FB2024 Rules V2-0 05132023

FORMULA BHARAT
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2024 Formula Bharat Rules Booklet
PART 1: INTRODUCTION
Formula Bharat is an exclusive student design competition which focuses on safety, good engineering
practice, engineering design, education and creating opportunities for participating students.
Throughout this entire booklet, “Formula Bharat” shall be referred to as “FB”.
Formula Bharat is hosted by Curiosum Tech Private Limited.
PART 2: ADAPTATION TO FORMULA STUDENT RULES
The following rule book is an adaptation to the FS-Rules_2023_V1.1 rules booklet, published by
Formula Student Germany. The purpose of the adaptation is to eliminate the requirement for a separate
addendum for the Formula Bharat competition. Changes, inserts and modifications have been
highlighted accordingly so that participating teams will be aware of those required for the Formula
Bharat competition.
Teams who have participated at previous Formula Bharat competitions, are encouraged to thoroughly
familiarize themselves with the new version as there have been several changes implemented by
Formula Student Germany.
Please note that section DV dedicated to Driverless / Autonomous Vehicle (or Driverless Cup) has been
eliminated from this adaptation as the category is not included at the Formula Bharat 2024 competition.
Any mention of a competition handbook may be referred to as the competition website.
Legend:
● Changes issued by FS2023 Rules (by FSG): Text in blue

● Updates by FB: Text in green
● Eliminations: Text crossed out
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CONTENTS
CHANGELOG 10
ABBREVIATIONS 16
A ADMINISTRATIVE REGULATIONS 17
A1 COMPETITION OVERVIEW 17
A1.1 Competition Objective 17
A1.2 Competition Procedure 17
A1.3 Competition Information 17
A2 VEHICLE ELIGIBILITY 18
A2.1 Student Competition 18
A2.2 First Year Vehicles 18
A2.4 Second Year Vehicles 18
A3 RULES OF CONDUCT 19
A3.1 General Officials Authority 19
A3.2 Official Instructions 19
A3.3 Arguments with Officials 19
A3.4 Unsportsmanlike Conduct 19
A3.5 Violations of Intent 19
A3.6 Questions about the Rules 20
A3.7 Protests 20
A4 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR TEAMS & PARTICIPANTS 20
A4.1 Teams per University 20
A4.2 Team Members 21
A4.3 Student Status 21
A4.4 Age 21
A4.5 Driver’s License 21
A4.6 Insurance 22
A4.7 Liability Waiver 22
A4.8 [EV ONLY] Electrical System Officer (ESO) 22
A4.10 Faculty Advisor 22
A5 DOCUMENTATION & DEADLINES 23
A5.1 Required Documents and Forms 23
A5.2 Submission 23
A5.3 Penalties 23
A5.4 De-registration 26
A5.5 Photographic Submissions (PS) 26
A5.8 Team Member Information (TMI) 26
A5.9 Participation Certificates 27
A5.10 Teams Categorization 27
A5.11 Negative Scoring 27

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A6 GENERAL RULES 28
A6.1 Arrival and Removal of Vehicle from the Site 28
A6.2 Forfeit for Non-Appearance 28
A6.3 Team and Driver Briefings 28
A6.4 Testing and Work Safety 28
A6.5 Onsite Working Safety 29
A6.6 Alcohol and Illegal Material 29
A6.7 Vehicle Movement 30
A6.8 [CV ONLY] Engine Running 30
A6.9 Fueling and Oil 30
A6.10 [EV ONLY] Working on the Tractive System 31
A6.11 [EV ONLY] Working on Tractive System Accumulators 31
A6.12 [EV ONLY] Charging 32
A6.13 Trash Cleanup 32
T GENERAL TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS 33
T1 DEFINITIONS 33
T1.1 Chassis Definitions 33
T1.2 Material Definitions 35
T1.3 Electrical Definitions 35
T2 GENERAL DESIGN REQUIREMENTS 35
T2.1 Vehicle Configuration 35
T2.2 Ground Clearance 36
T2.3 Bodywork 36
T2.4 Suspension 37
T2.5 Wheels 37
T2.6 Tires 37
T2.7 Steering 37
T2.8 Wheelbase 38
T2.9 Track and Rollover Stability 38
T3 GENERAL CHASSIS DESIGN 38
T3.1 General Requirements 38
T3.2 Minimum Material Requirements 39
T3.3 Alternative Materials 40
T3.4 Composite Structures 40
T3.5 Laminate Testing 41
T3.6 Structural Documentation 42
T3.7 Roll Hoops 42
T3.8 Main Hoop 42
T3.9 Front Hoop 43
T3.10 Main Hoop Bracing 43
T3.11 Front Hoop Bracing 44
T3.12 Mechanically Attached Roll Hoop Bracing 45
T3.13 Front Bulkhead 46

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T3.14 Front Bulkhead Support 46

T3.15 Side Impact Structure 46
T3.16 Bolted Primary Structure Attachments 48
T3.17 Impact Attenuator (IA) 48
T3.18 Impact Attenuator Data Requirement 49
T3.19 Impact Attenuator Test Requirements 50
T3.20 Non-Crushable Objects 51
T4 COCKPIT 51
T4.1 Cockpit Opening 51
T4.2 Cockpit Internal Cross Section 51
T4.3 Percy (95th percentile male) 51
T4.4 Side Tubes 52
T4.5 Driver’s Harness Attachment 53
T4.6 Driver’s Seat 54
T4.7 Floor Closeout 54
T4.8 Firewall 54
T4.9 Accessibility of Controls 55
T4.10 Driver Visibility 55
T4.11 Driver Egress 56
T5 DRIVER RESTRAINT SYSTEM 56
T5.1 Definitions 56
T5.2 Belts - General 56
T5.3 Belt, Strap and Harness Installation - General 57
T5.4 Lap Belt Mounting 57
T5.5 Shoulder Harness 57
T5.6 Anti-Submarine Belt Mounting 58
T5.7 Head Restraint 58
T5.8 Roll Bar Padding 59
T5.9 Driver’s Leg Protection 59
T6 BRAKE SYSTEM 59
T6.1 Brake System - General 59
T6.2 Brake Over-Travel Switch (BOTS) 60
T6.3 Brake Light 60
T7 POWERTRAIN 60
T7.1 Transmission and Drive 60
T7.2 Coolant Fluid and System Sealing 61
T7.3 Drive Train Shields and Guards 61
T8 AERODYNAMIC DEVICES 62
T8.1 Definition Aerodynamic Device 62
T8.2 Restrictions for Aerodynamic Devices 63
T8.3 Minimum Edge Radii of Aerodynamic Devices 63
T8.4 Aerodynamic Devices Stability and Strength 63
T9 COMPRESSED GAS SYSTEMS AND HIGH PRESSURE HYDRAULICS 64

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T9.1 Compressed Gas Cylinders and Lines 64

T9.2 High Pressure Hydraulic Pumps and Lines 64
T10 FASTENERS 64
T10.1 Critical Fasteners 64
T10.2 Securing Fasteners 65
T10.3 Self-made Fasteners 65
T11 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS 65
T11.1 Low Voltage System (LVS) 65
T11.2 Master Switches 66
T11.3 Low Voltage Master Switch (LVMS) 66
T11.4 Shutdown Buttons 67
T11.5 Inertia Switch 67
T11.6 Brake System Plausibility Device (BSPD) 67
T11.7 LV Batteries 68
T11.8 Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor (APPS) 69
T11.9 System Critical Signals (SCSs) 70
T11.10 Sensors & Electrical Components Mounting 71
T12 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION 71
T12.1 Vehicle Number 71
T12.2 University Name 71
T12.3 Timing Equipment 72
T13 VEHICLE AND DRIVER EQUIPMENT 72
T13.1 Pushbar 72
T13.2 Jacks 72
T13.3 Driver Equipment 72
T13.4 Fire Extinguishers 74
T13.5 Camera Mounts 74
CV INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE VEHICLES 75
CV1 INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE POWERTRAINS 75
CV1.1 Engine Limitation 75
CV1.2 Starter 75
CV1.3 Air Intake System 75
CV1.4 Throttle 75
CV1.5 Mechanical Throttle Actuation 76
CV1.6 Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) 76
CV1.7 Intake System Restrictor 77
CV1.8 Turbochargers and Superchargers 77
CV1.9 Crankcase / Engine Lubrication Venting 77
CV2 FUEL AND FUEL SYSTEM 78
CV2.1 Fuel 78
CV2.2 Fuel System Location Requirements 78
CV2.3 Fuel Tanks 79
CV2.4 Fuel Lines for Low Pressure Systems 79

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CV2.5 Fuel Injection System Requirements 80

CV2.6 Fuel Tank Filler Neck and Sight Tube 80
CV2.7 Tank Filling Requirement 81
CV2.8 Venting Systems 81
CV3 EXHAUST SYSTEM AND NOISE CONTROL 82
CV3.1 Exhaust System General 82
CV3.2 Maximum Sound Level 82
CV4 SHUTDOWN SYSTEM 82
CV4.1 Shutdown Circuit 82
EV ELECTRIC VEHICLES 84
EV1 DEFINITIONS 84
EV1.1 Tractive System (TS) 84
EV1.2 Galvanic Isolation 84
EV2 ELECTRIC POWERTRAIN 84
EV2.1 Motors 84
EV2.2 Power Limitation 84
EV2.3 APPS / Brake Pedal Plausibility Check 84
EV3 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 85
EV3.1 Grounding 85
EV3.2 Overcurrent Protection 85
EV4 TRACTIVE SYSTEM (TS) 86
EV4.1 General Requirements 86
EV4.2 TS System Enclosures 86
EV4.3 Separation of Traction System and Grounded Low Voltage System 86
EV4.4 Positioning of Tractive System Parts 87
EV4.5 Tractive System Insulation, Wiring and Conduit 88
EV4.6 Data Logger 89
EV4.7 Tractive System Measuring point (TSMP) 89
EV4.8 High Voltage Disconnect (HVD) 90
EV4.9 Discharge Circuit 90
EV4.10 Tractive System Active Light (TSAL) 91
EV4.11 Activating the Tractive System 92
EV4.12 Ready-To-Drive Sound 92
EV5 TRACTIVE SYSTEM ENERGY STORAGE 93
EV5.1 Definitions 93
EV5.2 Allowed Tractive System Accumulators 93
EV5.3 Tractive System Energy Storage – General Requirements 93
EV5.4 Tractive System Energy Storage – Electrical Configuration 94
EV5.5 Tractive System Energy Storage – Mechanical Configuration 94
EV5.6 Accumulator Isolation Relays (AIRs) 96
EV5.7 Pre-Charge Circuit 96
EV5.8 Accumulator Management System (AMS) 97
EV6 SHUTDOWN CIRCUIT AND SYSTEMS 98

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EV6.1 Shutdown Circuit 98

EV6.2 Tractive System Master Switch (TSMS) 99
EV6.3 Insulation Monitoring Device (IMD) 99
EV7 CHARGERS 100
EV7.1 Chargers General Requirements 100
EV7.2 Charging Shutdown Circuit 100
EV8 TS ACCUMULATOR CONTAINER HAND CART 101
EV8.1 TS Accumulator Container Hand Cart 101
EV9 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FORM (ESF) and FAILURE MODES AND EFFECTS ANALYSIS
(FMEA) 101
EV9.1 [EV ONLY] Electrical System Form (ESF) 101
EV9.2 [EV ONLY] Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) 101
EV9.3 [EV ONLY] Accumulator Pre-Tech Inspection (ACC-PT) 102
IN TECHNICAL INSPECTIONS 103
IN1 GENERAL 103
IN1.1 Technical Inspection Process 103
IN1.2 General Rules 103
IN1.3 Technical Inspection Sticker 104
IN1.4 Inspection Responsible Person 104
IN1.5 Modifications and Repairs 105
IN2 PRE-INSPECTION 105
IN2.1 Pre-Inspection Required Items 105
IN3 [EV ONLY] ACCUMULATOR INSPECTION 105
IN3.1 Accumulator Inspection General Definitions 105
IN3.2 Accumulator Inspection Required Items 106
IN4 [EV ONLY] ELECTRICAL INSPECTION 106
IN4.1 Electrical Inspection General Definitions 106
IN4.2 Electrical Inspection Required Items 107
IN5 MECHANICAL INSPECTION 107
IN5.1 Mechanical Inspection Required Items 107
IN7 TILT TEST 107
IN7.1 Tilt Test Procedure 107
IN8 VEHICLE WEIGHING 108
IN8.1 Vehicle Weighing Procedure 108
IN9 [EV ONLY] RAIN TEST 108
IN9.1 Rain Test General Definitions 108
IN9.2 Rain Test Procedure 108
IN10 [CV ONLY] NOISE TEST 108
IN10.1 Noise Test Procedure 108
IN11 BRAKE TEST 109
IN11.1 Brake Test Procedure 109
IN12 POST EVENT INSPECTION 109
IN12.1 Post Event Inspection Procedure 109

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S STATIC EVENTS 111

S1 BUSINESS PLAN PRESENTATION EVENT (BPP) 111
S1.1 Business Plan Presentation Objective 111
S1.2 Business Plan Procedure 111
S1.3 Pitch Video (BPPV) 111
S1.4 Deep Dive Topic 112
S1.5 Presentation Prelims 112
S1.6 Business Plan Presentation Finals 112
S1.7 Business Plan Presentation Scoring 112
S2 COST AND MANUFACTURING EVENT 113
S2.1 Cost and Manufacturing Objective 113
S2.2 Cost and Manufacturing Procedure 113
S2.3 Cost Report Documents (CRD) 114
S2.4 Bill of Material (BOM) 114
S2.5 Detailed Bill of Material (DBOM) 115
S2.6 Costed Bill of Material (CBOM) 116
S2.7 Supporting Material File 116
S2.8 Cost Explanation File 116
S2.9 Cost and Manufacturing Vehicle Condition 116
S2.10 Cost and Manufacturing Scoring 117
S3 ENGINEERING DESIGN EVENT 118
S3.1 Engineering Design Objective 118
S3.2 Concept-Goals-Management Report (CGMR) 118
S3.3 Design Spec Sheet (DSS) 118
S3.4 Engineering Design Presentation (EDP) 118
S3.5 Engineering Design Event Procedure 119
S3.6 Engineering Design Vehicle Condition in Round 2 (VED) 120
S3.7 Engineering Design Judging Criteria 120
S3.8 Engineering Design Scoring 120
D DYNAMIC EVENT REGULATIONS 121
D1 DYNAMIC EVENTS GENERAL 121
D1.1 Driver Limitations 121
D1.2 Dynamic Area and Dynamic Vests 121
D2 DRIVING RULES 121
D2.1 Flags 121
D2.2 Driving Under Power 122
D2.3 Ground Clearance 122
D2.4 Practice Track 122
D3 WEATHER CONDITIONS 123
D3.1 Operating Conditions 123
D3.2 Tires Allowed 123
D4 SKIDPAD EVENT 123
D4.1 Skidpad Track Layout 123

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D4.2 Skidpad Procedure 124

D4.4 Skidpad Scoring 125
D5 ACCELERATION EVENT 125
D5.1 Acceleration Track Layout 125
D5.2 Acceleration Procedure 125
D5.4 Acceleration Scoring 125
D6 AUTOCROSS EVENT 126
D6.1 Autocross Track Layout 126
D6.2 Autocross Procedure 126
D6.3 Autocross Scoring 126
D7 ENDURANCE AND EFFICIENCY EVENT 127
D7.1 Endurance Track Layout 127
D7.2 Endurance Procedure 127
D7.3 Endurance Running Order 127
D7.4 Passing 128
D7.5 Endurance Driver Change Procedure 128
D7.6 Endurance Event Tire Changes 129
D7.7 Endurance Specific Regulations 129
D7.8 Endurance Scoring 130
D7.9 Efficiency Scoring 130
D9 DYNAMIC EVENTS PENALTIES 131
D9.1 General Penalties 131
D9.2 Endurance Penalties 132
D9.3 [CV ONLY] Efficiency Penalties 133
D9.4 [EV ONLY] Power and Voltage Violation Penalties 133

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CHANGELOG
Rule Ver By Change
A1.3.1 2021 1.0 FB Location update

A1.3.3 2023 1.0 FSG Defined responsibility of organizers
A1.4 2023 2.0 FB REMOVED. Only one class at the competition.
A2.1.1 2023 1.0 FSG Specified external professionals
A2.4 2023 1.0 FB Inclusion of Second Year Vehicles
A2.4.1 2024 1.0 FB Rule applies to teams in Electric category.
A2.4.1 2024 2.0 FB Removal of mention of Class.
A2.4.3 2024 1.0 FB Inclusion of submission of SVCR
A4.1.3 2021 1.0 FB Inform organizers if members are from 2 or more institutions.
A4.1.4 2021 1.0 FB Clarification for teams from multiple colleges, under the same University.
A4.2.2 2021 1.0 FB Current status of team captain
A4.2.4 2024 1.0 FB Inclusion of communication liaisons at registration
A4.2.5 2024 1.0 FB Communication protocol for change in leadership
A4.3.1 2021 1.0 FB Increased graduation period to eleven months.
A4.3.2 2021 1.0 FB Included mention of degree program.
A4.4.1 2021 1.0 FB Modified the minimum age to 16 years.
A4.5.2 2021 1.0 FB Hardcopy of driver license required and driver's bond to be paid at event site.
A4.6.1 2022 1.0 FB Included Faculty Advisors and Volunteers.
A4.7.1 2021 1.0 FB Included Faculty Advisors and Volunteers. Removed on-site mention.
A4.7.2 2021 1.0 FB Mentioned Under 18 Liability waiver.
A4.8.8 2024 1.0 FB Mention of training requirements other than those mentioned on the
competition website.
A4.8.9 2024 1.0 FB Clarifies minimum training level requirement for ESO.
A4.8.10 2024 1.0 FB Recommended training for all team members.
A4.10 2021 1.0 FB Included requirement for Faculty Advisor.
A5.1.1 2024 1.0 FB Addition of BPPV, ACC-PT, SVCR. Removal of VSV.

