Team Details
Running Snail Racing Team
| University | Ostbayerische Technische Hochschule Amberg-Weiden (OTH)
DE Amberg OTH short 35 |
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|---|---|---|
| Location | Amberg, Germany | |
| Homepage | https://runningsnail.oth-aw.de/ | |
| EV Team | Running Snail Racing Team | |
| Short Link | tid.fsg.one/38 | |
Team Description
Das Running Snail Racing Team wurde im August 2004 aus den verschiedenen Fachbereichen der Hochschule Amberg gegründet. Der Betreuer ist seit Bestehen Prof. Dr.-Ing. Horst Rönnebeck.
Im Laufe der Zeit stieg die Zahl der Mitglieder auf ca. 30 Personen an. Diese sind in verschiedene Gruppen aufgeteilt - von Motor bis hin zur Public Relation.
Event Profile
Past Events
2012
Info
The Running Snail Racing Team was established in August 2004. Since then, we have participated in several Formula Student events for 8 years. This year we will take part at the Formula Student Events in England, Germany and Hungary. The racing car RS12 – LC4 continues the concept of a Formula Student car by convincing through best dynamic ability as well as a high level of manufacturing quality. The RS12 is based on the results of the tests and competitions of our first seven cars. Our aim was again to reduce the weight, to keep our high quality standards, give the car a good drivability and reach better ergonomics for the drivers.
Car Specifications
General
| Frame Construction | Steel tube space frame with CFRP front monocoque and CFRP seat |
|---|---|
| Material | E235, E355 |
| Overall Length (mm) | 2649 |
| Overall Width (mm) | 1416 |
| Overall Height (mm) | 1135 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1590 |
| Track Front (mm) | 1200 |
| Track Rear (mm) | 1200 |
| Weight Front (kg) | 107 |
| Weight Rear (kg) | 119 |
| Suspension | Double unequal length A-Arm. Pull rod actuated horizontally orientated Oehlins spring/damper units |
| Tyres | 20.5x7-13 R25B Hoosier (front and rear) |
| Wheels | 13 |
| Drive Type | D.I.D 520 rollerchain |
| Differential | Drexler limited slip, lock-up value: 29%-88% |
| Cooling | Single side pod mounted radiator with controlled electic waterpump, fan and coolant-oil heat exchang |
| Brake System | 4-Disk system, self developed rotors with 220 mm diameter, adjustabel brake balance |
| Electronics | Car control unit, multifunctional steering wheel, electric shifting system, data logging |
Powertrain
| Engine | 2011 KTM LC4 690 |
|---|---|
| Bore (mm) | 102 |
| Stroke (mm) | 74.6 |
| Cylinders | 1 |
| Displacement (ccm) | 610 |
| Compression Ratio | 14:1 |
| Fuel System | Student designed / built fuel injection system using Bosch MS4 ECU |
| Fuel | 100 octane petrol (Shell Optimax) |
| Max Power (kW) | 9000 |
| Max Torque (Nm) | 5000 |
2011
Info
The Running Snail Racing Team has participated in several Formula Student events for 7 years. The racing car RS11 continues the concept of a Formula Student car by convincing through best dynamic ability as well as a high level of manufacturing quality. Since the team was established in 2004, it has been attending the Formula Student events in England, Germany, Italy and Hungary. For the first time, the team has challenged the FSAE competition in Michigan this year with great success by winning the “Engineering Excellence Award” and presenting the most economical car at this event. The greatest achievements in history are the winning of the "Lightweight Concept Award", the "Most Innovative Powertrain Award" and becoming the overall champion in FS Hungary 2010. According to these results the main goal for the season 2011 is to keep up the car and team performance at this high level.
