Temple Formula Racing (TFR) is a student professional organization within Temple University's College of Engineering that uses hands-on automotive engineering skills to fully fund, prototype and assemble a formula racecar that competes in an annual Formula SAE International competition.
With the help of Faculty advisors, sponsors, and in class experiences, Temple students seek to improve the performance capabilities of our car. Each year, we make iterative design changes in hopes of weight savings and better ranking at FSAE events. Some of the events we attend include FSAE Michigan, FSAE North, and the Pittsburg Shootout.
| Model | 2008 Honda CBR600RR |
| Cylinders | Inline-4 |
| Displacement | 599 cc |
| Horsepower | 82 HP @ 13,000 rpm |
| Torque | 46.8 ft-lbs @ 10,500 rpm |
| Compression Ratio | 12.2:1 |
| ECU | PE3 P-8400 |
| Top Speed | ~ 110 mph |
| Drive Type | Chain Driven |
| Gearbox | 6-speed sequential |
| Differential | Drexler Limited Slip |
| Double Wishbone Control Arm | |
| Shocks | Ohlins TTX25 MkII |
| Springs | Cane Creek Springs |
| Brembo P2.34/P2.30 | |
| Pistons | 2 pistons, titanium |
| Chassis | 4130 Chromoly Steel Tubing |
| Weight | 452 lbs (without driver) |
| Body Panels | Carbon Fiber |
| 13” Magnesium ӦZ Racing Wheels | |
| Tire Size | Hoosier 20.0 x 7.5-13 |
| Wheel Base | 66.5" |
| Track | 56" Front || 54" Rear |
| Fuel Type | Sunoco 93 Octane |
Powerplant:
N/a
Weight:
N/a
Place at Competition:
FSAE Michigan - 104 of 107
**Did not pass Technical Inspection**
First year back as a competing team. Year before was gathering research to produce this car.
Powerplant:
Yamaha FZ6R
Weight:
547 lbs
Place at Competition:
FSAE Michigan - 104 of 104
**Did not pass Technical Inspection**
Upgrades:
Uprights failed at competition. Ran a single brake in the rear which is part of the reason we failed braking.
Powerplant:
Yamaha FZ6R
Weight:
N/a
Place at Competition:
FSAE Michigan - 107 of 107
**Did not pass Technical Inspection**
Upgrades:
Areas to Improve:
Anti-dive and anti-squat built in but was not designed well enough. 400lb springs would not work and then 600 lb springs would not fit. Rake designed into the chassis. Set the stage for later years chassis.
Powerplant:
Yamaha FZ6R
Weight:
508 lbs
Place at Competition:
Formula North - 104 of 109
**Did not pass Technical Inspection**
Upgrades:
Areas to Improve:
Powerplant:
Yamaha FZ6R
Weight:
506 lbs
Place at Competition:
FSAE Lincoln - 48 of 70
Upgrades:
Areas to Improve:
Most improved and quietest car. First year to compete in endurance!
Powerplant:
2008 Honda CBR 600RR
Weight:
483 lbs
Place at Competition:
FSAE Michigan - 72 of 109
Upgrades:
Technical bed in advancements for aerodynamics. Made it through endurance. Best placing at competition ever! Best design judging report scores.
Powerplant:
2008 Honda CBR 600RR
Weight:
479 lbs
Place at Competition:
FSAE Michigan - 82 of 114
Upgrades:
Masterlink on chain failed during endurance.
Powerplant:
2008 Honda CBR 600RR
Weight:
452 lbs
Place at Competition:
FSAE Michigan - 77 of 108
Upgrades:
Areas to Improve:
Passed Technical Inspection first try. Struggled at Fuel, Braking, and Sound but eventually passed. Full engine swap to 2017 engine the night before Endurance. Made it 6 laps around endurance before we threw the chain from the rear sprocket.
Formula SAE advances student careers and experience in engineering as it engages students in all aspects of the automotive industry including research, design, manufacturing, testing, developing, marketing, management, and finances.
Our team has students from all departments and backgrounds, such as Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, Business, Art, Communications, etc. We are always looking for new members, so if you are interested in joining us, feel free to drop us an email!
Dr. Richard Cohen
Faculty Advisor
richard.cohen@temple.edu
(215) 204-6245
Chau Nguyen
Chief Engineer
chaunguyen@temple.edu
(267) 595-4215
Hunter Hayes
Project Manager
hunter.hayes@temple.edu
(610) 675-8601
Majd Tobaje
Corporate Relations
majd.tobaje@temple.edu
(610) 393-2341
M.E. Houston
Body Team
tuj77928@temple.edu
(202) 906-9237
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