A5.3 2022 1.0 FB Renamed to Penalties. Reworded the entire section.
A5.3.1 2024 1.0 FB Included Note 3

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A5.3.2 2024 1.0 FB Addition of number of maximum correction requests until approval
Inclusion of column in table
A5.3.3 2024 1.0 FB Included Notes 3 thru 5
A5.3.3 2024 2.0 FB Penalty listed for incorrect file naming.
A5.3.4 2024 1.0 FB Further rule on the approval of certain documents
A5.4.1 2024 1.0 FB Clarification on appeal process for team’s de-registration for specific event
A5.5 2022 1.0 FB Included section on Photo Submission.
A5.6.3 2021 1.0 FB Included criteria of A6.4.
A5.7 2021 1.0 FB Removed SES Approval from third party. SES for monocoque chassis must be
submitted directly to competition officials as per deadline.
A5.8 2021 1.0 FB Included section on Team Member Information.
A5.8.1 2024 1.0 FB Clarified TMI can also include names of members who cannot attend on-site
competition
A5.8.5 2021 1.0 FB Reduced number of complimentary number of team members to 15
A5.8.6 2021 1.0 FB Increased allowed maximum to 45
A5.9 2021 1.0 FB Included section on Participation Certificates
A5.9 2024 1.0 FB Removed on-site participation requirement for certificate provision
A5.10 2021 1.0 FB Included section on Teams Categorization.
A5.10 2024 1.0 FB Mention of accumulator pre-tech submission in deciding team categorization
A5.11 2021 1.0 FB Included section on Negative Scoring.
A6.1 2024 1.0 FB Inclusion of rules pertaining to arrival of vehicles on site as well
A6.3.1 2024 1.0 FB Clarified team captains’ briefings
A6.3.2 2021 1.0 FB Included note about drivers missing opportunity to participate
A6.4.7 2021 1.0 FB Included note on questionable content posted on social media
A6.5.5 2024 1.0 FB Clarified rule for mobility devices with exception of those used for medical
disability
A6.5.6 2024 1.0 FB Retained rule for prohibition of motorized devices on competition site
A6.7.5 2023 1.3 FB Removal of helmet as exception. Clarified.
A6.8.3 2021 1.0 FB Cranking engines in pits is not allowed.
A6.10.7 2024 1.0 FB Insertion of rule clarifying ON status of TS within pits
A6.11.10 2024 1.0 FB Designated areas for storage of TSAC and spare cells
A6.11.11 2024 1.0 FB Designated areas for storage of TSAC after competition hours
A6.13 2024 1.0 FB Inserted section for trash cleanup on-site
T1.1.4 2023 1.0 FSG Front bulkhead, driver’s feet protection in front view
T1.1.4 2023 1.1 FSG Rephrased definition, including Anti Intrusion Plate (AIP)
T1.1.15 2023 1.0 FSG Rollover protection envelope definition clarified
T1.1.17 2023 1.0 FSG Added figure defining minimum rollover protection envelope
T1.2.1 2023 1.0 FSG Reintroduction of FAR 25.853(a)(1)(i)
T2.6.5 2021 1.0 FB Clarification of usage of dry and wet tires.
T2.6.6 2021 1.0 FB Clarification of usage of dry and wet tires.

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T2.7.10 2023 1.0 FSG Deleted rule about mechanical backup for bonded joints
T2.7.10 2023 1.1 FSG Clarified rule: bonded joints allowed in accordance with T3.2.8
T3.2.8 2023 1.0 FSG Safety factor for bonded joints
T3.6 2021 1.0 FB Removed requirement for SE3D submission.
T3.9.5 2023 1.0 FSG Number of attachments front hoop to composite primary structures clarified
T3.9.5 2023 1.1 FSG Rephrased and defined as stand-alone rule
T3.9.6 2023 1.1 FSG Changed to be in line with T3.7.4
T3.11.1 2023 1.0 FSG For tubes, minimum distance between front hoop bracing tubes is defined.
Front hoop bracing attaching to a singular node is not allowed.
T3.11.4 2023 1.0 FSG Bolted and fully laminated front hoop attachments clarification
T3.15.1 2023 1.0 FSG Split of first point, for clarity in relation to EV4.4.2 and EV5.5.2
T3.16.6 2023 1.0 FSG Composite primary structure, including AIP and Tractive System Accumulator
Container (TSAC), attachments: new perimeter based rule
T3.16.6 2023 1.1 FSG Rephrasing of rule, TSAC excluded
T3.17.2 2023 1.0 FSG Impact attenuator position compatibility with respect to other primary structures
T3.17.2 2023 1.1 FSG Adjustment of wording for Impact Attenuator (IA) height restriction
T3.17.5 2023 1.0 FSG Made redundant by new rule: T3.16.6
T3.17.6 2023 1.0 FSG Made redundant by new rule: T3.16.6
T3.19.4 2023 1.0 FSG Explicitly stated structurally representative dummies, e.g. sensors, to be
included
T3.19.7 2021 1.0 FB Rule for de-registration of team conducting IA test on manned student vehicle
T3.19.7 2024 1.0 FB Clarification for de-registration from competition.
T4.5 2023 1.0 FSG Harmonize rules with respect to non-welded and welded harness attachments,
involving: T4.5.3, T4.5.5, T5.3.3 and last year’s T5.3.2, partially moved to
T4.5.2
T4.8.2 2023 1.0 FSG Changed line of sight to straight line, removed unclarity
T4.8.8 2023 1.0 FSG Firewall mounting point might be uninsulated
T5.2.1 2023 1.0 FSG Deleted old FIA specification
T5.2.2 2024 1.0 FB Allowance for extension of 2nd year harness
T6.1.3 2023 1.0 FSG Brake system must be sealed
T7.2.3 2023 1.0 FSG Clarified Rule
T7.3.2 2023 1.0 FSG Scatter shield requirements changed and simplified.
Scatter shield requirements for high-speed rotating are deleted.
T9.1.1 2023 1.0 FSG Complemented rule to include pressure regulators
T10.2.3 2023 1.0 FSG Added permission for snap and retaining rings

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T10.3 2021 1.0 FB Included section on Self-made Fasteners

T11.1.2 2023 1.0 FSG Changed permitted AC voltage
T11.1.3 2023 1.0 FSG All LVS parts must be insulated
T11.2 2021 1.0 FB Included mention of car number on master switch handle
T11.5.5 2021 1.0 FB Inertia switch should be directly acting. External relay circuits are prohibited.
T11.9.1 2023 1.0 FSG Removed deleted indicator
T12.2.1 2021 1.0 FB Included mention of college name, if A 4.1.4 applies
T13.2 2023 1.0 FSG New rule about jacks
T13.3.10 2023 1.0 FSG Added requirement for driver’s clothing
T13.4.1 2021 1.0 FB Included allowance of dry chemical / powder ABC extinguishers in India
T13.5 2021 1.0 FB Camera Mounts rule retained
CV1.2.3 2023 1.1 FSG Changed wording for better understanding
CV1.3.2 2023 1.0 FSG Replaced or by and for clarity
CV1.3.3 2023 1.1 FSG Added clarification
CV1.7.2 2021 1.0 FB Removed E 85 fueled vehicle
CV2.1.1 2021 1.0 FB 91 Octane as available gasoline only.
CV2.3.5 2021 1.0 FB Drain hole / valve requirement detailed.
CV2.4.1 2023 1.0 FSG Additional requirement for hose & clamp style connection
CV3.1.3 2023 1.0 FSG Changed shielding definition for exhaust components
CV3.1.3 2023 1.1 FSG Clarified rule
EV1.1.2 2023 1.0 FSG Defined TS enclosures
EV1.2.1 2023 1.0 FSG Clarified rule
EV2.1.3 2021 1.1 FB Corrected reference to rule T7.3.4.
EV3.1.1 2023 1.1 FSG Added examples of possible protruding parts and allow steel for TSAC
EV3.1.3 2023 1.0 FSG Revised grounding requirements. Tractive System (TS) enclosures must have
a grounded shield or be fully electrically isolating. Seat, driver harness, and
firewall mounting must be grounded. Relax requirements for other parts
EV4.1.4 2023 1.0 FSG Added rule on acceptable power rating for fans connected to TS
EV4.4.2 2023 1.0 FSG Replaced "or" by "and" for clarity
EV4.4.3 2023 1.1 FSG Further specified interlock for outboard wheel motors
EV4.4.3 2023 1.0 FSG Replaced "connection" by "clamping"
EV4.10.2 2023 1.0 FSG Added duty cycle requirement and the voltage detection of any DC-link
capacitor
EV4.10.4 2023 1.0 FSG Added placement requirement of voltage detection
EV4.10.6 2023 1.0 FSG Clarified independency of lights
EV4.10.7 2023 1.0 FSG Changed TSAL height requirement
EV4.10.8 2023 1.0 FSG Defined small angles
EV4.10.11 2023 1.0 FSG Added safe state definition

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Rule Ver By Change
EV4.10.12 2023 1.0 FSG Split lights

EV4.10.13 2023 1.0 FSG Defined the plausibility check
EV4.10.13 2023 1.1 FSG Rephrased the plausibility check
EV4.10.14 2023 1.0 FSG Split lights
EV4.10.14 2023 1.1 FSG Rephrased the plausibility check
EV5.4.5 2024 1.0 FB Addition of rule that states that no voltage should be present at the accumulator
side of AIR upon the removal of all maintenance plugs
EV5.5.2 2023 1.0 FSG Replaced "or" by "and" for clarity
EV5.5.3 2023 1.0 FSG Added fire retardant requirement to all TS accumulator structural parts
EV5.5.10 2023 1.0 FSG Pouch cells mechanical loads
EV5.5.14 2023 1.0 FSG No cooling ducts pointing towards the driver
EV5.5.14 2023 1.1 FSG External openings of cooling ducts must not point towards the driver
EV5.8.2 2023 1.0 FSG A full Accumulator Management System (AMS) must be placed within every
TSAC
EV6.1.5 2024 1.0 FB Clarified rule
EV8.1.6 2023 1.0 FSG Added a firewall to the hand cart
EV8.1.6 2023 1.1 FSG Removed vertical requirement and excluded wheels
EV9.1.1 2024 1.0 FB ESF Parts removed
EV9.2 2021 1.0 FB Included section for FMEA
EV9.3 2024 1.0 FB Included section for ACC-PT
IN1.1.1 2024 1.0 FB Vehicle weighing is optional
IN1.1.2 2024 1.0 FB Included order of technical inspection
IN1.2.4 2023 1.0 FSG Changed wording
IN3.1.5 2021 1.0 FB New mention of pre-accumulator inspection to be hosted prior to competition.
IN4.2.1 2023 1.0 FSG Add connectors to close High Voltage Disconnect (HVD)’s Shutdown Circuit
(SDC) and to supply the TS
IN12.1.4 2023 1.0 FSG Adjusted penalties for Skidpad
IN12.1.5 2023 1.0 FSG Changed wording
S1 2023 1.0 FB Significant change throughout BPP section
S1.1.1 2023 1.0 FSG Specify Business Plan Presentation Event (BPP) objective
S1.1.1 2023 1.1 FSG Wording clarification
S1.2.2 2023 2.0 FB Removal of mention of Class.
S1.4.1 2023 1.0 FSG Adaptation of point allocation
S1.4.2 2023 1.0 FSG Penalty points allocated
S2.2.3 2023 1.4 FB Correction of ‘two’ parts to ‘three’ parts.
S2.3 2021 1.0 FB Reference to www.formulastudent.de
S2.3.4 2021 1.0 FB Compulsory required for hardcopy CRD set at the event.

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Rule Ver By Change
S2.10.4 2023 1.0 FB Change of multiplier to 85.

S3 2023 1.0 FB Significant change throughout ED section
S3.5 2023 2.0 FB Removal of mention of Class.
Scoring update for each Round.
D1.1.1 2024 1.0 FB Retained original number of drivers permitted.
D2.3.2 2021 1.0 FB Ground clearance may be tested at any time.
D7.8.4 2023 1.0 FB Changed Tmax multiplier for both categories.
D7.9 2023 1.0 FB Efficiency section updated
D7.9.2 2023 1.0 FSG Use fuel mass instead of volume
D7.9.6 2023 1.0 FSG Changed maximum Efficiency Factor from 2 ∙ EFmin to 1.5 ∙ EFmin
D7.9.6 2024 1.0 FB Retained multiplier at 100
D7.9.7 2023 1.0 FSG Use fuel mass instead of volume

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ABBREVIATIONS
ACC-PT Accumulator Pre-Tech Inspection IMD Insulation Monitoring Device

AIP Anti Intrusion Plate LPI Low Pressure Injection
AIR Accumulator Isolation Relay LV Low Voltage
AMS Accumulator Management System LVMS Low Voltage Master Switch
APPS Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor LVS Low Voltage System
BOM Bill of Material OC Off-course
BOTS Brake Over-Travel Switch OEM Original Equipment Manufacturer
BPP Business Plan Presentation Event PCB Printed Circuit Board
BPPV Business Plan Pitch Video PS Photographic Submissions
BSE Brake System Encoder R2D Ready-to-drive
BSPD Brake System Plausibility Device RES Remote Emergency System
CBOM Costed Bill of Material RMS Root Mean Square
CGMR Concept-Goals-Management Report SCS System Critical Signal
CRD Cost Report Documents SDC Shutdown Circuit
CV Internal Combustion Engine Vehicle SE3D Structural Equivalency 3D Model
DBOM Detailed Bill of Material SES Structural Equivalency Spreadsheet
DI Direct Injection SVCR Second Year Vehicle Compliance
DNA Did Not Attempt Report
DNF Did Not Finish TMI Team Member Information
DOO Down or Out TPS Throttle Position Sensor
DQ Disqualified TS Tractive System
DSS Design Spec Sheet TSAC Tractive System Accumulator
DV Driverless Vehicle Container
EAIR ESF Add Item Request TSAL Tractive System Active Light
EBS Emergency Brake System TSMP Tractive System Measuring point
ECU Electronic Control Unit TSMS Tractive System Master Switch
EDP Engineering Design Presentation USS Unsafe Stop
EI Flexural Rigidity VED Vehicle Engineering Design
ESF Electrical System Form VSV Vehicle Status Video
ESO Electrical System Officer
ESOQ Electrical System Officer
Qualification
ETC Electronic Throttle Control
EV Electric Vehicle
HPI High Pressure Injection
HV High Voltage
HVD High Voltage Disconnect
IA Impact Attenuator
IAD Impact Attenuator Data

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A ADMINISTRATIVE REGULATIONS
A1 COMPETITION OVERVIEW
A1.1 Competition Objective
A1.1.1 The competition challenges teams of university students to conceive, design, fabricate,
develop and compete with small, formula style, race cars.
A1.2 Competition Procedure
A1.2.1 The competition is split into the following categories:
● Internal Combustion Engine Vehicle (CV)