Car Specifications
General
| Frame Construction | tubular space frame |
|---|---|
| Material | steel (H 1.0576 (S355J2H)) |
| Overall Length (mm) | 2649 |
| Overall Width (mm) | 1413 |
| Overall Height (mm) | 1135 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1590 |
| Track Front (mm) | 1200 |
| Track Rear (mm) | 1200 |
| Weight Front (kg) | 108 |
| Weight Rear (kg) | 123 |
| Suspension | Double unequal length A-Arm. Pull rod actuated horizontally orientated Oehlins spring/damper units |
| Tyres | 20.5x7-13 R25B Hoosier (front and rear) |
| Wheels | 13 |
| Drive Type | DID 520ERT2 double o-sealing-ring chain |
| Differential | Drexler limited slip, lock-up value: 51% , 60%, 88% (drive), 29%, 60, 51% (break) |
| Cooling | Single side pod mounted radiator with controlled electric waterpump and fan |
| Brake System | 4-Disk system, self developed rotors with 220 mm diameter, adjustable brake balance |
| Electronics | car control unit, multifunctional steering wheel, electric shifting system, cad-des. wiring harness |
Powertrain
| Engine | 2010 KTM LC4 690 |
|---|---|
| Bore (mm) | 102 |
| Stroke (mm) | 74.6 |
| Cylinders | 1 |
| Displacement (ccm) | 610 |
| Compression Ratio | 14:1 |
| Fuel System | Student designed / built fuel injection system using Bosch MS4 ECU |
| Fuel | 100 octane petrol (Shell Optimax) |
| Max Power (kW) | 9000 |
| Max Torque (Nm) | 5000 |
2010
Info
The Running Snail Racing Team was established in August 2004. Since then, we participated with sustained success at the Formula Student Events in England, Germany and Italy. This year we will take part at the Formula Student event in Gyoer (Hungary) for the first time. The RS10-LC4 is our 6th car, based on the results of the tests and competitions of our first five cars. Our aim was again to reduce the weight to now 165 kg (wet), to keep our high quality standards, give the car a good drivability, and reach better ergonomics for the drivers.One of the greatest awards we received so far at the FSG Events, was the Sportsmanship Award in 2008.More information about our team and our cars are available on www.running-snail.de
Car Specifications
General
| Frame Construction | Steel tube space frame with CFRP seat |
|---|---|
| Material | S355J2H round imperial tubing |
| Overall Length (mm) | 2585 |
| Overall Width (mm) | 1398 |
| Overall Height (mm) | 1135 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1590 |
| Track Front (mm) | 1200 |
| Track Rear (mm) | 1200 |
| Weight Front (kg) | 108 |
| Weight Rear (kg) | 123 |
| Suspension | Double unequal length A-Arm. Pull rod actuated horizontally oriented Oehlins FSAE Spec spring/damper |
| Tyres | 20,5x7-13 R25B Hoosier |
| Wheels | 13x7 inch wide, Al/CFRP Rim, 10mm Offset |
| Drive Type | double o-sealing-ring chain |
| Differential | Drexler limited slip differential |
| Cooling | side mounted radiator with electric fan |
| Brake System | 4-Disc system with C/SiC brake discs , 220 mm outer and 160 mm inner diameter |
| Electronics | multifunctional steering wheel, electric shifting system, selfdesigned live-telemetry system, |
Powertrain
| Engine | 2010 KTM LC4 690 |
|---|---|
| Bore (mm) | 102 |
| Stroke (mm) | 74,6 |
| Cylinders | 1 |
| Displacement (ccm) | 610 |
| Compression Ratio | 14:1 |
| Fuel System | Student designed/built fuel injection system using Bosch MS4 ECU |
| Fuel | 100 octane petrol (Shell Optimax) |
| Max Power (kW) | 9000 |
| Max Torque (Nm) | 7000 |
2009
Info
The Running Snail Racing Team was established in August 2004. Since then we participated with sustained success at the Formula Student Events in England, Germany and Italy. And we take the challenge in 2009 also. The RS09-LC4 is our 5th car, the result of the tests and competitions of our first four cars.This year we have completly revolutionised our race car : A-Arms made of carbon tubes, new suspension concept, C/SiC rotors, self made carbon rims and last but not least a new engine. Our goal was again to reduce the weight to now 190 kg (wet), to keep our high quality standards, give the car a good drivability, and reach better ergonomics for the drivers. Beside the racetracks we were active as well. Our four race cars were shown in different exhibitions, company presentations, or the "Partner Cup". This is an event we originated in 2006 to thank our sponsors. They had the chance to drive one of our cars in a SAE level track and to feel what it means to be a race driver.
