SJ-1 Endeavour is the first race-worthy Challenger-class solar car raced by our team. Silicon solar cells by SBM are attached to the top of our aerobody made from carbon fiber donated by Boeing while a steel chassis protects the driver and acts as the frame that holds it all together. Endeavour weighs in at 400 kg with driver and has seen top speeds of around 45 mph.
With Endeavour, we placed 6th in FSGP 2017 and received the Most Improved Award.
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| Vehicle Specifications | |
|---|---|
| L x W x H: | 4.80m x 1.80m x 1.22m |
| Weight: | 317 kg (empty), 400 kg (w/ driver) |
| Array: | 1000W SBM Solar and Suniva Mono-Si |
| Batteries: | LiFePO4 |
| Motor: | 7.5kW NGM SCM150 (90% efficient) |
| Wheels: | Three 14″ Al Rims |
| Chassis: | 4130 Chromoly Space Frame |
| Tires: | NC NR 77t |
| Area Drag Coefficient: | 0.13 m2 |
| Cruising Speed: | 30 mph |
| Top Speed: | 45 mph |
SJ-1 Endeavour Gallery
SJ-1 Endeavour on Track
Dynamic Slalom & Handling Testing
4130 Chromoly Space Frame & Internal Layout
1000W Mono-Si Solar Array Configuration