● Electric Vehicle (EV)
A1.2.2 All vehicles must meet the requirements defined in chapters T and either EV or CV,
depending on their drivetrain type.
A1.2.3 The competition starts with a series of technical inspections described in chapter IN to
check the vehicle for safety and compliance with the rules.
A1.2.4 The competition is divided into a series of static and dynamic events described in chapters S
and D.
A1.2.5 Maximum points are awarded as described in Table 3.
A1.2.6 The team with the most overall points will win the competition for its category.
A1.3 Competition Information
A1.3.1 The competition specific rules and information are defined on the competition website.
A1.3.2 The official language of the competition is English.
A1.3.3 Every organizer of a competition based on this document bears the sole responsibility.
A2 VEHICLE ELIGIBILITY
A2.1 Student Competition
A2.1.1 Vehicles entered into the competition must be conceived, designed and maintained by the
student team members without direct involvement from external professional engineers,
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CV & EV
Static Events:
Business Plan Presentation 75 Points
Cost & Manufacturing 100 Points
Engineering Design 150 Points
Dynamic Events:
Skid Pad 75 Points
Acceleration 75 Points
Autocross 100 Points
Endurance 325 Points
Efficiency 100 Points
Overall 1000 Points
Table 3: Maximum points awarded
A2.1.2 The student team may use any information from professionals or from academics as long as
the information is given as a discussion of alternatives with their pros and cons.
A2.1.3 Professionals may not make design decisions or drawings.
A2.1.4 Students should perform fabrication tasks wherever possible.
A2.2 First Year Vehicles
A2.2.1 A vehicle may only be used for one year, counting from the first day onsite of its first
competition.
A2.2.2 To be classified as new, a vehicle must have, at minimum, a newly manufactured chassis
with significant changes in the primary structure to its predecessor.
A2.2.3 If there is any question about whether or not the car is in fact a first year vehicle, it will be
the sole responsibility of the team to produce such evidence as the organizers or judges may
require.
A2.4 Second Year Vehicles
A2.4.1 This rule is only applicable to teams participating in the Electric Category at Formula
Bharat. The second year vehicle must be modified (if required) to comply with the rule
book of that competition year.
A2.4.2 There will be no penalties applied for participating as a second year vehicle.
Note: For the FB2024 competition, first year vehicles that participated at FB2023 will be
considered as a second year vehicle.
A2.4.3 Teams participating with a second year vehicle are required to submit a Second Year
Vehicle Compliance Report (SVCR). The report must contain proof that the competition
vehicle is not older than one year. Information presented must include details of the
previous competitions attended by competition vehicle, details of the previous competition
vehicle as in predecessor (if any), photographic details to prove significant changes in
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documents etc. The competition vehicle will only be approved as a second year vehicle
once the SVCR is approved.
A2.4.4 This rule does not apply to teams participating in the Combustion Category.
A3 RULES OF CONDUCT
A3.1 General Officials Authority
A3.1.1 The officials reserve the right to revise the schedule of the competition and/or interpret or
modify the competition rules at any time and in any manner that is, in their sole judgment,
required for safe and efficient operation.
A3.1.2 All team members are required to cooperate with, and follow all instructions from the
officials.
A3.1.3 Official announcements shall be considered part of these rules.
A3.1.4 All guidelines and clarifications posted on the competition website for the current season
including any competition handbook are considered part of these rules.
A3.1.5 Questions concerning the meaning or intent of the rules will be resolved by the officials.
A3.2 Official Instructions
A3.2.1 Failure of a team member to follow an instruction or command directed speciﬁcally to that
team or team member will result in 25 penalty points being deducted from the team’s
overall score.
A3.3 Arguments with Officials
A3.3.1 Argument with, or disobedience to, any official will result in the team being eliminated
from the competition.
A3.4 Unsportsmanlike Conduct
A3.4.1 In the event of unsportsmanlike conduct, 25 penalty points will be deducted from the team’s
overall score. A second violation will result in expulsion of the team from the competition.
A3.5 Violations of Intent
A3.5.1 Violation of the intent of a rule will be considered a violation of the rule itself.
A3.5.2 Any parts, devices or software fragments designed with the intent to violate a rule, will be
considered as a violation.
A3.6 Questions about the Rules
A3.6.1 Questions about the rules may be asked to the officials.
A3.6.2 The frequently asked questions (FAQ) section on the competition website must be checked
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A3.6.3 The officials will only answer questions that are not already answered in the rules or FAQs
or that require new or novel interpretation.
A3.6.4 Refer to the competition website for specific directions on how to submit a rules question.
A3.7 Protests
A3.7.1 Preliminary Review– Required
If a team has a question about scoring, judging, policies or any official action it must be
brought to the officials’ attention within the announced protest period for an informal
preliminary review before a protest can be ﬁled.
A3.7.2 Cause for Protest
A team may protest any rule interpretation, score or official action which they feel has
caused some actual, non-trivial, harm to their team, or has had a substantive effect on their
score.
A3.7.3 Protest Format and Forfeit
All protests must be filed in writing and presented to the officials by the team captain. In
order to have a protest considered, a team must post a 25 point protest bond which will be
forfeited if their protest is rejected.
A3.7.4 The decision of the officials regarding any protest will be in a written form and is final.
A4 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR TEAMS & PARTICIPANTS
A4.1 Teams per University
A4.1.1 A university may register a CV team and an EV team.
A4.1.2 For the purposes of registering and competing, a university’s CV team and EV team are
considered to be separate and independent entities.
A4.1.3 Teams which are formed with members from two or more universities are treated as a single
team. In such a case, the team must inform the organizers upon registration as to which
university will be represented.
A4.1.4 In the case where multiple colleges located in multiple cities or districts are grouped under a
common University, either autonomous or through affiliation, the team must register under
their College name.
A4.2 Team Members
A4.2.1 A team member may only be part of one team, work on one vehicle and take part in static
and dynamic events for only one team.
A4.2.2 Each team must have one team member identified as the team captain. The team captain is
the main contact person for the officials during the registration process and the competition.
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at the time of the competition. It is the team captain’s responsibility to communicate any
competition updates to the team members.
A4.2.3 Persons who have previously attended any official event as a judge are not allowed to
participate as team members.
A4.2.4 Each team is also required to identify two additional team members during the registration
process who will serve as communication liaisons between the team and the competition,
should the team captain not be available. These additional team members must have a
‘current’ student status at the attended College or University, at the time of the competition.
A4.2.5 Any changes in the team’s leadership roster can only be communicated to the competition
by the team captain or by either of the two registered additional team members via the
email addresses provided during registration.
A4.3 Student Status
A4.3.1 Team members must be enrolled as degree seeking undergraduate or graduate students in
any university. Team members who have graduated within the eleven month period prior to
the competition remain eligible to participate.
A4.3.2 Students who have already graduated from a degree program and are seeking another
degree of the same level or below are not allowed to participate.
A4.3.3 Students seeking a PhD degree/PhD students or equivalent are not allowed to participate.
A4.4 Age
A4.4.1 Team members must be at least 16 years of age.
A4.5 Driver’s License
A4.5.1 Team members who will drive a competition vehicle at any time during a competition must
present a valid, government issued driver’s license for passenger cars, containing a
photograph.
A4.5.2 Designated drivers for the team are required to bring a hardcopy of both sides of their
license to the competition site. Upon registration, they will be required to sign a bond and
pay a fee that shall be collected by the venue. The amount for the fee shall be mentioned on
the competition website closer to the event date.
A4.6 Insurance
A4.6.1 Each participant, including faculty advisors and volunteers, must provide proof of valid
private liability & individual health insurance for the competition.
A4.7 Liability Waiver
A4.7.1 All onsite participants, including faculty advisors and volunteers must sign a liability
waiver which can be found on the competition website.
A4.7.2 All onsite participants under 18 years of age must submit the Under 18 liability waiver prior
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A4.8 [EV ONLY] Electrical System Officer (ESO)
A4.8.1 Every participating team has to appoint one to four ESOs for the competition.
A4.8.2 The ESOs are responsible for all electrical work carried out on the vehicle during the
competition.
A4.8.3 The ESOs are the only persons in the team who may declare the vehicle electrically safe, in
order for work to be performed on any system of the vehicle by the team.
A4.8.4 The ESOs must be valid team members, which means that they must have student status
(see A4.3).
A4.8.5 The ESOs must be contactable by phone at all times during the competition.
A4.8.6 An ESO must accompany the vehicle whenever it is operated or moved around at the
competition site.
A4.8.7 If only one ESO is named by the team, this ESO may not be a driver.
A4.8.8 An appropriate Electrical System Officer Qualification (ESOQ) requires the proof of a
practical and theoretical training for working with HV power systems. Regarding content,
the training should be on the basis of DGUV 209-093 stage 2E/3E (https://fsg.one/4i5SP)
and held by an external expert. Teams receiving training from providers or programs other
than those mentioned on the competition website must provide details of the training which
include details of the program, topics covered within the training, format of training,
training provider credentials etc. Additionally, the certificate issued must contain the level
of training received (as in, 1E / 2E/ 3E).
A4.8.9 Each team must have a minimum of two ESOs trained in 3E and a minimum of one ESO
trained in 2E. Only ESOs with 3E training are allowed to work on live high voltage
systems.
A4.8.10 It is recommended that all other team members receive an 1E training instruction. This can
be provided by an external provider or from one of the team’s certified ESO itself.
A4.10 Faculty Advisor
A4.10.1 Each team is expected to have a Faculty Advisor appointed by the university (or college,
where applicable). The Faculty Advisor is expected (however not mandatory) to accompany
the team to the competition. In the case that the Faculty Advisor cannot attend, the Team
Captain will be considered by competition officials to be the official university
representative.
A4.10.2 Faculty Advisors may advise their teams on general engineering and engineering project
management theory.
A4.10.3 Faculty Advisors may not design any part of the vehicle nor directly participate in the
development of any documentation or presentation.
A4.10.4 Additionally, Faculty Advisors may not fabricate nor assemble any components nor assist in
the preparation, maintenance, testing or operation of the vehicle. In brief – Faculty Advisors
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A4.10.5 The appointed Faculty Advisor must be the participating institution’s Faculty member and
the individual should have completed their undergraduate studies 3 years prior to assuming
such a post.
A5 DOCUMENTATION & DEADLINES
A5.1 Required Documents and Forms
A5.1.1 The following documents and forms must be submitted by the action deadlines defined on
the competition website:
● IAD, SES, BPPV, CGMR, EDP, DSS, CRD (BOM, CEXP, CSUP), PS, TMI, [EV
ONLY] FMEA, ESOQ, SVCR, ESF, ACC-PT
A5.2 Submission
A5.2.1 Uploaded documents may only be viewed by members of the submitting team, authorized
judges and officials.
A5.2.2 By submitting documents via the competition website, the team agrees that they may be
reproduced and distributed by the officials, in both complete and edited versions, for
educational purposes.
A5.2.3 Documents and videos that are largely incomplete or not readable will be considered as not
submitted.
A5.2.4 Teams must submit documents in the prescribed method as mentioned on the competition
website for both template and non-template driven documents.
A5.3 Penalties
A5.3.1 The following table indicates penalties and consequences apply to late or
non-submissions:
Document Late Submission: Penalty Non-Submission:

Points penalty per 24h deduction from? After 7 days
ESOQ [EV] 10 Overall DR – IN & D
FMEA [EV] 10 Overall DR – IN & D
SVCR [EV] 10 Overall DR – IN & D
SES 10 Overall DR – IN & D

ESF [EV] 10 Overall DR – IN & D
IAD 10 Overall DR – IN & D
BPPV 10 BPP DR – BPP, 0 pts BPP
CGMR 10 ED DR – ED, 0 pts ED
DSS 10 ED DR – ED, 0 pts ED
EDP 10 ED DR – ED, 0 pts ED
ACC-PT 10 Overall DR – IN & D

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Document Late Submission: Penalty Non-Submission:

Points penalty per 24h deduction from? After 7 days
PS 10 Overall DR – IN & D
TMI - - DR - Competition
CRD (BOM, 10 CR DR – CR, 0 pts CR
CEXP, CSUP)
Legend: DR – De-registered; IN – Technical Inspection events; D –Dynamic events; BPP –

Business Plan Presentation event; ED – Engineering Design event; CR – Cost &
Manufacturing event
Note 1: TMI – No submission of TMI by deadline will result in team members’ inability to
receive electronic certificates and inability to participate at the on-site event.
Note 2: No response to official’s communication on delayed or non-submission of the

documents shall result in de-registration of the team from the competition.
Note 3: Teams de-registered from specific events (except for those de-registered from the
competition) may still be eligible for participation certificates, provided the TMI is
submitted by the deadline.
A5.3.2 Corrected files must be uploaded within 168 hours of receiving a reviewer notice. A team is
limited to submitting to a maximum number of correction requests until the document is
approved. Certain documents may not require approval. The following table indicates
penalties and consequences apply to delayed submission towards correction requests, post
the grace period mentioned above:
Document Maximum Late Penalty Non-Submission:

Correction Correction deduction After 7 days
Requests Submission: from?
Points penalty
per 24h
ESOQ [EV] 2 5 Overall DR – IN & D
FMEA [EV] 2 5 Overall DR – IN & D
SVCR [EV] 1 5 Overall DR – IN & D
SES 2 5 Overall DR – IN & D
ESF [EV] 2 5 Overall DR – IN & D
IAD 2 5 Overall DR – IN & D
BPPV NA 5 BPP DR – BPP, 0 pts BPP
CGMR NA 5 ED DR – ED, 0 pts ED
DSS NA 5 ED DR – ED, 0 pts ED
EDP NA 5 ED DR – ED, 0 pts ED
ACC-PT Refer to Note 5 5 Overall DR – IN & D
PS Refer to Note 5 5 Overall Tier 2
TMI NA - - -
CRD (BOM, NA 5 CR DR – CR, 0 pts CR
CEXP,
CSUP)
Note 1: Simultaneous requests for different parts within one document or form will be
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Note 2: Unless the first revision is requested from the competition officials, uploading a
revision before such request for a document would automatically make the latest submitted
document the ‘first submission’, and any late submission penalties as per A5.3.1 shall
apply.
Note 3: Maximum of 1 correction request as in until V2, 2 correction requests as in until V3

etc.
Note 4: ‘NA’ refers to documents that do not require a formal approval. However, any ‘NA’
listed documents will directly face penalties as listed in A5.3 and may not receive any prior
notification for a correction request for the same.
Note 5: Comments made by the reviewer on the ACC-PT / PS, or during the ACC-PT / PS
Team Calls must be responded to via the originally submitted ACC-PT / PS only. Concerns
raised must be addressed appropriately, before three weeks of the competition dates, for the
teams Tier level to be assigned (Refer to A5.10).
A5.3.3 The following table indicates penalties and consequences apply to incorrect file naming and
formatting. Please note tables in A5.3.1 and A5.3.2 for column of points’ deduction (i.e.
Overall or Event-Specific with each respective document)
● Incorrect file type: 5 penalty points

● Incorrect file naming: 2 penalty points
● Incorrect template: Considered as non-submission
● Incorrect EDP link within ED supporting document: Considered as non-submission
● Exceeding page / slide limit (this includes a non-required cover page as well): 10
penalty points
● Exceeding pitch or presentation time limit: 10 penalty points
● (For non-template files) Missing Team Number, Team Name, Institution Name,
Document Name in Header and Page number, Total Number of pages in Footer: 0-5
penalty points
● Missed Presentation Session with less than 48 hour notice: 50 points
Note: While there is no penalty for file size, teams are requested to keep to the minimum
possible size to ensure that judges and reviewers can easily download or review the file on
any device and to also ensure that the team avoids uploading issues.
A5.3.4 The competition website will state the last day for approval for certain documents. Any
final document revisions must be submitted at least two weeks before the last day of
approval. Teams which do not have the listed documents approved by the stated deadline on
the competition website will be automatically de-registered from the specific event or from
the competition, as listed in the table in A5.3.1.
A5.4 De-registration
A5.4.1 A team which is de-registered from the competition has a single chance to apply for a place
on the waiting list. A team which is de-registered from specific events in the competition
has a single chance to appeal their status.
A5.4.2 To apply, the team must complete the following within 24 hours after the de-registration
notification:
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● Correct the reason for de-registration (e.g. upload of a document)
A5.4.3 If the application is positively confirmed by the officials, the team will be
● Placed at the end of the waiting list

● Receive 20 penalty points
A5.4.4 Applications will be declined if the rework is inadequate or de-registration was caused by
misbehavior of the team.
A5.5 Photographic Submissions (PS)
A5.5.1 All teams must submit images showing the various views of the vehicle driving prior to the
competition. The checklist of views required, including the method of submission shall be
specified on the competition website.
A5.5.2 Teams that attend other events with their vehicle, in proximity to the next competition, must
ensure that the photos for submission are captured before attending those events to prevent
the situation of missing the submission deadline.
A5.5.2 Teams that attend other events with their vehicle, in proximity to the next competition, must
ensure that the photos for submission are captured before attending those events to prevent
the situation of missing the submission deadline.
A5.6 [Removed]
A5.7 [Removed]
A5.8 Team Member Information (TMI)
A5.8.1 All team members who plan on attending the competition on-site or who would like to
receive participation certificates, must provide details towards the Team Member
Information (TMI) submission available on the competition website by the specified
deadline. This information includes but is not limited to Full Name, Contact Email, Phone
Number, Age, Year of Study, Medical Emergency contact information (which must be next
of kin) etc.
A5.8.2 The TMI submission criteria will be made available on the competition website
approximately two months prior to the event.
No new team member entries shall be allowed past the deadline or on-site.
A5.8.3 The team captain is responsible for confirming participation of team members, [ON-SITE
ONLY] for providing their insurance information and uploading insurance scans, under 18
liability waivers’ scans (if any) and for providing driver license information.
A5.8.4 Confirmed participants with incorrect or incomplete insurance information (including

scanned copies) shall have their participation status revoked on-site at the competition.
A5.8.5 A confirmed registration of 15 team members may not incur any additional registration
fees.
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A5.8.7 Late submission fees and extra member fees shall be on the competition website.
A5.9 Participation Certificates
A5.9.1 Participants who are listed on the TMI with their complete information and have submitted
all relevant documents shall receive a participation certificate within four weeks of the
competition completion.
A5.9.2 The competition organizers shall not be distributing printed (hardcopy) versions of the
certificates. The team may request a signed and stamped letter addressed to their institution
to confirm the list of team members who attended and participated at the event.
A5.10 Teams Categorization
A5.10.1 The competition organizers reserve the right to classify participating teams into Tier 1 and
Tier 2 lines for technical inspection purposes, prior to the competition. This classification is
based on the submission and quality of the Photographic Submissions (PS) ([EV ONLY]
and Accumulator Pre-Tech) and approval status of documents pertaining to IN and D
events.
A5.10.2 Notice for teams categorized as Tier 2 due to poor submissions shall be done by the date
specified on the competition website.
A5.10.3 Tier 1 teams will get prioritized at the Technical Inspection queue over Tier 2 teams.
Comprehensive details on arrival time and registration shall be provided in the competition
website prior to the competition dates.
A5.11 Negative Scoring
A5.11.1 Should the team’s total score or individual static score result in a negative score (as in
below 0 points) due to late submission (A5.3) or delayed correction requests (A5.4)
penalties, the specific result will be capped at 0 points.
A6 GENERAL RULES
A6.1 Arrival and Removal of Vehicle from the Site
A6.1.1 Teams which do not have a ‘DR - IN & D’ status, must arrive with their vehicle to the
competition site within the first two days of the competition during operational hours and
must register for queuing at technical inspection. Teams that do not do so will be
automatically de-registered from further participation in IN and D events.
A6.1.2 [EV ONLY] Teams must present their accumulator for inspection no later than before the
end of the second day of accumulator inspection, as within operational hours, as mentioned
in the competition schedule. Teams that do not do so will be automatically de-registered
from further participation in Accumulator Inspection (IN3), and subsequently in certain IN
events and all D events.
A6.1.3 Teams may remove their vehicle ([EV ONLY] vehicle without tractive system accumulator)
from the competition site during the competition if no technical inspection stickers have
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not allowed to leave the competition site. Doing so without appropriate approvals will result
in removal of the sticker and disqualification from the competition.
A6.1.4 Teams that remove their vehicle from the competition during the competition can only do so
during the site’s operational hours, as per the competition schedule, and will have to make
their own provisions in moving the vehicle in and out of the competition site. Refer to the
competition handbook for further details on restrictions on movement of vehicles off-site
during the competition days.
A6.2 Forfeit for Non-Appearance
A6.2.1 It is the responsibility of each team to be in the right place at the right time.
A6.2.2 If a team is not present and ready to compete at the scheduled time, they forfeit an attempt
at that event.
A6.3 Team and Driver Briefings
A6.3.1 All team captains or designated team representatives must attend the team captains’ briefing
for that day.
A6.3.2 Drivers who have missed attending the driver’s briefing for the day will not be allowed to
drive the car at any event on that particular day.
A6.4 Testing and Work Safety
A6.4.1 Competition organizers are not responsible for the use of the vehicles outside of their
competition.
A6.4.2 The competition officials disassociate themselves from all activities of the teams besides
their own competition and associated events.
A6.4.3 All teams are advised to follow common practices and common sense when working on the
vehicle and when operating the vehicle, before, during and after a competition.
A6.4.4 The vehicles must not participate in events not suitable for this type of vehicles, like hill
climbs, drag races or similar.
A6.4.5 Teams must never use their vehicles for wheel-to-wheel races.
A6.4.6 The following listed requirements are considered the minimum for a testing/operating
environment to qualify as safe. Following these guidelines does not guarantee safety under
all circumstances:
● Driver wearing full protection gear according to T13.3