Car Specifications
General
| Frame Construction | Steel tube space frame |
|---|---|
| Material | Steel |
| Overall Length (mm) | 2744 |
| Overall Width (mm) | 1445 |
| Overall Height (mm) | 1200 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1600 |
| Track Front (mm) | 1230 |
| Track Rear (mm) | 1200 |
| Weight Front (kg) | 121 |
| Weight Rear (kg) | 137 |
| Suspension | Double unequal A-Arm. Pull rod actuated horizontally oriented Cane Cane Creek FSAE spring/damper units. Adjustable in compression / rebound range and in High- / Lowspeed. |
| Tyres | 16/53-13 radial ply tyre Michelin S6B / slick |
| Wheels | 8 inch wide, 2 pc. Al/CFK Rim, 10mm pos. offset |
| Drive Type | D.I.D. double o-sealing-ring chain |
| Differential | Drexler limited slip differential |
| Cooling | Single side pod mounted radiator with controlled electric waterpump and fan |
| Brake System | 4-Disk system, self developed C/SiC rotors with 220mm outer and 160mm inner diameter, Hub mounted |
| Electronics | Multifunctional Steering Wheel, ECU diagnostics via OBD2, Data exchange betw ECU, steering wheel, shifting control and data logger |
Powertrain
| Engine | 2008 / KTM LC4-690 single cylinder |
|---|---|
| Bore (mm) | 102 |
| Stroke (mm) | 74.6 |
| Cylinders | 1 |
| Displacement (ccm) | 609 |
| Compression Ratio | 11.25:1 |
| Fuel System | Student designed and built, fuel injection, sequential |
| Fuel | 100 octane unleaded gasoline |
| Max Power (kW) | 7000 |
| Max Torque (Nm) | 5000 |
2008
Info
The Running Snail Racing Team was established in August 2004. Since then we participated with sustained success at the Formula Student Events in England, Germany and Italy. And we take the challenge in 2008. The RS08-FZS is our 4th car and the result of the tests and competitions of our first three cars. On the 4th of June the car was shown to the broad public. Our goal was again to reduce the weight to now 229 kg, to keep up our high quality standards, give the car a good drivability and reach better ergonomics for the drivers. Beside the racetracks we were not inactive. Our three race cars were shown in different exhibitions, firm presentations or the “Partner Cup”. This is an event we originated in 2006 to thank our sponsors. They had the chance to drive one of our cars in an SAE level track and to feel what it means to be a race driver. More information about our team and our cars are available on www.running-snail.de
Car Specifications
General
| Frame Construction | Steel tube space frame with glued glas fibre side panels |
|---|---|
| Material | H 1.0570 |
| Overall Length (mm) | 3080 |
| Overall Width (mm) | 1380 |
| Overall Height (mm) | 1080 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1600 |
| Track Front (mm) | 1200 |
| Track Rear (mm) | 1200 |
| Weight Front (kg) | 145 |
| Weight Rear (kg) | 152 |
| Suspension | Front: Unequal length A-Arms. Pull rod actuated Manitou Swinger spring/damper units; Rear: Unequal length A-Arms. Push rod actuated Manitou Swinger spring/damper units |
| Tyres | 16/53-13 radial ply tire Michelin S6A / slick |
| Wheels | BBS AlMg / 7 inches wide, 10 mm offset |
| Drive Type | D.I.D. double o-sealing-ring chain |
| Differential | Drexler limited slip differential |
| Cooling | Twin side pod mounted radiators with air duct, electric controlled waterpumps |
| Brake System | SiC, hub mounted, 220 mm outer and 160 mm inner diameter |
| Electronics | Sensors for: steering angle, spring travel, RPM, oil temperature, coolant temperature, g-force; ECU diagnostics via OBD2 interface |
Powertrain
| Engine | 1998 Yamaha FZS 600 4 cylinder |
|---|---|
| Bore (mm) | 62.0 |
| Stroke (mm) | 49.6 |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Displacement (ccm) | 599 |
| Compression Ratio | 12:1 |
| Fuel System | Student des/built, fuel injection, sequential |
| Fuel | 98 octane unleaded gasoline (Shell Optimax) |
| Max Power (kW) | 11000 |
| Max Torque (Nm) | 10000 |
2007
No media information available for this year.
Car Specifications
2006
No media information available for this year.
