Dimensionamento e seleção de componentes de um sistema de freio para um veículo tipo Fórmula SAE através de técnicas de projeto

Abstract

A brake system must be designed to provide performance, safety and reliability. To achieve this, the system needs to be sized based on the specific conditions, characteristics and intend to use of the vehicle that is applied. The main goal of this study is to size the brakes for the UTFast F-SAE Racing prototype applying the methodology demonstrated by Seward (2015) and to select a master cylinder and caliper available on the market through a decision matrix, aiming to reduce weight and cost compared to the previous team’s prototype while it meets all technical requirements. As a result, a set of caliper and master cylinder that met all the requirements were selected. The study describes a clear and detailed methodology that can be applied to future projects and highlights the need for further validations and testing.