● Working TSAL, IMD, AMS, ASSI, RES, EBS, APPS/brake pedal plausibility check,
APPS, and ETC plausibility check if applicable
● Rules compliant chassis and mounted impact attenuator
● No other passenger cars, trucks etc. being parked or driven on the same premise at the
same time, unless the areas are clearly separated
● No running under low visibility conditions
● No running at speeds above typical event speeds

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● No running in areas where crashing into obstacles at the height of the driver’s head is
possible, such that parts of the vehicle may pass below an obstacle, but the driver’s
head can be trapped between the obstacle and the main hoop for example.
A6.4.7 Organizers reserve the right to disqualify a team registered for their competition in case of
unsafe driving behavior, especially if the reputation of the competition, sponsors and other
teams is compromised. This includes any questionable material posted on social media by
registered participating teams under the competition.
A6.5 Onsite Working Safety
A6.5.1 Everyone in the dynamic area and everybody working on the vehicle must wear
appropriate, closed-toed shoes.
A6.5.2 When using metal cutting equipment, eye protection is required for the operator as well as
any team member assisting. When operating loud tools, hearing protection is required.
A6.5.3 Any operation producing litter or debris, e.g. cutting of carbon fiber, should not be
performed in the pits.
A6.5.4 When jacking up the vehicle a safe and stable support device rated for the load must be
used.
A6.5.5 The use of motorcycles, quads, scooters, skateboards, rollerblades or similar mobility
devices by team members and spectators in any part of the competition area is prohibited.
Mobility devices used to assist with an individual's medical disability is accepted.
A6.5.6 The use of self-propelled pit carts, tool boxes, tire carriers or similar motorized devices in
any part of the competition site is prohibited.
A6.6 Alcohol and Illegal Material
A6.6.1 Alcohol, illegal drugs, weapons or other illegal material are prohibited on the competition
site during the competition.
A6.6.2 If any team member is tested with an alcohol level higher than 0.0 %, he or she will be
immediately disqualified for the rest of the competition. A second team member being
found to have an alcohol level higher than 0.0 % will result in the entire team being
disqualified immediately.
A6.7 Vehicle Movement
A6.7.1 Vehicles must not move under their own power anywhere other than on the practice or
competition tracks.
A6.7.2 [EV ONLY] The detachable handle or key of the Tractive System Master Switch (TSMS)
must be completely removed and kept by an ESO. The lockout/tagout function of the TSMS
(see EV6.2.2) must be used.
A6.7.3 [EV ONLY] If the vehicle has not passed electrical inspection, the High Voltage Disconnect
(HVD) (see EV4.8) must be disconnected, while the vehicle is moved around on the
competition site. This also includes taking part in static events.
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A6.7.5 Vehicles must be pushed at a normal walking pace by means of a “pushbar” (see T13.1) and
with a team member in the cockpit wearing the required driver equipment (helmet included)
as defined in T13.3 except for arm restraints and balaclava.
A6.7.6 The team member in the cockpit must have full control of steering and braking.
A6.7.7 When the pushbar is attached to the vehicle, the engine/tractive system must remain
switched off.
A6.7.8 Vehicles with wings are required to have two team members walking on either side of the
vehicle whenever the vehicle is being pushed.
A6.8 [CV ONLY] Engine Running
A6.8.1 Running engines is not allowed in the pits.
A6.8.2 Engine running is allowed in the engine test area and in the dynamic area, when the
following conditions are met:
● The vehicle must have passed mechanical inspection.

● The vehicle must be jacked up using a quick jack (see T13.2).
● A driver, wearing required driver equipment (see T13.3), must be seated in the cockpit.
● A fire extinguisher must be immediately available.
● Driven wheels can only remain fitted to the vehicle if they will not rotate.
● No one is allowed under the vehicle while the engine is running.
A6.8.3 Cranking engines in pits is not allowed.
A6.9 Fueling and Oil
A6.9.1 Fueling may only take place at the fuel station and must be conducted by officials only.
A6.9.2 Open fuel containers are not permitted at the competition.
A6.9.3 Waste oil must be taken to the fuel station for disposal.
A6.10 [EV ONLY] Working on the Tractive System
A6.10.1 Activities on the Tractive System (TS), except for the accumulator (see A6.11) must take
place in the pit.
A6.10.2 All activities require the attendance of the ESO.
A6.10.3 For activities on the inactive TS, the following procedure must be carried out:
● The vehicle must be barred from anyone not involved in the work, by using barrier
tape.
● The Tractive System Master Switch (TSMS) must be switched off.
● It must be assured that the TS cannot be restarted, by, at a minimum, using the
lockout/tag out of the TSMS.
● A check for zero-potential must be carried out.
● A sign that declares the vehicle is electrically safe must be installed. The name of the
ESO who is supervising the activities must be noted on the sign. This ESO is the only
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A6.10.4 In case of measurements on the active TS or an activation of the TS in the designated areas
for purposes, the following steps must be followed:
● The vehicle must be barred from anyone not involved in the work, by using barrier
tape.
● The vehicle must be jacked up and the driven wheels removed.
● One team member must be prepared to push a shutdown button at any time.
● The TS must only be activated for as long as necessary.
● Appropriate insulated tools and equipment must be used.
● Safety glasses with side shields and compliant safety gloves must be worn by all
participating team members when parts of the TS are exposed.
● No other work on the vehicle is permitted when the TS is active.
A6.10.5 If the TSAL is flashing red or malfunctioning, the TS is considered as active.
A6.10.6 There must be at least one team member present, who is not directly involved in the work,
but who could assist in case of an incident.
A6.10.7 Turning ON the TS inside pits is restricted. Working on the vehicle with TS ON is only
allowed in the designated areas specified by the officials.
A6.11 [EV ONLY] Working on Tractive System Accumulators
A6.11.1 Opening or working on accumulator containers is only allowed in the provided work places
in the charging area (see A6.12).
A6.11.2 All activities require the attendance of an ESO.
A6.11.3 Whenever the accumulator containers are opened, the cell segments must be separated with
the maintenance plugs (see EV5.4.4).
A6.11.4 Appropriate insulated tools and equipment must be used.
A6.11.5 Safety glasses with side shields and compliant safety gloves must be worn by all
participating team members.
A6.11.6 There must be at least one team member present, who is not directly involved in the work
conducted on the accumulator, but who could assist in case of an incident.
A6.11.7 Moving accumulator cells and/or accumulator segment(s) around at the competition site is
only permitted if they are inside a completely closed accumulator container.
A6.11.8 All parts and modules of the TSAC that are not currently being worked on must be covered
at least according to IPxxB while working on the accumulator container.
A6.11.9 Additional safety measures may be included in the respective competition handbook or on
the competition website.
A6.11.10 The TSAC and any spare cells have to be stored in a designated area specified by
competition officials.
A6.11.11 The TSAC must be stored in designated areas specified by competition officials after the
competition’s daily operational hours, even after a vehicle passes technical inspections. The
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A6.12 [EV ONLY] Charging
A6.12.1 There will be a separated charging area on the competition site. Charging TS accumulators
is only allowed inside this area.
A6.12.2 Accumulators must be removed from the vehicle and placed on the accumulator container
hand cart (see EV8.1) for charging.
A6.12.3 The label EV5.3.6 or an additional label according to EV5.3.6 must be visible during
charging.
A6.12.4 No grinding, drilling, etc. is allowed in the charging area.
A6.12.5 At least one team member who has knowledge of the charging process must stay with the
accumulator(s) during charging.
A6.13 Trash Cleanup
A6.13.1 Cleanup of trash and debris is the responsibility of the teams.
● The team’s work area should be kept uncluttered.

● At the end of the day, each team must clean all debris from their area and help with
maintaining a clean paddock.
A6.13.2 Teams must remove all of their material and trash when leaving the site at the end of the
competition.
A6.13.3 Teams that abandon furniture, or that leave a paddock that requires special cleaning, will be
billed for removal and/or cleanup costs.

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T GENERAL TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
T1 DEFINITIONS
T1.1 Chassis Definitions
T1.1.1 Chassis – The fabricated structural assembly that supports all functional vehicle systems.
This assembly may be a single welded structure, multiple welded structures or a
combination of composite and welded structures.
T 1.1.2 Cockpit – The volume which accommodates the driver which is defined by the top of the
vehicle, the floor closeout, the inner side of the bodywork, the front bulkhead and the
firewall.
T1.1.3 Chassis member – A minimum representative single piece of uncut, continuous tubing or
equivalent structure.
T1.1.4 Front bulkhead – A planar structure that defines the forward plane of the chassis and
provides protection for the driver’s feet (in front view, together with the AIP, covers the
driver’s feet).
T1.1.5 Front bulkhead support (FBHS)– A structure that defines the side of the chassis from front
bulkhead back to the top of the upper side impact structure and the front hoop.
T1.1.6 Front hoop – A roll bar located above the driver’s legs, in proximity to the steering wheel.
T1.1.7 Impact Attenuator (IA) – A deformable, energy absorbing device located forward of the
front bulkhead.
T1.1.8 Main hoop – A roll bar located alongside or just behind the driver’s torso.
T1.1.9 Monocoque – A chassis made of composite material.
T1.1.10 Node-to-node triangulation – An arrangement of chassis members projected onto a plane,

where a co-planar load applied in any direction, at any node, results in only tensile or
compressive forces in the chassis members as shown in Figure 1 (below).
Figure 1: Node-to-node triangulation of chassis members (left correct and right incorrect).

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T1.1.11 Primary structure – The primary structure is comprised of the following components:
● Main hoop
● Front hoop
● Roll hoop braces and supports
● Side impact structure
● Front bulkhead
● Front bulkhead support system
● All chassis members, guides and supports that transfer load from the driver’s restraint
system into the above mentioned components of the primary structure
● [EV ONLY] structures mentioned under EV4.4.2 and EV5.5.2
● [CV ONLY] structures mentioned under CV1.3.2
T1.1.12 Roll hoops – Both the front hoop and the main hoop are classified as “roll hoops”
T1.1.13 Roll hoop bracing – The structure from a roll hoop to the roll hoop bracing support.
T1.1.14 Roll hoop bracing supports – The structure from the lower end of the roll hoop bracing back
to the roll hoop(s).
T1.1.15 Rollover protection envelope – Envelope of the primary structure and any additional
structures fixed to the primary structure which meets the minimum specification defined in
T3.2 or equivalent, see Figure 3.
T1.1.16 Side impact structure – The area of the side of the chassis between the front hoop and the
main hoop and from the chassis floor to the height as required in T3.15 above the lowest
inside chassis point between front hoop and main hoop.
T1.1.17 Surface envelope –The surface envelope is the surface of the union of the rollover
protection envelope, see T1.1.15, and the volume defined by top of the roll bar and the
outside edges of the four tires, see Figure 2.
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Figure 3: Rollover protection envelope T1.1.15, thick lines are primary structure members
according to T3.2
T1.2 Material Definitions
T1.2.1 Fire Retardant – A material meeting one of the following standards:

● UL94 V-0 for the minimum used material thickness
● FAR 25.853(a)(1)(i)
Equivalent standards are only accepted, if the team shows equivalence and this is approved
by the officials prior to the event.
T1.2.2 Coolant - A substance used for heat transfer by convection.
T1.3 Electrical Definitions
T1.3.1 Direct Connection – Two devices or circuits are directly connected if the connection is not
routed through any common PCB and does not include any devices or functionality other
than overcurrent protection or connectors.
T2 GENERAL DESIGN REQUIREMENTS
T2.1 Vehicle Configuration
T2.1.1 The vehicle must be designed and fabricated in accordance with good engineering practices.
T2.1.2 The vehicle must be open-wheeled, single seat and open cockpit (a formula style body) with
four wheels that are not in a straight line.
T2.1.3 Open wheel vehicles must satisfy the following (see also Figure 4):
● The wheel/tire assembly must be unobstructed when viewed from the side.
● No part of the vehicle may enter a keep-out-zone defined by two lines extending
vertically from positions 75 mm in front of and 75 mm behind the outer diameter of the
front and rear tires in the side view of the vehicle, with steering straight ahead. This
keep-out zone extends laterally from the outside plane of the wheel/tire to the inboard
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Figure 4: Keep-out-zones for the definition of an open-wheeled vehicle.
T2.2 Ground Clearance
T2.2.1 The minimum static ground clearance of any portion of the vehicle, other than the tires,
including a driver, must be 30 mm.
T2.2.2 Sliding skirts or other aerodynamic devices that by design, fabrication or as a consequence
of moving, contact the track surface are prohibited.
T2.3 Bodywork
T2.3.1 There must be no openings through the bodywork into the driver compartment other than
that required for the cockpit opening. Minimal openings around the front suspension and
steering system components are allowed.
T2.3.2 Enclosed chassis structures and structures between the chassis and the ground must have
two venting holes of at least 25 mm diameter in the lowest part of the structure to prevent
accumulation of liquids. Additional holes are required when multiple local lowest parts
exist in the structure.
T2.3.3 All edges of the bodywork that could come into contact with a pedestrian must have a
minimum radius of 1 mm.
T2.3.4 The bodywork in front of the front wheels must have a radius of at least 38 mm extending
at least 45° relative to the forward direction, along the top, sides and bottom of all affected
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T2.4 Suspension
T2.4.1 The vehicle must be equipped with fully operational front and rear suspension systems
including shock absorbers and a usable wheel travel of at least 50 mm and a minimum
jounce of 25 mm with driver seated.
T2.4.2 All suspension mounting points must be visible at technical inspection, either by direct
view or by removing any covers.
T2.5 Wheels
T2.5.1 Any wheel mounting system that uses a single retaining nut must incorporate a device to
prevent loosening of the nut and the wheel. A second nut (“jam nut”) does not meet these
requirements.
T2.5.2 Wheel lug bolts and studs must be made of steel or titanium. The team must be able to show
good engineering practice and provide adequate strength by calculations. Wheel lugbolts
and studs must not be hollow.
T2.5.3 Aluminum wheel nuts may be used, but they must be hard anodized and in pristine
condition.
T2.6 Tires
T2.6.1 Vehicles must have two types of tires as follows:
● Dry tires - The tires on the vehicle when it is presented for technical inspection are
defined as its “dry tires”.
● Wet tires - Wet tires may be any size or type of treaded or grooved tire provided:
o The tread pattern or grooves were molded in by the tire manufacturer or were cut
by the tire manufacturer or their appointed agent. Any grooves that have been cut
must have documentary proof that it was done in accordance with these rules.
o There is a minimum tread depth of 2.4 mm.
T2.6.2 Tires on the same axle must have the same manufacturer, size and compound.
T2.6.3 Tire warmers are not allowed.
T2.6.4 Special agents that increase traction may not be added to the tires or track surface.
T2.6.5 A team can choose to use a single set of tires which are designed for “dry” and “wet”
conditions. If so, the tires need to be treaded or grooved compliant to T2.5.1 in order to be
deemed as “fit” to run under “wet” conditions. Tires in violation of T2.5.1 or with no
treads/grooves are not considered “wet” tires, and hence a vehicle with these tires cannot
race if the track is deemed “wet”. However, these tires can be used as dry tires.
T2.6.6 Tires that are specifically constructed by manufacturers to be run in wet conditions can be
used only under "Damp" or "Wet" operating conditions (D3.2.1) of the track and cannot be
used as dry tires.
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T2.7.2 The steering wheel must directly mechanically actuate the front wheels.
T2.7.3 The steering system must have positive steering stops that prevent the steering linkages
from locking up. The stops must be placed on the rack and must prevent the tires and rims
from contacting any other parts. Steering actuation must be possible during standstill.
T2.7.4 Allowable steering system free play is limited to a total of 7° measured at the steering
wheel.
T2.7.5 The steering wheel must be attached to the column with a quick disconnect. The driver
must be able to operate the quick disconnect while in the normal driving position with
gloves on.
T2.7.6 The steering wheel must be no more than 250 mm rearward of the front hoop. This distance
is measured horizontally, on the vehicle centerline, from the rear surface of the front hoop
to the forward most surface of the steering wheel with the steering in any position.
T2.7.7 The steering wheel must have a continuous perimeter that is near circular or near oval. The
outer perimeter profile may have some straight sections, but no concave sections.
T2.7.8 In any angular position, the top of the steering wheel must be no higher than the top-most
surface of the front hoop.
T2.7.9 The steering rack must be mechanically attached to the primary structure.
T2.7.10 Joints between all components attaching the steering wheel to the steering rack must be
mechanical and visible at technical inspection. Bonded joints are allowed in accordance
with T3.2.8.
T2.7.11 Rear wheel steering, which can be electrically actuated, is permitted if mechanical stops
limit the range of angular movement of the rear wheels to a maximum of 6°. This must be
demonstrated with a driver in the vehicle and the team must provide the equipment for the
steering angle range to be verified at technical inspection.
T2.8 Wheelbase
T2.8.1 The vehicle must have a wheelbase of at least 1525 mm.
T2.9 Track and Rollover Stability
T2.9.1 The smaller track of the vehicle (front or rear) must be no less than 75% of the larger track.
T2.9.2 The track and center of gravity of the vehicle must combine to provide adequate rollover
stability.
T3 GENERAL CHASSIS DESIGN
T3.1 General Requirements
T3.1.1 Among other requirements, the vehicle’s structure must include:
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● A front bulkhead with support system and IA

● Side impact structures
T3.2 Minimum Material Requirements
T3.2.1 Table 4 shows the minimum requirements for the members of the primary structure if made
from steel tubing.
T3.2.2 Steel tubing has to be made from unalloyed carbon steel with a maximum content of 0.3%
carbon, 1.7% manganese and 0.6% of any other element. All other steel grades are
considered alternative materials and require additional testing and documentation (see
T3.3).
T3.2.3 Except for inspection holes, any holes drilled in any part which is a member of the primary
structure must be considered in the SES.
Table 4: Minimum Material Requirements
T3.2.4 The steel properties used for the calculations in the SES must be:
Non-welded strength for continuous material calculations:
● Young’s Modulus (E) = 200 GPa

