History
1996
1996 marked the introduction of an integrated clutch/shifter pedal shifting system. Competition in 1996 was unlike anything ever seen. It was described by many as fierce, and famous. Racing engineer Carroll Smith was quoted as saying, "some of the cars were fabricated as well as any new racing cars that I've seen at any level of competition." Lower end torque was added to the engine package, resulting in a car that was easier to drive. The aerodynamics package was refined to create 100lbs of down force at a mere 60mph. Among rapidly progressing competitors, Cornell finished 4th overall with a 1st place in safety and crashworthiness.
The Story
Cornell’s FSAE Racing Team was established in 1986. Professor Albert R. George became the faculty advisor overseeing approximately a dozen mechanical engineering students who began researching and designing a racecar from scratch. Since then, the team has grown substantially and has been greatly diversified. Today, an average Cornell FSAE team is compromised of about 40 undergraduate and graduate students and has had participating members from nearly every school within Cornell. Below you will find the 21 year evolution of Cornell Racing. The team’s dedication, commitment, and tireless effort will help to continue Cornell’s winning tradition well into the future.
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Contact Us
Interested in Cornell Formula SAE?
Contact us at:
B62 Upson Hall
Ithaca, NY 14853
Tel: 607 255 2541
cufsae@cornell.edu