Anyone interested in engine calibration/programming the on-board computer, especially for race engines. At a minimum, classification as at least a junior in a curriculum leading to a BS degree in engineering or experience in engine development is necessary background for taking this course.

To register for this event click below, or for more information contact SAE Customer Service at 1-877-606-7323, or CustomerService@sae.org
http://www.sae.org/servlets/newsletter?LINK=FSAESTEMLa006&PID=8024784

I.D.# C0602; Fees: $685; SAE Members: $595; **Special Student Rate: $195**; .65 CEUs


NEW! Fundamentals of Aerodynamics Applied to Race Cars Seminar
When: May 22, 2006 - in conjunction with Formula SAE
Where: Troy, Michigan, USA
OR
When: June 18, 2006 - in conjunction with Formula SAE West
Where: Ontario, California, USA
Instructor: Paul T. Glessner
http://www.sae.org/servlets/newsletter?LINK=FSAESTEMLa008&PID=8024784

For racers and enthusiasts seeking to refine their competitive edge, understanding the powers of airflow can provide tremendous styling, performance and safety advantages. This seminar provides a basic foundation in vehicle aerodynamics as it applies to racing or performance vehicles. The powers of lift and drag are emphasized, particularly the drag coefficient. These are illustrated through wing lift and drag curves, basic equations and principles, various forms of drag making up overall drag, and atmospheric charts. Also covered are wind tunnel designs, mass flow rates and Reynolds number (Re) for wind tunnel model testing, inlet/radiator/cooling design insight, computational fluid dynamics (CFD), coast down testing, and many "do's and don'ts" of automotive design.

Concepts are accentuated by several math examples along with numerous pictorial and verbal examples. In addition to a detailed set of learning materials, attendees will receive a copy of the acclaimed textbook, New Directions in Race Car Aerodynamics, Designing for Speed by Joseph Katz.

This seminar is designed for students, race car owners/drivers, racing or performance enthusiasts, and mechanics. No specific technical background is required although a fundamental working knowledge of algebra is helpful.
http://www.sae.org/servlets/newsletter?LINK=FSAESTEMLa011&PID=8024784

To register for this event click below, or for more information contact SAE Customer Service at 1-877-606-7323, or CustomerService@sae.org
http://www.sae.org/servlets/newsletter?LINK=FSAESTEMLa012&PID=8024784

I.D.# C0515; Fees: $685; SAE Members: $595; **Special Student R I.D.# C0515; Fees: $685; SAE Members: $595; **Special Student Rate: $195**; .65 CEUs

Comments from Previous Attendees:
"Good basic understanding of aerodynamic forces on a race car."
Eric Kardell
Fabricator
Orleans Racing

"The instructor knows a great deal about aerodynamics and he is a fantastic teacher."
Joseph F. Arcuri
Chief Engineer
Carolina Motor Controls

Any reaosn SAE sends me 10 post cards a week for these events? Its so annoying!

I wish these seminars were cheaper...i can buy a whole lot of books for that price, and considering most of these seminars are ways for the people to sell thier book, if you dont mind reading, the books can be ordered direct. But it is good as a student to go because its much cheaper. Its a bit tough organizing everything if you travel to MI for fsae, but its worth it if you can work out the logistis.

Hrm...cos they miss you way too much! lol! Btw, I heard Milliken is touring colleges, giving talks to members of SAE. Last I heard, he was at Berkeley.

Oh another seminar.

NEW! Tires and Handling for Racing and High Performance Vehicles Seminar
When: June 18, 2006 - in conjunction with Formula SAE West
Where: Ontario, California, USA
Instructor: Paul Haney
http://www.sae.org/servlets/newsletter?LINK=FSAESTEMLa015&PID=8024784

The pneumatic tire is extremely complex and not well understood. Automotive and race engineers are forced to rely on experience as well as trial and error methods when trying to get the most from their vehicles. Capitalizing on the instructor's 20-year struggle to understand how tires work on a car, this seminar provides a practical applied approach to understanding how a car gets around a corner, rubber friction, tire behavior, and basic vehicle dynamics. While the information presented explains tire technology and vehicle dynamics in general, the seminar uses racing and high performance settings to illustrate the major points.
http://www.sae.org/servlets/newsletter?LINK=FSAESTEMLa016&PID=8024784

Anyone involved with racing and high performance driving as well as engineers involved with tire design, tire testing, or chassis/suspension development. While no technical background is required, attendees are encouraged to have a basic understanding of high-school-level math and physics.

To register for this event click below, or for more information contact SAE Customer Service at 1-877-606-7323, or CustomerService@sae.org
http://www.sae.org/servlets/newsletter?LINK=FSAESTEMLa018&PID=8024784

I.D.# C0517; Fees: $685; SAE Members: $595; **Special Student R I.D.# C0517; Fees: $685; SAE Members: $595; **Special Student Rate: $195**; .65 CEUs

Comments from Previous Attendees:
"Instead of relying on hearsay and less than reliable sources of information, the tire behavior concepts can be clearly explained in one day."
Patrick Drum
Student Engineer
RMIT University

"The instructor has managed to give a useful overview of the very difficult topic of tires in high performance applications."
Kevin John Hayward
Ph.D. Student
University of Western Australia

I went to the Paul Haney Seminar at fsae last year. It was good, but only worth it if you get the student rate of $195, it was not worth the many hundreds of dollars you would normally have to spend unless your employer paid for it. The book is good though, I would highly suggest picking Haney's book up. He's a nice guy, but the biggest problem was his seminar was not very conclusive.

And as far as Milliken, after hearing him complain about getting in and out of our sae car, that was all I had to hear from him :) It was hilarious watching that lanky freak try to get in and out of our car, it was funny. But he's a smart focker (both of them).