● Yield Strength (Sy) = 305 MPa
● Ultimate Strength (Su) = 365 MPa
Welded strength for discontinuous material such as joint calculations:
● Yield Strength (Sy) = 180 MPa

● Ultimate Strength (Su) = 300 MPa
T3.2.5 Any tubing with a wall thickness less than 1.2 mm or a minimum area moment of inertia
less than 6695 mm4 is considered non-structural and will be ignored when assessing
compliance to any rule regarding the vehicle structure.
T3.2.6 If a member of the primary structure (except for the roll hoops) is a bent tube or made from
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● Have its attachment point at the position along the bend tube where it deviates farthest
from a straight line connecting both ends.
● Be of the same dimension as the supported tube(s).
● Terminate at a node of the chassis.
● Be angled no more than 30° from the plane of the supported tube(s).
T3.2.7 Any welded seams shape must not be mechanically altered in any way.
T3.2.8 Where bonded joints are applicable and governed by the rules, a 50% reduction shall be
applied to all nominal and tested adhesive values. Bonded joints in the primary structure
must be documented in the SES.
T3.3 Alternative Materials
T3.3.1 Alternative materials may be used for all parts of the primary structure and the tractive
system accumulator container with the following exceptions:
● The main hoop and the main hoop bracing must be steel
● The front hoop must be metal
● Any welded structures of the primary structure must be steel
● However, the front hoop may be an aluminum welded structure
T3.3.2 If any other materials than steel tubing are used in the primary structure or the tractive
system accumulator container, physical testing is required to show equivalency to the
minimum material properties for steel in T3.2.
T3.3.3 If alloyed steel as defined by T3.2.2 is used, the team has to include tests and
documentation in the SES to show structural equivalency. This may include, but is not
limited to:
● Receipts and data sheets of the used tubing materials

● Documentation about welding processes and filler materials
● Documentation about heat treatments
● Tests showing adequate strength and elongation at break in the welded condition.
T3.4 Composite Structures
T3.4.1 If composite structures are used in the primary structure or the TSAC, the Flexural Rigidity
(EI) of that structure must be calculated with the tools and formulas in the SES. The actual
geometry and curvature of the panel may be taken into account for the main hoop bracing
support, the front hoop bracing, the front bulkhead support structure, the shoulder harness
bar, the TS and TSAC protective structure. For all other areas the EI must be calculated as
the EI of a flat panel about its neutral axis. This panel must have the same composition as
the structure used in the primary structure or the TSAC.
T3.4.2 If composite materials are used in the primary structure or the TSAC, the SES must include:
● Material type(s)
● Cloth weights
● Resin type
● Fiber orientation
● Number of layers
● Core material
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● 3-point-bend test and shear test data
T3.4.3 For any laminate in the primary structure or the TSAC, the maximum weight content of
parallel fibers, relative to the weight of all fibers in the laminate, is 50%. All fibers laid
within any orientation +/-10° count as parallel in this case.
T3.4.4 Wherever backing plates are required, they must be fully supported by the structure they are
attached to.
T3.4.5 Backing plates must have a continuous perimeter that is near circular or near oval. The
outer perimeter profile may have some straight sections, but no concave sections. Backing
plates must not have any cut-outs within their outside perimeter except for the holes for
bolts.
T3.5 Laminate Testing
T3.5.1 If composite materials are used for any part of the primary structure or the tractive system
accumulator container the team must:
● Build a representative test panel which must measure exactly 275 mm × 500 mm that
has the same design, laminate and fabrication method as used for the respective part of
the primary structure represented as a flat panel. The sides of the test panel must not be
laminated (core material must be visible).
● Perform a 3-point bending test on this panel
The data from these tests and pictures of the test samples and test setup must be included in
the SES. In the pictures, the following must be identifiable: distance between the two
supports, dimensions of the load applicator and test sample marking as per T3.5.4. The test
results must be used to derive strength and stiffness properties used in the SES formula for
all laminate panels.
Representative test panels for parts of the TSAC may use smaller dimensions, provided that
the panel core thickness is 5 mm or smaller. This representative test panel must then
measure 150 mm×275 mm. In this case, the distance between the two test panel supports
must be at least 200 mm and the load applicator must have a radius of at least 5 mm. T3.5.5
and T3.5.6 do not apply.
T3.5.2 If a panel represents side impact structure it must be proven that it has at least the same
properties as two steel tubes meeting the requirements for side impact structure tubes for
buckling modulus, yield strength and absorbed energy.
T3.5.3 Composite structures with different core thicknesses but otherwise identical construction
may use material properties derived from a single test panel. The panel with the thicker core
must be tested and the structure using derived material properties may not use a core
thickness of less than 66 % of the tested panel.
T3.5.4 The test samples must be presented at technical inspection. All samples must be marked
with the following non-removable (e.g.: permanent marker or engraving, but no sticker)
information: laminated structure acronym and date of testing.
T3.5.5 The distance between the two test panel supports must be at least 400 mm.
T3.5.6 The load applicator used to test any panel or tube must be metallic and have a radius of 50
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T3.5.7 The load applicator must overhang the test piece to prevent edge loading.
T3.5.8 There must be no material between the load applicator and the test piece.
T3.5.9 Perimeter shear tests must be completed which measure the force required to push or pull a
25 mm diameter flat punch through a flat laminate sample. The sample must be at least 100
mm × 100 mm. Core and skin thicknesses must be identical to those used in the actual
chassis structure and be manufactured using the same materials and processes.
T3.5.10 The test fixture must support the entire sample, except for a 32 mm hole aligned co-axially
with the punch. The sample must not be clamped to the fixture.
T3.6 Structural Documentation
T3.6.1 All teams must submit a Structural Equivalency Spreadsheet (SES).
T3.6.2 The SES spreadsheet form can be downloaded from the competition website.
T3.6.3 Removed.
T3.6.4 Vehicles must be fabricated in accordance with the materials and processes described in the
SES.
T3.6.5 Teams must bring a copy of the approved SES to technical inspection.
T3.7 Roll Hoops
T3.7.1 Both roll hoops must be securely integrated to the primary structure using node-to-node
triangulation or equivalent joining methods.
T3.7.2 The minimum radius of any bend, measured at the tube centerline, must be at least three
times the tube outside diameter. Bends must be smooth and continuous with no evidence of
crimping or wall failure. The minimum area moment of inertia (see T3.2) must be
maintained in all areas, including the bends of the manufactured tubes.
T3.7.3 In a plane perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the vehicle and through the lower
endpoints of the roll hoop, no part of the primary structure may lie below 30 mm of the
endpoints of the roll hoop.
T3.7.4 Roll hoops attached to a composite primary structure must be mechanically attached at the
top and bottom of both sides of the structure and at intermediate locations if needed to show
equivalency. The lower roll hoop tubing attachment points must be within 50 mm of the
endpoints of the roll hoop.
T3.7.5 Mounting plates welded to the roll hoops must be at least 2 mm thick steel or 3 mm thick
aluminum, dependent on the roll hoop material.
T3.7.6 Both roll hoops must have one 4.5 mm hole in a non-critical straight location and its surface
at this point must be unobstructed for at least 180°.
T3.8 Main Hoop
T3.8.1 The main hoop must be constructed of a single piece of uncut, continuous, closed section
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T3.8.2 In the side view the portion of the main hoop which is above its upper attachment point to
the side impact structure must be inclined less than 10° from vertical.
T3.8.3 In the side view any bends in the main hoop above its upper attachment point to the primary
structure must be braced to a node of the main hoop bracing support structure with tubing
meeting the requirements of main hoop bracing.
T3.8.4 In the side view any portion lower than the upper attachment point to the side impact
structure must be inclined either forward or not more than 10° rearward.
T3.9 Front Hoop
T3.9.1 The front hoop must be constructed of a continuous and closed section.
T3.9.2 If the front hoop is made from more than one piece it must be supported by node-to-node
triangulation or an equivalent construction.
T3.9.3 In the side view, no part of the front hoop can be inclined more than 20° from vertical.
T3.9.4 If the front hoop is a welded construction made from multiple aluminum profiles, the
equivalent yield strength must be considered in the as-welded condition unless the team
demonstrates and shows proof that it has been properly solution heat treated and artificially
aged. The team must supply sufficient documentation proving the appropriate heat
treatment process was performed.
T3.9.5 The front hoop requires six attachment points, two on each side connecting to the front
bulkhead support structures and two connecting to the front hoop bracing, and must
therefore show equivalency to 180 kN, as follows from T3.16.1 and T3.11.4.
T3.9.6 Fully laminating the front hoop to the monocoque is acceptable. Fully laminating means
that the hoop has to be encapsulated with laminate around its whole circumference, see
Figure 5. Equivalence to T3.7.4 must be shown in the SES. The laminate encapsulating the
front hoop must overlap by at least 25 mm on each side. It must have the same lay-up as the
laminate that it is connecting to.
Figure 5: Front hoop laminating requirements
T3.10 Main Hoop Bracing
T3.10.1 The main hoop must be supported to the front or the rear by bracing tubes on each side of
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T3.10.2 In the side view the main hoop and the main hoop braces must not lie on the same side of a
vertical line coincident with the top of the main hoop.
T3.10.3 The main hoop braces must be attached to the main hoop no lower than 160 mm below the
top-most surface of the main hoop. The included angle formed by the main hoop and the
main hoop braces must be at least 30°.
T3.10.4 The main hoop braces must be straight.
T3.10.5 The lower ends of the main hoop braces must be supported back to the upper attachment
point of the main hoop to the side impact structure and to the lower attachment point of the
main hoop to the side impact structure by a node-to-node triangulated structure or
equivalent composite structure.
T3.10.6 If any item which extends outside of the primary structure is attached to the main hoop
braces, additional bracing is required to prevent bending loads in a rollover situation.
T3.11 Front Hoop Bracing
T3.11.1 The front hoop bracing attaches on each side of the front hoop as well as the structure
forward of the driver’s feet. A minimum of two tubes without any bends must be straight on
a line in the side view of the frame and must have a minimum distance of 100 mm between
each other at the front hoop.
T3.11.2 The front hoop bracing structure must be attached no lower than 50 mm below the top-most
surface of the front hoop, see Figure 6.
T3.11.3 If the front hoop is inclined more than 10° to the rear, additional braces extending rearwards
are required.
T3.11.4 Composite front hoop bracing structures and their attachments cannot be counted towards
the front bulkhead support structures and vice-versa for the structural equivalency
documentation.
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T3.12 Mechanically Attached Roll Hoop Bracing
T3.12.1 Any non-welded joint at either end of a bracing must be either a double-lug joint (Figure 7)
or a sleeved joint (Figure 8).
T3.12.2 If threaded fasteners are used they are considered critical fasteners and must comply with
T10.1.
T3.12.3 Spherical rod ends are prohibited.
T3.12.4 Double lug-joints must include a capping arrangement, see Figure 6.
T3.12.5 In a double-lug joint each lug must be at least 4.5 mm thick and the pin or bolt must be 10
mm metric grade 8.8 minimum. The attachment holes in the lugs and in the attached
bracing must be a close fit with the pin or bolt.
T3.12.6 For sleeved joints the sleeve must have a minimum length of 38 mm either side of the joint
and be a close-fit around the base tubes. The wall thickness of the sleeve must be at least
that of the bracing tubes. The bolts must be 6 mm metric grade 8.8 minimum. The holes in
the sleeves and tubes must be a close-fit with the bolts.
Figure 7: Double lug joint
Figure 8: Sleeved joint

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T3.12.6 For sleeved joints the sleeve must have a minimum length of 38 mm either side of the joint
and be a close-fit around the base tubes. The wall thickness of the sleeve must be at least
that of the bracing tubes. The bolts must be 6 mm metric grade 8.8 minimum. The holes in
the sleeves and tubes must be a close-fit with the bolts.
T3.13 Front Bulkhead
T3.13.1 Any alternative material used for the front bulkhead must have a perimeter shear strength
equivalent to a 1.5 mm thick steel plate.
T3.13.2 If the front bulkhead is part of a composite structure and is modeled as an "L'' shape, the
El of the front bulkhead about the vertical and lateral axes must be equivalent to a steel
tube meeting the requirements for the front bulkhead. The length of the section
perpendicular to the bulkhead may be a maximum of 25 mm measured from the rearmost
face of the bulkhead.
T3.14 Front Bulkhead Support
T3.14.1 The front bulkhead must be supported back to the front hoop by a minimum of three tubes
on each side; an upper member, a lower member and diagonal bracing to provide
triangulation.
● The upper support member must be attached to the front bulkhead a

maximum of 50 mm below the top-most surface of the front bulkhead, and
attached to the front hoop a maximum of 50 mm below the upper side
impact member. If the attachment point of the upper member is greater than
100 mm above the upper side impact member, node-to-node triangulated
bracing is required to transfer load to the main hoop.
● The lower support member must be attached to the base of the front
bulkhead and the base of the front hoop.
● The diagonal bracing must triangulate the upper and lower support
members’ node-to- node.
T3.14.2 If the front bulkhead support is part of a composite structure, it must have equivalent EI to
the sum of the EI of the six baseline steel tubes that it replaces and it must not be counted
towards the composite front hoop bracing structures for the structural equivalency
documentation (i.e. T3.11.4).
T3.14.3 The EI of the vertical side of the front bulkhead support structure must be equivalent to at
least the EI of one baseline steel tube that it replaces.
T3.14.4 The perimeter shear strength of the monocoque laminate in the front bulkhead support
structure must be at least 4 kN.
T3.15 Side Impact Structure
T3.15.1 The side impact structure must consist of at least three steel tubes (see T3.2) on each side of
the cockpit (Figure 9).
● The upper member must connect the main hoop and the front hoop.
● The upper member must be at a height between 240 mm and 320 mm above the lowest
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● The lower member must connect the bottom of the main hoop and the bottom of the
front hoop.
● The diagonal member must triangulate the upper and lower member between the roll
hoops node-to-node.
T3.15.2 If the side impact structure is part of a composite structure, the following is required:
● The region that is longitudinally forward of the main hoop and aft of the front hoop
and vertical from the bottom surface of the chassis to 320mm above the lowest inside
chassis point between the front and main hoop must have an EI equal to the three
baseline steel tubes that it replaces, see Figure 10.
● The vertical side impact structure must have an EI equivalent to two baseline steel
tubes and half the horizontal floor must have an EI equivalent to one baseline steel
tube.
● The vertical side impact structure must have an absorbed energy equivalent to two
baseline steel tubes.
● The perimeter shear strength must be at least 7.5 kN.
Figure 9: Side impact structure

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Figure 10: Side impact structure monocoque
T3.16 Bolted Primary Structure Attachments
T3.16.1 If two parts of the primary structure are bolted together, each attachment point between the
two parts must be able to carry a load of 30 kN in any direction.
T3.16.2 Data obtained from the laminate perimeter shear strength test must be used to prove that
adequate shear area is provided.
T3.16.3 Each attachment point requires a minimum of two 8 mm metric grade 8.8 bolts and steel
backing plates with a minimum thickness of 2 mm.
T3.16.4 For the attachment of front hoop bracing, main hoop bracing and main hoop bracing
support to the primary structure the use of one 10 mm metric grade 8.8 bolt is sufficient, if
the bolt is on the centerline of the tube, see Figure 11.
T3.16.5 When using bolted joints within the primary structure, no crushing of the laminate core
material is permitted.
T3.16.6 For the AIP to front bulkhead attachment, and if two panels or plates of the primary
structure are bolted together, for each 200 mm of reference perimeter a minimum of one
8mm metric grade 8:8 bolt(s) must be used, rounded up to the next integer. Smaller, but
more, bolts may be used, if equivalency is shown. The bolts must be evenly distributed over
the circumference using good engineering practices. The reference perimeter is the outside
perimeter of the attached part at the connection. The bolts are considered critical fasteners
and must comply with T10.
Figure 11: Bolted roll hoop bracing support
T3.17 Impact Attenuator (IA)
T3.17.1 Each vehicle must be equipped with an IA.
T3.17.2 The IA must be:
● Installed forward of the front bulkhead.

● At least 100 mm high and 200 mm wide for a minimum distance of 200 mm forward
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● No portion of the required 100 X 200 X 200 mm³ volume of the IA can be positioned
more than 350 mm above the ground
● Not able to penetrate the front bulkhead in the event of an impact.
● Attached securely and directly to the AIP.
● Not part of the non-structural bodywork.
● Designed with a closed front section.
● Cannot be wider or higher than the AIP.
T3.17.3 On all vehicles, a 1.5 mm solid steel or 4.0 mm solid aluminum AIP must be integrated into
the IA.
● If the IA and AIP (IA assembly) are bolted to the front bulkhead, it must be the same
size as the outside dimensions of the front bulkhead.
● If it is welded to the front bulkhead, it must extend at least to the centerline of the front
bulkhead tubing in all directions.
● The AIP must not extend past the outside edges of the front bulkhead.
T3.17.4 Alternative AIP designs are permissible if equivalency to T3.17.3 is proven, either by
physical testing as in T3.19.2.
T3.17.5 The IA may be attached to the AIP by a minimum of four 8 mm metric grade 8:8 bolts. The
bolts are considered critical fasteners and must comply with T10.
T3.17.6 The attachment of the IA assembly must be designed to provide an adequate load path for
transverse and vertical loads in the event of off-center and off-axis impacts. Segmented
foam attenuators must have the segments bonded together to prevent sliding or
parallelogramming.
T3.17.7 The attachment of the IA assembly to a monocoque structure requires an approved

“Structural Equivalency Spreadsheet” per T3.6 that shows equivalency to a minimum of
eight 8 mm metric grade 8.8 bolts.
T3.17.7 A team may use one of the “standard” FSAE IAs, in order to avoid testing, provided that:
● if the front bulkhead width is larger than 400mm and/or its height is larger than 350mm
a diagonal or X-bracing that is a front bulkhead support tube or an approved equivalent
per T3.2, must be included in the front bulkhead. Or equivalent for monocoque
bulkheads.
● must use a 1.5 mm solid steel AIP that is welded along its full perimeter to a steel
bulkhead or use a 4 mm solid aluminum AIP that is bolted to any bulkhead with a
minimum of eight 8 mm metric grade 8.8 bolts.
● if the “standard” honeycomb IA is used, the IA must be of pre-crushed type.
T3.17.8 If the standard IA is used, but does not comply with the requirements of T3.17.7, physical
testing must be carried out to prove that the AIP does not permanently deflect more than 25
mm.
T3.18 Impact Attenuator Data Requirement
T3.18.1 All teams must submit an IA data report using the Impact Attenuator Data (IAD) template
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T3.19 Impact Attenuator Test Requirements
T3.19.1 The IA assembly, when mounted on the front of a vehicle with a total mass of 300 kg and
impacting a solid, non-yielding impact barrier with a velocity of impact of 7 m/s, must meet
the following requirements:
● Decelerate the vehicle at a rate not exceeding 20 g average and 40 g peak.