Car Specifications
FS past achievements due to World Ranking Data Base
| Date | Event | Teams | Rank | BP | CM | ED | SP | DV SP | AC | DV AC | AX | EN | EF | Pe | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012.08 | 39 |
17. |
2. |
9. |
14. |
14. |
- |
11. |
- |
13. |
- |
- |
0.00 |
486.97 |
|
| 2012.08 | 76 |
18. |
15. |
21. |
9. |
29. |
- |
56. |
- |
30. |
19. |
7. |
0.00 |
659.66 |
|
| 2012.07 | 97 |
8. |
51. |
22. |
7. |
13. |
- |
25. |
- |
13. |
7. |
7. |
0.00 |
665.40 |
|
| 2011.08 | 28 |
13. |
4. |
6. |
9. |
10. |
- |
16. |
- |
10. |
- |
- |
0.00 |
453.59 |
|
| 2011.08 | 74 |
13. |
5. |
44. |
15. |
22. |
- |
33. |
- |
21. |
13. |
3. |
0.00 |
610.59 |
|
| 2011.07 | 77 |
23. |
5. |
3. |
3. |
15. |
- |
7. |
- |
22. |
51. |
- |
0.00 |
398.40 |
|
| 2011.05 | 97 |
11. |
20. |
71. |
9. |
29. |
- |
21. |
- |
25. |
17. |
1. |
-20.00 |
665.40 |
|
| 2010.09 | 41 |
8. |
14. |
12. |
11. |
15. |
- |
13. |
- |
11. |
8. |
- |
0.00 |
749.10 |
|
| 2010.08 | 75 |
16. |
43. |
5. |
14. |
4. |
- |
22. |
- |
39. |
25. |
2. |
-20.00 |
523.97 |
|
| 2010.07 | 72 |
4. |
20. |
16. |
3. |
17. |
- |
5. |
- |
14. |
10. |
4. |
0.00 |
726.80 |
|
| 2009.09 | 36 |
9. |
11. |
12. |
16. |
15. |
- |
19. |
- |
19. |
6. |
- |
0.00 |
697.36 |
|
| 2009.08 | 77 |
25. |
37. |
5. |
34. |
2. |
- |
40. |
- |
32. |
- |
5. |
0.00 |
475.90 |
|
| 2009.07 | 78 |
20. |
21. |
30. |
7. |
7. |
- |
32. |
- |
36. |
31. |
- |
-5.00 |
545.60 |
|
| 2008.09 | 31 |
5. |
21. |
5. |
7. |
1. |
- |
2. |
- |
10. |
6. |
- |
0.00 |
665.20 |
|
| 2008.08 | 77 |
11. |
50. |
9. |
23. |
11. |
- |
6. |
- |
27. |
13. |
4. |
0.00 |
729.53 |
|
| 2008.07 | 72 |
10. |
19. |
17. |
16. |
16. |
- |
19. |
- |
24. |
13. |
- |
0.00 |
559.77 |
|
| 2007.09 | 20 |
14. |
11. |
8. |
11. |
11. |
- |
10. |
- |
14. |
- |
- |
0.00 |
392.11 |
|
| 2007.08 | 53 |
11. |
31. |
21. |
14. |
22. |
- |
14. |
- |
25. |
15. |
2. |
0.00 |
616.08 |
|
| 2007.07 | 69 |
44. |
14. |
14. |
42. |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
0.00 |
198.35 |
|
| 2006.09 | 17 |
5. |
10. |
5. |
11. |
5. |
- |
5. |
- |
6. |
6. |
- |
0.00 |
683.60 |
|
| 2006.08 | 38 |
24. |
13. |
4. |
22. |
18. |
- |
8. |
- |
16. |
- |
- |
0.00 |
402.38 |
|
| 2006.07 | 58 |
24. |
44. |
26. |
30. |
28. |
- |
14. |
- |
33. |
21. |
6. |
0.00 |
419.30 |
|
| 2005.09 | 10 |
4. |
6. |
7. |
6. |
4. |
- |
3. |
- |
3. |
3. |
- |
0.00 |
617.90 |
|
| 2005.07 | 57 |
32. |
16. |
14. |
31. |
33. |
- |
32. |
- |
37. |
- |
- |
0.00 |
288.46 |
|
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