● The energy absorbed in this event must meet or exceed 7350 J.
● Teams using the standard IA are not required to submit test data with their IAD report,
but all other requirements must be included.
T3.19.2 During the IA test:
● The IA must be attached to the AIP using the intended vehicle attachment method.
● The IA assembly must be attached to a test fixture that has geometry representative of
the intended chassis and equal or higher stiffness and strength representative of the
intended chassis. When alternative materials are used for the AIP, the test fixture must
be a copy of the intended primary structure (i.e. materials, lay-up, joining methods).
● There must be at least 50 mm clearance rearwards of the AIP to the test fixture.
● No part of the AIP may permanently deflect more than 25 mm beyond the position of
the AIP before the test.
T3.19.3 Teams using IAs (typically structural noses) directly attached to the front bulkhead, which
shortcut the load path through the bulk of the AIP, must conduct an additional test. This test
must prove that the AIP can withstand a load of 120 kN (300 kg multiplied by 40 g), where
the load applicator matches the minimum IA dimensions.
T3.19.4 Vehicles with aerodynamic devices and/or sensors in front of the front bulkhead must not
exceed the peak deceleration of T3.19.1 for the combination of their IA assembly and the
non-crushable object(s). Any of the following three methods may be used to prove the
design does not exceed 120 kN:
● Physical testing of the IA assembly including any attached non-crushable object(s) or

structurally representative dummies thereof in front of the AIP.
● Combining the peak force from physical testing of the IA assembly with the failure
load for the mounting of the non-crushable object(s), calculated from fastener shear
and/or link buckling.
● Combining the “standard” IA peak load of 95 kN with the failure load for the
mounting of the non-crushable object(s), calculated from fastener shear and/or link
buckling.
T3.19.5 Dynamic testing (sled, pendulum, drop tower, etc.) of the IA may only be conducted at a
dedicated test facility. This facility may be part of the university, but must be supervised by
professional staff. Teams are not allowed to design their own dynamic test apparatus.
T3.19.6 When using acceleration data from the dynamic test, the average deceleration must be
calculated based on the raw unfiltered data. If peaks above the 40 g limit are present in the
data, a 100 Hz, 3rd order, low pass Butterworth (−3 dB at 100 Hz) filter may be applied.
T3.19.7 Conducting an IA test by using a manned student vehicle prototype to drive (powered or
unpowered) into any structure, will result in de-registration of the team from the
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T3.20 Non-Crushable Objects
T3.20.1 All non-crushable objects (e.g. pedals, master cylinders, hydraulic reservoirs) must be
rearward of the rearmost plane of the front bulkhead and at least 25 mm behind the AIP at
any time, except for environment perception sensors, aerodynamic devices and their
mountings.
T4 COCKPIT
T4.1 Cockpit Opening
T4.1.1 The size of the cockpit opening needs to be sufficient for the template shown on the left in
Figure 11 to pass vertically from the opening below the top of the side impact structure
when held horizontally. The template may be moved fore and aft.
T4.1.2 If the side impact structure is not made of tubes, the template must pass until it is 320 mm
above the lowest inside chassis point between the front and main hoop.
T4.1.3 The steering wheel, seat and all padding may be removed for the template to fit. Any other
parts may only be removed if they are integrated with the steering wheel.
T4.2 Cockpit Internal Cross Section
T4.2.1 The cockpit must provide a free internal cross section sufficient for the template shown on
the right in Figure 12 to pass from the cockpit opening to a point 100 mm rearwards of the
face of the rearmost pedal in an inoperative position. The template may be moved up and
down. Adjustable pedals must be in their most forward position.
T4.2.2 The steering wheel and any padding that can be removed without the use of tools while the
driver is seated may be removed for the template to fit.
T4.2.3 The driver’s feet and legs must be completely contained within the primary structure when
the driver is seated normally and the driver’s feet are touching the pedals. In the side and
front views, any part of the driver’s feet or legs must not extend above or outside of this
structure.
T4.3 Percy (95th percentile male)
T4.3.1 When seated normally and restrained by the driver’s restraint system, the helmet of a 95th
percentile male and all of the team’s drivers must, see Figure 13:
● Be a minimum of 50 mm away from the straight line drawn from the top of the main
hoop to the top of the front hoop.
● Be a minimum of 50 mm away from the straight line drawn from the top of the main
hoop to the lower end of the main hoop bracing if the bracing extends rearwards.
● Be no further rearwards than the rear surface of the main hoop if the main hoop
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Figure 12: Cockpit opening template (left) and cockpit internal cross section template (right)
T4.3.2 The 95th percentile male is represented by a two dimensional figure consisting of two
circles of 200 mm diameter (one representing the hips and buttocks and one representing
the shoulder region) and one circle of 300 mm (representing the head with helmet).
T4.3.3 The two 200 mm circles are connected by a straight line measuring 490 mm. The 300 mm
circle is connected by a straight line measuring 280 mm with the upper 200 mm circle.
T4.3.4 The figure has to be positioned in the vehicle as follows, see Figure 14:
● The seat adjusted to the rearmost position

● The pedals adjusted to the front-most position
● The bottom 200 mm circle is placed on the seat bottom. The distance between the
center of the circle and the rearmost actuation face of the pedals must be minimum 915
mm.
● The middle circle positioned on the seat back
● The upper 300 mm circle is positioned 25 mm away from the head restraint.
T4.4 Side Tubes
T4.4.1 If there is any chassis member alongside the driver at the height of the neck of any of the
drivers in the team, a metal tube or piece of sheet metal must be attached to the chassis to
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Figure13: Minimum helmet clearance
Figure 14: Percy placement
T4.5 Driver’s Harness Attachment
T4.5.1 Any harness attachment to a monocoque must be using one 10 mm metric grade 8.8 bolt or
two 8 mm metric grade 8.8 bolts (or bolts of an equivalent norm) and steel backing plates
with a minimum thickness of 2 mm.
T4.5.2 Any harness that is fastened to the primary structure using brackets must use two 8 mm
metric grade 8.8 or stronger fasteners.
T4.5.3 It must be proven that the attachments for shoulder and lap belts can support a load of 13
kN and the attachment points of the anti-submarine belts can support a load of 6.5 kN.
T4.5.4 If the lap belts and anti-submarine belts are attached less than 100 mm apart, these must
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T4.5.5 If the belts are attached to a laminated structure or the mounting brackets and tabs are not
made from steel at least 1.6 mm or aluminum at least 4.0 mm thick, physical testing is
required. The following requirements must be met:
● Load is applied to a test sample representing the tubular or laminated structure and
must use the same brackets and tabs
● Edges of the test fixture supporting the sample must be a minimum of 125 mm from
the load application point.
● The width of the shoulder harness test sample must not be any wider than the shoulder
harness panel height used to show equivalency for the shoulder harness mounting bar.
● Designs with attachments near a free edge may not support the free edge during the
test.
● Harness loads must be tested with the worst case for the range of the angles specified
for the driver’s harness.
T4.6 Driver’s Seat
T4.6.1 The lowest point of the driver’s seat must in the side view not extend below the upper face
of the lowest side impact structure member or have a longitudinal tube (or tubes) that meet
the material requirements for the side impact structure (T3.2), passing underneath the
lowest point of the seat.
T4.6.2 Adequate heat insulation must be provided to ensure that the driver is not able to contact
any parts of the vehicle with a surface temperature above 60°C. The insulation may be
external to the cockpit or incorporated with the driver’s seat or firewall. The design must
address all three types of heat transfer with the following minimum requirements between
the heat source and the part that the driver could contact:
(a) Conduction insulation by:

o No direct contact, or
o A heat resistant, conduction insulation material with a minimum thickness of 8
mm.
(b) Convection insulation by a minimum air gap of 25 mm.
(c) Radiation insulation by:
i. A solid metal heat shield with a minimum thickness of 0.4 mm or
ii. Reflective foil or tape when combined with T4.6.2.a.ii.
T4.7 Floor Closeout
T4.7.1 All vehicles must have a floor closeout made of one or more panels, which separate the
driver from the ground.
T4.7.2 The closeout must extend from the front bulkhead to the firewall.
T4.7.3 The panels must be made of a solid, non-brittle material.
T4.7.4 If multiple panels are used, gaps between panels may not exceed 3 mm.
T4.8 Firewall
T4.8.1 A firewall must separate the driver compartment from all components of the fuel supply
system, hydraulic fluid (except brake system and dampers), flammable liquids, the low
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T4.8.2 The firewall must cover any straight line between the parts mentioned in T4.8.1 and any
part of the tallest driver below a plane 100 mm above the bottom of the helmet.
T4.8.3 The firewall must be a non-permeable surface made from a rigid, fire resistant material (see
T1.2.1) which must be rigidly mounted to the vehicle’s structure.
T4.8.4 Any firewall must seal completely against the passage of fluids, especially at the sides and
the floor of the cockpit.
T4.8.5 Pass-throughs for wiring, cables, etc. are permitted if grommets are used to seal the pass-
through.
T4.8.6 Multiple panels may be used to form the firewall but must overlap at least 5mm and be
sealed at the joints. Any sealing material must not be vital to the structural integrity of the
firewall.
T4.8.7 [EV ONLY] The tractive system firewall between driver and tractive system components
must be composed of two layers:
● One layer, facing the tractive system side, must be made of aluminum with a thickness
of at least 0.5 mm. This part of the tractive system firewall must be grounded
according to EV3.1.
● The second layer, facing the driver, must be made of an electrically insulating and fire
retardant material (see T1.2.1). The second layer must not be made of CFRP.
● The thickness of the second layer must be sufficient to prevent penetrating this layer
with a 4 mm wide screwdriver and 250 N of force.
A sample of the tractive system firewall must be presented at technical inspection.
T4.8.8 [EV ONLY] Conductive parts (except for the chassis) may not protrude through the TS
firewall or must be properly insulated on the driver’s side. The driver must not be able to
touch uninsulated firewall mounting points while operating the vehicle.
T4.8.9 [EV ONLY] TS parts outside of the envelope (see EV4.4.3) do not need a firewall.
T4.9 Accessibility of Controls
T4.9.1 All vehicle controls must be operated from inside the cockpit without any part of the driver,
e.g. hands, arms or elbows, being outside the vertical planes tangent to the outermost
surface of the side impact structure.
T4.10 Driver Visibility
T4.10.1 The driver must have adequate visibility to the front and sides of the vehicle. Seated in a
normal driving position, the driver must have a minimum field of vision of 100° to either
side. The required visibility may be obtained by the driver turning their head and/or the use
of mirrors.
T4.10.2 If mirrors are required to meet T4.10.1, they must remain in place and be adjusted to enable
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T4.11 Driver Egress
T4.11.1 All drivers must be able to exit to the side of the vehicle in less than 5 s with the driver in
the fully seated position, hands in the driving position on the connected steering wheel (in
all possible steering positions) and wearing the required driver equipment as in T13.3. The
egress time will stop when the driver has both feet on the ground.
T5 DRIVER RESTRAINT SYSTEM
T5.1 Definitions
T5.1.1 6-point system – Consists of a two-piece lap belt (minimum width 50 mm), two shoulder
straps (minimum width 75 mm) and two leg or anti-submarine straps (minimum width 50
mm).
T5.1.2 7-point system – Same as the 6-point system except it has three anti-submarine straps.
T5.1.3 Upright driving position – Position with a seat back angled at 30° or less from the vertical
as measured along the line joining the two 200 mm circles of the 95th percentile male
template as defined in T4.3 and positioned per T4.3.4.
T5.1.4 Reclined driving position – Position with a seat back angled at more than 30° from the
vertical as measured along the line joining the two 200 mm circles of the 95th percentile
male template as defined in T4.3 and positioned per T4.3.4.
T5.2 Belts - General
T5.2.1 All drivers must use a 6-point or 7-point restraint harness meeting the following
specifications:
● All driver restraint systems must meet SFI Specification 16.1, SFI Specification 16.5,
SFI Specification 16.6, FIA specification 8853/2016.
● The belts must bear the appropriate dated labels.
● The material of all straps must be in perfect condition.
● There must be a single metal-to-metal latch type quick release for all straps.
● All lap belts must incorporate a tilt lock adjuster (“quick adjuster”). A tilt lock adjuster
in each portion of the lap belt is highly recommended. Lap belts with “pull-up”
adjusters are recommended over “pull-down” adjusters.
● Vehicles with a “reclined driving position” must have either anti-submarine belts with
tilt lock adjusters (“quick adjusters”) or have two sets of anti-submarine belts installed.
● The shoulder harness must be the “over-the-shoulder type”. Only separate shoulder
straps are permitted (i.e. “Y”-type shoulder straps are not allowed). The “H”-type
configuration is allowed.
● The shoulder harness straps must be threaded through the three bar adjusters in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
● When a HANS device is used by the driver, FIA certified 50 mm wide shoulder
harnesses are allowed.
T5.2.2 SFI spec harnesses must be replaced following December 31st of the 2nd year after the date
of manufacture as indicated by the label. FIA spec harnesses must be replaced following
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Note: Teams competing at Formula Bharat may extend the use of the harness until January
31st of the 3rd year after the date of manufacture as indicated by the label.
T5.2.3 The restraint system must be worn tightly at all times.
T5.3 Belt, Strap and Harness Installation - General
T5.3.1 The lap belt, shoulder harness and anti-submarine strap(s) must be securely mounted to the
primary structure. This structure and any guide or support for the belts must meet the
minimum requirements of T3.2.
T5.3.3 Harnesses, belts and straps must not pass through a firewall, i.e. all harness attachment
points must be on the driver’s side of any firewall.
T5.3.4 The attachment of the driver’s restraint system to a monocoque structure requires an
approved SES per T3.6. The lap belts and anti-submarine belts must not be routed over the
sides of the seat. Where the belts or harness pass through a hole in the seat, the seat must be
rolled or grommeted to prevent chafing of the belts.
T5.4 Lap Belt Mounting
T5.4.1 The lap belt must pass around the pelvic area below the anterior superior iliac spines (the
hip bones).
T5.4.2 The lap belts should come through the seat at the bottom of the sides of the seat to
maximize the wrap of the pelvic surface and continue in a straight line to the anchorage
point.
T5.4.3 In the side view, the lap belt must be capable of pivoting freely by using either a shouldered
bolt or an eye bolt attachment.
T5.4.4 With an “upright driving position”, in the side view the lap belt must be at an angle of
between 45° and 65° to the horizontal.
T5.4.5 With a “reclined driving position”, in the side view the lap belt must be between an angle of
60° and 80° to the horizontal.
T5.4.6 The centerline of the lap belt at the seat bottom should be between 0 mm to 76 mm forward
of the seat back to seat bottom junction as in Figure 14 (below).
T5.5 Shoulder Harness
T5.5.1 The shoulder harness must be mounted behind the driver to a structure that meets the
requirements of the primary structure. However, it cannot be mounted to the main hoop
bracing or attendant structure without additional bracing to prevent loads being transferred
into the main hoop bracing.
T5.5.2 If the harness is mounted to a tube that is not straight, the joints between this tube and the
structure to which it is mounted must be reinforced in the side view by triangulation tubes
to prevent torsional rotation of the harness mounting tube. Supporting calculations are
required. Analysis method: Use 7 kN load per attachment and the range of angles in T5.5.5,
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yield strength T3.2.4 for combined bending and shear and does not fail in column buckling.
If the team chooses not to perform the strength analysis T3.2.6 will apply.
T5.5.3 The strength of any shoulder harness bar bracing tubes must be proved in the relevant tab of
the team’s SES submission.
T5.5.4 The shoulder harness mounting points must be between 180 mm and 230 mm apart,
measured center to center.
T5.5.5 From the driver’s shoulders rearwards to the mounting point or structural guide, the
shoulder harness must be between 10° above the horizontal and 20° below the horizontal as
in Figure 14.
Figure 15: Lap belt and shoulder harness mounting
T5.6 Anti-Submarine Belt Mounting
T5.6.1 The anti-submarine belts of a 6 point harness should be mounted in one of the following
setups:
● With the belts going vertically down from the groin, or angled up to 20° rearwards.
The anchorage points should be approximately 100 mm apart.
● With the anchorage points on the primary structure at or near the lap belt anchorages,
the driver sitting on the anti-submarine belts and the belts coming up around the groin
to the release buckle.
T5.7 Head Restraint
T5.7.1 A head restraint must be provided on the vehicle to limit the rearward motion of the driver's
head.
T5.7.2 The head restraint must:
● Be vertical or near vertical in the side view.

● Be padded with an energy absorbing material with a minimum thickness of 40 mm
that meets either the SFI 45.2 standard, or is listed in the FIA technical list no 17 as a
type B material for single seater cars.
● Have a minimum width and height of 150 mm.
● Be located so that for each driver:
o The restraint is no more than 25 mm away from the back of the driver's helmet,
with the driver in their normal driving position.

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o The contact point of the back of the driver's helmet on the head restraint is no less
than 50 mm from any edge of the head restraint.
T5.7.3 The head restraint, its attachment and its mounting must withstand a force of 890 N applied
in the rearward direction at any point on its surface.
T5.8 Roll Bar Padding
T5.8.1 Any portion of the roll bar, roll bar bracing or chassis which might be contacted by the
driver's helmet must be covered with a minimum thickness of 12 mm of padding which
meets SFI spec 45.1 or FIA 8857-2001.
T5.9 Driver’s Leg Protection
T5.9.1 All moving suspension and steering components and other sharp edges inside the cockpit
between the front hoop and a vertical plane 100 mm rearward of the pedals, must be
shielded with solid material.
T5.9.2 Covers over suspension and steering components must be removable to allow inspection of
the mounting points.
T6 BRAKE SYSTEM
T6.1 Brake System - General
T6.1.1 The vehicle must be equipped with a hydraulic brake system that acts on all four wheels
and is operated by a single control.
T6.1.2 The brake system must have two independent hydraulic circuits such that in the case of a
leak or failure at any point in the system, effective braking power is maintained on at least
two wheels. Each hydraulic circuit must have its own fluid reserve, either by the use of
separate reservoirs or by the use of a dammed reservoir.
T6.1.3 The brake system must be sealed to prevent leakage.
T6.1.4 A single brake acting on a limited-slip differential is acceptable.
T6.1.4 “Brake-by-wire” systems are prohibited.
T6.1.5 Unarmored plastic brake lines are prohibited.
T6.1.6 The brake system must be protected from failure of the drivetrain (see T7.3.2) from
touching any movable part and from minor collisions.
T6.1.7 In the side view any portion of the brake system that is mounted on the sprung part of the
vehicle must not project below the lower surface of the chassis.
T6.1.8 The brake pedal and its mounting must be designed to withstand a force of 2 kN without
any failure of the brake system or pedal box. This may be tested by pressing the pedal with
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T6.1.9 The brake pedal must be fabricated from steel or aluminum or machined from steel,
aluminum or titanium.
T6.1.10 [EV ONLY] The first 90% of the brake pedal travel may be used to regenerate brake energy
without actuating the hydraulic brake system. The remaining brake pedal travel must
directly actuate the hydraulic brake system, but brake energy regeneration may remain
active.
T6.2 Brake Over-Travel Switch (BOTS)
T6.2.1 A brake pedal over-travel switch must be installed on the vehicle as part of the shutdown
circuit, as in EV6 or CV4.1. This switch must be installed so that in the event of a failure in
at least one of the brake circuits the brake pedal over travel will result in the shutdown
circuit being opened. This must function for all possible brake pedal and brake balance
settings without damaging any part of the vehicle.
T6.2.2 Repeated actuation of the switch must not close the shutdown circuit, and it must be
designed so that the driver cannot reset it.
T6.2.3 The brake over travel-switch must be a mechanical single pole, single throw switch,
commonly known as a two-position switch, push-pull or flip type, it may consist of a series
connection of switches.
T6.3 Brake Light
T6.3.1 The vehicle must be equipped with one brake light that is illuminated if and only if
● the hydraulic brake system is actuated

● [EV ONLY] or the electric brake system is actuated (see EV2.2.2)
T6.3.2 The brake light must meet the following requirements:
● A red light with a black background.

● Rectangular, triangular or near round shape.
● Minimum shining surface of 15 cm2 with even luminous intensity.
● Clearly visible from the rear in very bright sunlight.
● When LED lights are used without a diffuser, they may not be more than 20 mm apart.
● If a single line of LEDs is used, the minimum length is 150 mm.
T6.3.3 In the side view, the brake light must be oriented vertical or near vertical and mounted
between the wheel centerline and driver’s shoulder level. Viewed from the back it should be
positioned approximately at the vehicle’s centerline.
T7 POWERTRAIN
T7.1 Transmission and Drive
T7.1.1 Any transmission and drivetrain may be used.
T7.1.2 Movement of the vehicle without a person in the vehicle and with the master switch(es) in
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T7.2 Coolant Fluid and System Sealing
T7.2.1 [CV ONLY] Water-cooled engines must only use plain water.
T7.2.2 [EV ONLY] TS components may only use plain water, air or oil as the coolant.
T7.2.3 Cooling systems using plain water (except outboard wheel motors and their cooling hoses)
must have a heat resistant (Permanently rated for at least 100 °C), rigid and rigidly mounted
cover plate which meets the requirements of T4.8.2.
T7.2.4 Any cooling or lubrication system must be sealed to prevent leakage.
T7.2.5 Separate catch cans must be employed to retain fluids other than plain water from any vents
for the cooling system or combustion engine lubrication system. Each catch-can must have
a minimum volume of 10% of the fluid being contained or 900 ml whichever is greater.
T7.2.6 Any vent for other systems containing liquid lubricant or coolant must have a catch-can
with a minimum volume of 10% of the fluid being contained or 100 ml, whichever is
greater.
T7.2.7 All parts of the engine cooling and lubrication system, including their mountings, must be
rated for at least 120 °C or the temperatures the respective fluid may reach, whichever is
higher.
T7.2.8 Catch cans must be rigidly mounted to the chassis and located rearwards of the firewall
below the driver’s shoulder level.
T7.2.9 Any catch can must vent through a hose with a minimum internal diameter of 3 mm down
to the bottom level of the chassis and must exit outside the bodywork.
T7.3 Drive Train Shields and Guards
T7.3.1 The lowest point of any lubrication system can only be lower than the line between the
lowest point of the main hoop and the lowest chassis member behind the lubrication system
if it is protected from hitting the ground by a structure mounted directly to the chassis.
T7.3.2 Exposed rotating final drivetrain parts, such as gears, clutches, chains and belts must be
fitted with scatter shields. Scatter shields and their mountings must:
● Be constructed of non-perforated 2 mm steel or 3 mm aluminum alloy 6061-T6.

● Be attached with 6 mm metric grade 8.8 or stronger and must comply with T10.1.
T7.3.3 Scatter shields for high-speed rotating final drivetrain parts (such as electric motors,
clutches, sprockets, gears etc.) that have an OEM casing that do not comply with T7.3.2
may be used, if material is added to achieve the minimum required thickness.
T7.3.4 [EV ONLY] When an electrical motor casing is rotating around the stator or is perforated, a
scatter shield must be included around the motor. This scatter shield must be at least 1 mm
thick and made from aluminum alloy 6061-T6 or steel.
T7.3.5 Scatter shields for chains and belts must be centered on the centerline of the chain or belt
and remain aligned with the chain or belt under all conditions. The minimum width of the
scatter shield should be at least three times the width of the chain or belt. The minimum
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● For metallic chains and belts: 2 mm steel.

● For non-metallic chains and belts: 3 mm aluminum alloy 6061-T6.
T7.3.6 All fasteners attaching scatter shields and guards must be 6 mm metric grade 8.8 or stronger
and must comply with T10.1.
T7.3.7 Finger guards are required to cover any drivetrain parts that spin while the vehicle is
stationary with the engine running. Finger guards may be made of lighter material,
sufficient to resist finger forces. Mesh or perforated material may be used but must prevent
the passage of a 12 mm diameter object through the guard.
T8 AERODYNAMIC DEVICES
T8.1 Definition Aerodynamic Device
T8.1.1 A specifically designed structure mounted on the vehicle to guide the airflow around the
vehicle, increasing the downforce acting on the vehicle and/or lowering its drag. The
mounting of this structure is not regarded as an aerodynamic device, unless it is
intentionally designed to be one.
Figure 16: Maximum dimensions and positioning of aerodynamic devices. The positioning space is
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T8.2 Restrictions for Aerodynamic Devices
T8.2.1 Height restrictions:
● All aerodynamic devices forward of a vertical plane through the rearmost portion of
the front face of the driver head restraint support, excluding any padding, set to its
most rearward position, must be lower than 500 mm from the ground.
● All aerodynamic devices in front of the front axle and extending further outboard than
the most inboard point of the front tire/wheel must be lower than 250 mm from the
ground.
● All aerodynamic devices rearward of a vertical plane through the rearmost portion of
the front face of the driver head restraint support, excluding any padding, set to its
most rearward position must be lower than 1.2 m from the ground.
T8.2.2 Width restrictions:
● All aerodynamic devices lower than 500 mm from the ground and further rearward
than the front axle, must not be wider than a vertical plane touching the most outboard
point of the front and rear wheel/tire.
● All aerodynamic devices higher than 500 mm from the ground, must not extend
outboard of the most inboard point of the rear wheel/tire.
T8.2.3 Length restrictions:
● All aerodynamic devices must not extend further rearward than 250 mm from the
rearmost part of the rear tires.
● All aerodynamic devices must not extend further forward than 700 mm from the fronts
of the front tires.
T8.2.4 All restrictions must be fulfilled with the wheels pointing straight and with any suspension
setup with or without a driver seated in the vehicle.
T8.3 Minimum Edge Radii of Aerodynamic Devices
T8.3.1 All forward facing edges of aerodynamic devices that could contact a pedestrian must have
a minimum radius of 5 mm for all horizontal edges and 3 mm for vertical edges.
T8.4 Aerodynamic Devices Stability and Strength
T8.4.1 Any aerodynamic device must be able to withstand a force of 200 N distributed over a
minimum surface of 225 cm2 and not deflect more than 10 mm in the load carrying
direction.
T8.4.2 Any aerodynamic device must be able to withstand a force of 50 N applied in any direction
at any point and not deflect more than 25 mm.

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T9 COMPRESSED GAS SYSTEMS AND HIGH PRESSURE

HYDRAULICS
T9.1 Compressed Gas Cylinders and Lines
T9.1.1 Any system on the vehicle that uses a compressed gas as an actuating medium must comply
with the following requirements:
● The working gas must be non-flammable.

● The pressure inside compressed gas systems must not exceed 10 bar.
● Compressed gas cylinders/tanks may exceed the 10 bar limit, if a pressure regulator,
which limits the output pressure to a maximum of 10 bar, is mounted directly onto
them.
● Gas cylinders/tanks must be of proprietary manufacture, designed and built for the
pressure being used. Gas cylinders/tanks must be certified and labeled or stamped
appropriately.
● Gas cylinders/tanks and lines must be protected from rollover, collision from any
direction, or damage resulting from the failure of rotating equipment.
● Gas cylinders/tanks and their pressure regulators must be located within the rollover
protection envelope T1.1.15.
● Gas cylinders/tanks and their pressure regulators, must be shielded from the driver. The
shields must be steel or aluminum with a minimum thickness of 1 mm.
● Gas cylinders/tanks and their pressure regulators must be protected from damage by
the driver or any moving parts.
● Gas cylinders/tanks must be securely mounted to the chassis, engine or transmission.
● The axis of the gas cylinder/tank must not point at the driver.
● Gas cylinders/tanks must be insulated from any heat sources.
● All used parts must be appropriate for the maximum possible operating pressure.
T9.2 High Pressure Hydraulic Pumps and Lines
T9.2.1 The driver and anyone standing outside the vehicle must be shielded from any hydraulic
pumps and lines with line pressures of 2100 kPa or higher. The shields must be steel or
aluminum with a minimum thickness of 1 mm. Brake lines are not considered as high
pressure hydraulic lines.
T10 FASTENERS
T10.1 Critical Fasteners
T10.1.1 Critical fasteners are defined as bolts, nuts, and other fasteners utilized in the primary
structure, the steering, braking, driver’s harness, suspension systems and those specifically
designated as critical fasteners in the respective rule.
T10.1.2 All threaded critical fasteners must be at least 4 mm metric grade 8.8 (OEM parts 3 mm
metric grade 8.8), equivalent size or of that specified in the referencing rule, whichever is
larger.
T10.1.3 All threaded critical fasteners must be of the type hexagon bolts (ISO 4017, ISO 4014 or an
equivalent standard) or socket head cap screws (ISO 4762, DIN 7984, ISO 7379 or an
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T10.1.4 Any bolted joint in the primary structure and mounting of the TSAC to the chassis using
either tabs or brackets, must have an edge distance ratio “e/D” of 1.5 or greater. “D” equals
the hole diameter and “e” equals the distance from the hole centerline to the nearest free
edge of the tab or bracket. Any tabs attaching suspension members to the primary structure
are not required to meet this rule.
T10.2 Securing Fasteners
T10.2.1 All critical fasteners must be secured from unintentional loosening by the use of positive
locking mechanisms.
T10.2.2 The following methods are accepted as positive locking mechanisms:
● Correctly installed safety wiring.

● Cotter pins.
● Nylon lock nuts (ISO 7040, ISO 10512, EN 1663 or an equivalent standard) for
locations where no temperature rating above 80 °C is required.
● Prevailing torque lock nuts (DIN 980, ISO 7042 or equivalent, and jet nuts or K-nuts).
● Locking plates.
● Tab washers.
Any locking mechanism based on pre-tensioning or an adhesive is not considered a positive

locking mechanism.
T10.2.3 Snap or retaining rings according to DIN 471, DIN 472, or equivalent standard are
permitted in OEM applications and for securing bearings and springs given that they do not
bear any loads under normal driving conditions.
T10.2.4 A minimum of two full threads must project from any lock nut.
T10.2.5 All spherical rod ends and spherical bearings on the steering or suspension must be in
double shear or captured by having a screw/bolt head or washer with an outer diameter that
is larger than the spherical bearing housing inner diameter.
T10.2.6 Adjustable tie-rod ends must be constrained with a jam nut to prevent loosening.
T10.3 Self-made Fasteners
T10.3.1 Teams that use self-made fasteners will need to present documentation with appropriate
reasoning, calculations and testing during the mechanical inspection. A technical inspector
may request for additional documentation should the material presented be deemed
questionable.
T10.3.2 Queries over self-made fasteners can be made directly to the Rules Committee prior to the
competition.
T11 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
T11.1 Low Voltage System (LVS)
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● [CV ONLY] all electrical circuits of the vehicle.

● [EV ONLY] every electrical part that is not part of the TS (see EV1.1.1)
T11.1.2 The maximum permitted voltage that may occur between any two electrical connections in
the LVS is 60 V DC or 50 V AC RMS.
T11.1.3 All LVS parts must be adequately insulated.
T11.1.4 [CV ONLY] The following systems are excluded from the LVS voltage limit (see T11.1.2):
● High voltage systems for ignition

● High voltage systems for injectors
● Voltages internal to OEM charging systems designed for <60 V DC output.
T11.1.5 [EV ONLY] The LVS must not use orange wiring or conduit.
T11.1.6 [EV ONLY] The LVS must be grounded to the chassis.
T11.2 Master Switches
T11.2.1 Master switches (see T11.3 and EV6.2) must be a mechanical switch of the rotary type,
with a red, removable handle. The handle must have a width of at least 50 mm and must
only be removable in an electrically open position. The handle must have the car number
mentioned on it. They must be direct acting, i.e. they must not act through a relay or logic.
T11.2.2 Master switches must be located on the right side of the vehicle, in proximity to the main
hoop, at the 95th percentile male driver’s shoulder height, as defined in T4.3, and be easily
actuated from outside the vehicle.
The center of any master switch must not be mounted lower than the vertical distance of the
template’s (see T4.3) middle circle center to the ground surface multiplied by 0.8.
T11.2.3 The “ON” position of the switch must be in the horizontal position and must be marked
accordingly. The “OFF” position of the master switch must also be clearly marked.
T11.2.4 Master switches must be rigidly mounted to the vehicle and must not be removed during
maintenance.
T11.2.5 [EV ONLY] Master switches must be mounted next to each other.
T11.3 Low Voltage Master Switch (LVMS)
T11.3.1 An LVMS according to T11.2 must completely disable
● [EV ONLY] power to the LVS

● [CV ONLY] power from the Low Voltage (LV) battery and the alternator to the LVS
T11.3.2 The LVMS must be mounted in the middle of a completely red circular area of ≥50 mm
diameter placed on a high contrast background.
T11.3.3 The LVMS must be marked with “LV” and a symbol showing a red spark in a white edged
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T11.4 Shutdown Buttons
T11.4.1 A system of three shutdown buttons must be installed on the vehicle.
T11.4.2 Each shutdown button must be a push-pull or push-rotate mechanical emergency switch
where pushing the button opens the shutdown circuit (see EV6.1 and CV4.1).
T11.4.3 One button must be located on each side of the vehicle behind the driver’s compartment at
approximately the level of the driver’s head. The minimum allowed diameter of the
shutdown buttons on both sides of the vehicle is 40 mm. The buttons must be easy
reachable from outside the vehicle.
T11.4.4 One shutdown button serves as a cockpit-mounted shutdown button and must
● have a minimum diameter of 24 mm

● be located in easy reach of a belted-in driver
● be alongside of the steering wheel and unobstructed by the steering wheel or any other
part of the vehicle
T11.4.5 The international electrical symbol consisting of a red spark on a white-edged blue triangle
must be affixed in close proximity to each shutdown button.
T11.4.6 Shutdown buttons must be rigidly mounted to the vehicle and must not be removed during
maintenance.
T11.5 Inertia Switch
T11.5.1 An inertia switch must be part of the shutdown circuit (see EV6.1 and CV4.1) such that an
impact will result in the shutdown circuit being opened. The inertia switch must latch until
manually reset.
T11.5.2 The device must trigger due to an omni-directional peak acceleration of ≤8 g for a half sine
test pulse of ≥50 ms length and ≤13 g for a half sine test pulse of ≥20 ms length. The
“Sensata Resettable Crash Sensor” should meet those requirements.
T11.5.3 The device must not include any semiconductor components.
T11.5.4 The device must be rigidly attached to the vehicle. It must be possible to demount the
device so that its functionality may be tested by shaking it.
T11.5.5 Inertia switch should be directly acting. External relay circuits are prohibited.
T11.6 Brake System Plausibility Device (BSPD)
T11.6.1 A standalone non-programmable circuit, the BSPD, must open the shutdown circuit (see
EV6.1 and CV4.1) when hard braking occurs, whilst
● [EV ONLY] ≥5 kW power is delivered to the motors.

● [CV ONLY] the throttle position is more than 25 % over idle position.
The shutdown circuit must remain open until power cycling the LVMS or the BSPD may
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T11.6.2 The action of opening the shutdown circuit must occur if the implausibility is persistent for
more than 500 ms.
T11.6.3 The BSPD must be directly supplied (see T1.3.1) from the LVMS (see T11.3).
T11.6.4 Standalone is defined as there is no additional functionality implemented on all required

Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs). The interfaces must be reduced to the minimum necessary
signals, i.e. power supply, required sensors and the shutdown circuit. Supply and sensor
signals must not be routed through any other devices before entering the BSPD.
T11.6.5 To detect hard braking, a brake system pressure sensor must be used. The threshold must be
chosen such that there are no locked wheels and the brake pressure is ≤ 30 bar.
T11.6.6 [EV ONLY] To measure power delivery, a DC circuit current sensor only must be used. The
threshold must be chosen to an equivalent of ≤5 kW for maximum TS voltage.
T11.6.7 It must be possible to separately disconnect each sensor signal wire for technical inspection.
T11.6.8 All necessary signals are System Critical Signal (SCS) (see T11.9).
T11.6.9 [EV ONLY] The team must prove the function of the BSPD during technical inspection by
sending an appropriate signal that represents the current, in order to achieve ≤ 5 kW whilst
pressing the brake pedal. This test must prove the functionality of the complete BSPD
except for any commercially available current sensors.
T11.6.10 [EV ONLY] The BSPD including all required sensors must not be installed inside the
accumulator container.
T11.7 LV Batteries
T11.7.1 LV batteries are all batteries connected to the LVS.
T11.7.2 LV batteries must be securely attached to the chassis and located within the rollover
protection envelope (see T1.1.15).
T11.7.3 Any wet-cell battery located in the driver compartment must be enclosed in a
non-conductive, water proof (according to IPX7 or higher, IEC 60529) and acid resistant
container.
T11.7.4 LV batteries must have a rigid and sturdy casing.
T11.7.5 Completely closed LV battery cases must have an overpressure relief. Venting gases must
be separated from the driver by a firewall.
T11.7.6 Ungrounded terminals must be insulated.
T11.7.7 LV batteries must be protected from short circuits, not more than 100 mm from ungrounded
terminals.
T11.7.8 Battery packs based on lithium chemistry other than lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4):
● Must have a fire retardant casing (see T1.2.1).

● Must include overcurrent protection that trips at or below the maximum specified
discharge current of the cells.

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● Must include over temperature protection of at least 30% of the cells, meeting EV5.8.3,
that trips when any cell leaves the allowed temperature range according to the
manufacturer's datasheet, but not more than 60°C, for more than 1 s and disconnects
the battery.
● Must include voltage protection of all cells that trips when any cell leaves the allowed
voltage range according to the manufacturer's datasheet for more than 500 ms and
disconnects the battery.
● It must be possible to display all cell voltages and measured temperatures, e.g. by
connecting a laptop.
● Must meet EV5.8.10.
● Signals needed to fulfill these requirements are SCS (see T11.9).
T11.8 Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor (APPS)
T11.8.1 T11.8 only apply for electric vehicles (see chapter EV), or internal combustion vehicles
using Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) (see CV1.6).
T11.8.2 The APPS must be actuated by a foot pedal.
T11.8.3 Pedal travel is defined as the percentage of travel from fully released position to a fully
applied position where 0% is fully released and 100% is fully applied.
T11.8.4 The foot pedal must return to the 0% position when not actuated. The foot pedal must have
a positive stop preventing the mounted sensors from being damaged or overstressed. Two
springs must be used to return the foot pedal to the 0% position and each spring must work
when the other is disconnected. Springs in the APPS are not accepted as return springs.
T11.8.5 At least two separate sensors must be used as APPSs. Separate is defined as not sharing
supply or signal lines.
T11.8.6 If analog sensors are used, they must have different, non-intersecting transfer functions. A
short circuit between the signal lines must always result in an implausibility according to
T11.8.9.
T11.8.7 The APPS signals are SCSs (see T11.9).
T11.8.8 If an implausibility occurs between the values of the APPSs and persists for more than 100
ms
● [EV ONLY] The power to the motor(s) must be immediately shut down completely. It
is not necessary to completely deactivate the tractive system, the motor controller(s)
shutting down the power to the motor(s) is sufficient.
● [CV ONLY] The power to the electronic throttle must be immediately shut down.
T11.8.9 Implausibility is defined as a deviation of more than ten percentage points pedal travel
between any of the used APPSs or any failure according to T11.9.
T11.8.10 If three sensors are used, then in the case of an APPS implausibility, any two sensors that
are plausible may be used to define the torque target and the 3rd APPS may be ignored.
T11.8.11 It must be possible to separately disconnect each APPS signal wire to check all
functionalities.
T11.8.12 A fully released accelerator pedal must result in:

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● [EV ONLY] A wheel torque of ≤0 N m

● [CV ONLY] An idle position or lower throttle set-point. This may only be exceeded
during a gearshift for a maximum of 500ms.
T11.9 System Critical Signals (SCSs)
T11.9.1 SCS are defined as all electrical signals which
● Influence actions on the shutdown circuit (see CV4.1 and EV6.1).

● Influence the wheel torque.
● [EV ONLY] Influence indicators according to EV5.8.9, EV4.10 or EV6.3.7.
T11.9.2 Any of the following SCS single failures must result in a safe state of all connected
systems:
(a) Failures of signals transmitted by cable:

● Open circuit
● Short circuit to ground
(b) Failures of analog sensor signals transmitted by cable:

● Short circuit to supply voltage
(c) Failures of sensor signals used in programmable devices:

● Implausibility due to out of range signals, e.g. mechanically impossible
angle of an angle sensor.
(d) Failures of digitally transmitted signals by cable or wireless:

● Data corruption (e.g. checked by a checksum)
● Loss and delay of messages (e.g. checked by transmission time outs)
Signals might be a member of multiple signal classes, e.g. analog signals transmitted by
cable might be a member of T11.9.2.a, T11.9.2.b and T11.9.2.c.
If a signal failure is correctable, e.g. due to redundancy or worst case values, the safe state
must be entered as soon as an additional non correctable failure occurs.
T11.9.3 The maximum allowed delay of messages according to T11.9.2.d must be chosen depending
on the impact of delayed messages to the connected system, but must not exceed 500ms.
T11.9.4 Safe state is defined depending on the signals as follows:
● signals only influencing indicators – Indicating a failure of its own function or of the
connected system
● low voltage battery signals – At least one pole is electrically disconnected from the rest
of the vehicle
● [EV ONLY] For all others signals – opened shutdown circuit and opened AIRs
● [CV ONLY] For all others signals – opened shutdown circuit and stopped engine
T11.9.5 Indicators according to T11.9.1 with safe state “illuminated” (e.g. absence of failures is not
actively indicated) must be illuminated for 1s to 3s for visible check after power cycling the
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T11.10 Sensors & Electrical Components Mounting
T11.10.1 All sensors and components must be securely mounted. For all mounts, T2.3.3 applies.
T11.10.2 Sensors and components may not come into contact with the driver’s helmet under any
circumstances.
T11.10.3 All sensors and components must be positioned within the surface envelope (see T1.1.17)
or within the box defined in T8.2.
T11.10.4 Passive antennas which do not incorporate active electronic parts, e.g. amplifiers with the
longest side <100 mm may additionally to T11.10.3 protrude from the surface envelope see
T1.1.17, but not their mounting.
T12 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
T12.1 Vehicle Number
T12.1.1 Each vehicle will be assigned a number at the time of its entry into a competition.
T12.1.2 Vehicle numbers must appear on the vehicle at the front and both sides as follows:
● Height: At least 150 mm high;

● Font: Roman Sans-Serif characters. Italic, outline, serif, or shadow numbers are
prohibited.
● Stroke width and spacing between numbers: At least 20 mm.
● Color: Either white numbers on a black background or black numbers on a white
background.
● Background shape: The number background must be one of the following: round, oval,
square or rectangular. There must be at least 25 mm between the edge of the numbers
and the edge of the background.
● Clear: The numbers must not be obscured by parts of the vehicle.
T12.2 University Name
T12.2.1 The university name (or college name, where applicable per A4.1.4) must be written fully.
Only the following abbreviations in the university name are accepted if the city name is
written fully:
● University → Uni
● Technical University → TU
● University of Applied Sciences → UAS
● Berufsakademie → BA
● If the university officially uses an abbreviation in their proper name, this abbreviation
is accepted.
T12.2.2 The name must be displayed and written in Roman Sans-Serif characters of at least 50 mm
high on both sides of the vehicle.
T12.2.3 The characters must be clearly visible at a distance and placed on a high contrast
background.

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T12.3 Timing Equipment
T12.3.1 All vehicles will get timing equipment provided by the competition organizers.
T13 VEHICLE AND DRIVER EQUIPMENT
T13.1 Pushbar
T13.1.1 Each team must have a removable device (called the pushbar) that attaches to the rear of the
vehicle and allows two people to push and pull the vehicle while standing erect behind the
vehicle.
T13.1.2 The pushbar must have a red color.
T13.1.3 The university name (or college name, where applicable per A4.1.4) must be written on the
push bar. The characters must be clearly visible and placed on a high contrast background.
T13.1.4 The pushbar must be capable of slowing and stopping the forward motion of the vehicle and
pulling it rearwards.
T13.1.5 An approved fire extinguisher (see T13.4.1) must be mounted to the pushbar such that it is
quickly accessible.
T13.1.6 [EV ONLY] Two pairs of high-voltage insulating gloves and a multimeter with two 4 mm
banana plug test leads rated for 1000 V CAT III or better must be attached to the pushbar.
The HV gloves must be protected by a case or similar means from mechanical damage,
humidity and sunlight. It must be possible to open the case without using tools.
T13.2 Jacks
T13.2.1 Each team must have one or two removable devices (jacks) that hold the vehicle, so that all
driven wheels are at least 100 mm off the ground.
T13.2.2 Positioning of the device(s) must be safe (e.g. without reaching under the vehicle).
T13.2.3 In the lifted position:
● The vehicle must be adequately supported and stable

● It must be safe for a driver to enter and exit the vehicle
● The device(s) must not extend out of the area defined by the footprint of the four tires
T13.2.4 On both sides of the vehicle, the devices pickup points must be indicated by orange
triangles.
T13.2.5 The university name (or college name, where applicable per A4.1.4) must be written on the
quick jack. The characters must be clearly visible and placed on a high contrast
background.
T13.3 Driver Equipment
T13.3.1 The equipment specified below must be worn by the driver anytime while in the cockpit
with the engine running or with the tractive system active for electric vehicles and anytime

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between starting a dynamic event and either finishing or abandoning a dynamic event.
Removal of any driver equipment during the event will result in disqualification.
T13.3.2 A well-fitting, closed face helmet that meets one of the following certifications and is
labeled as such:
● Snell K2010, K2015, K2020, M2010, M2015, M2020, SA2010, SAH2010, SA2015,
SA2020, EA2016 or newer
● SFI 31.1/2010, 31.1/2015, 31.1/2020, 41.1/2010, 41.1/2015, 41.1/2020 or newer
● FIA 8860-2010, FIA 8860-2018, FIA 8859-2015, FIA 8858-2010 (with SA(H) 2010)
or newer
Open faced helmets and off-road helmets (helmets without integrated eye shields) are not
approved. All helmets to be used in the competition must be presented during technical
inspection where approved helmets will be stickered.
T13.3.3 A balaclava which covers the driver’s head, hair and neck, made from acceptable fire
resistant material as defined in T13.3.11, or a full helmet skirt of acceptable fire resistant
material.
T13.3.4 A fire resistant one piece suit, made from a minimum of two layers that covers the body
from the neck down to the ankles and the wrists. The suit must be certified to one of the
following standards and be labeled as such:
● SFI 3-2A/5 (or higher)

● SFI 3.4/5 (or higher)
● FIA Standard 8856-2000
T13.3.5 Fire resistant underwear (long pants and long sleeve t-shirt). This fire resistant underwear
must be made from acceptable fire resistant material as listed in T13.3.11 and must cover
the driver’s body completely from neck down to ankles and wrists.
T13.3.6 Fire resistant socks made from acceptable fire resistant material as defined in T13.3.11, that
cover the bare skin between the driver’s suit and the boots or shoes.
T13.3.7 Fire resistant shoes made from acceptable fire resistant material as defined in T13.3.11. The
shoes must be certified to the standard and labeled as such:
● SFI Spec 3.3

T13.3.8 Fire resistant gloves made from acceptable fire resistant material as defined in T13.3.11.
Gloves of all leather construction or fire resistant gloves constructed using leather palms
with no insulating fire resisting material underneath are not acceptable.
T13.3.9 Arm restraints are required and must be worn such that the driver can release them and exit
the vehicle unassisted regardless of the vehicle’s position. Arm restraints must be
commercially manufactured according to SFI Standard 3.3 or equivalent.
T13.3.10 All driver equipment covered in T13.3 must be in good condition. Specifically, it must not
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compromise fire resistant performance. Teams must be able to show that the clothing still
meets the requirements of T13.3 if driver’s clothing is embroidered. The officials reserve
the right to impound all non-approved driver equipment until the end of the competition.
T13.3.11 For the purpose of this section some, but not all, of the approved fire resistant materials are:
Carbon X, Indura, Nomex, Polybenzimidazole (commonly known as PBI) and Proban.
T13.3.12 T-shirts, socks or other undergarments made from nylon or any other synthetic material
which will melt when exposed to high heat are prohibited.
T13.4 Fire Extinguishers
T13.4.1 Each team must have at least two dry chemical/dry powder fire extinguishers with a
minimum firefighting agent capacity of 0.9 kg.
T13.4.2 The following are the minimum accepted ratings:
● USA, Canada and Brazil: 10BC or 1A 10BC

● Europe: 34B or 5A 34B
● Australia: 20BE or 1A 10BE
● India: Dry chemical or dry powder ABC fire extinguishers are acceptable.
Extinguishers of larger capacity (higher numerical ratings) are acceptable.
T13.4.3 Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) fire extinguishers are prohibited. Halon extinguishers
and systems are prohibited.
T13.4.4 All extinguishers must be equipped with a manufacturer installed pressure/charge gauge.
T13.4.5 Except for the initial inspection, one extinguisher must readily be available in the team’s
paddock area, and the second must accompany the vehicle wherever the vehicle is moved.
Both extinguishers must be presented with the vehicle at technical inspection.
T13.4.6 Hand held fire extinguishers are not permitted to be mounted on or in the vehicle.
T13.5 Camera Mounts
T13.5.1 The mounts for video/photographic cameras must be of a safe and secure design:
● All camera installations must be approved at technical inspection.

● Helmet mounted cameras are prohibited.
● The body of any camera or recording unit must be secured at a minimum of two points
on different sides of the camera body. If a tether is used to restrain the camera, the
tether length must be limited so that the camera cannot contact the driver.

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CV INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE

VEHICLES
CV1 INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE POWERTRAINS
CV1.1 Engine Limitation
CV1.1.1 The engine(s) used to power the vehicle must be a piston engine(s) using a four-stroke
primary heat cycle with a displacement not exceeding 710 cm3 per cycle. Hybrid
powertrains, such as those using electric motors running off stored energy, are prohibited.
CV1.2 Starter
CV1.2.1 Each vehicle must be equipped with an on-board starter, which must be used to start the
vehicle.
CV1.3 Air Intake System
CV1.3.1 All parts of the engine air and fuel control systems (including the throttle and the complete
air intake system, including the air filter and any air boxes) must lie within the surface
defined by the top of the roll bar and the outside edge of the four tires. (See Figure 2).
CV1.3.2 Any portion of the air intake system that is less than 350 mm above the ground must be
shielded from side or rear impact collisions by structure built to T3.15 (with exception of
the first point under T3.15.1) and must follow T3.16 when having bolted attachments.
CV1.3.3 The intake manifold must be securely attached to the engine block or cylinder head with
brackets and mechanical fasteners. The threaded fasteners used to secure the intake
manifold are considered critical fasteners and must comply with T10.
CV1.3.4 Intake systems with significant mass or cantilever from the cylinder head must be supported
to prevent stress to the intake system. Supports to the engine must be rigid. Supports to the
chassis must incorporate isolation to allow for engine movement and chassis torsion.
CV1.4 Throttle
CV1.4.1 The vehicle must be equipped with a throttle body. The throttle body may be of any size or
design.
CV1.4.2 The throttle must be actuated mechanically by a foot pedal, i.e. via a cable or a rod system
(see CV1.5), or by an ETC system (see CV1.6).
CV1.4.3 Throttle position is defined as the percentage of travel from fully closed to fully open where
0% is fully closed and 100% is fully open. The idle position is the average position of the
throttle body while the engine is idling.
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CV1.5 Mechanical Throttle Actuation
CV1.5.1 CV1.5 only applies if no ETC system is used.
CV1.5.2 The throttle actuation system must use at least two return springs located at the throttle
body, so that the failure of any one of the two springs will not prevent the throttle returning
to the idle position.
CV1.5.3 Each return spring must be capable of returning the throttle to the idle position with the
other disconnected.
CV1.5.4 Springs in the Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) are not acceptable as return springs.
CV1.5.5 Throttle cables must be located at least 50 mm from any exhaust system component and out
of the exhaust stream.
CV1.5.6 Throttle cables or rods must have smooth operation and must not have the possibility of
binding or sticking. They must be protected from being bent or kinked by the driver’s foot
during operation or when entering the vehicle.
CV1.5.7 A positive pedal stop must be incorporated on the accelerator pedal to prevent
over-stressing the throttle cable or actuation system.
CV1.6 Electronic Throttle Control (ETC)
CV1.6.1 CV1.6 only applies if ETC is used.
CV1.6.2 The team must be able to demonstrate the functionality of all safety features and error
detections of the ETC system at technical inspection, see IN.
CV1.6.3 The ETC system must be equipped with at least the following sensors:
● Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor (APPSs) as defined in T11.8

● Two Throttle Position Sensor (TPSs) to measure the throttle position.
CV1.6.4 All ETC signals are System Critical Signals (SCSs) (see T11.9).
CV1.6.5 When power is removed, the electronic throttle must immediately close at least to idle
position ±5%. An interval of one second is allowed for the throttle to close to idle, failure to
achieve this within the required interval must result in immediate disabling of power to
ignition, fuel injectors and fuel pump. This action must remain active until the TPS signals
indicate the throttle has returned to idle position ±5 % for at least one second.
CV1.6.6 If plausibility does not occur between the values of at least two TPSs and this persists for
more than 100 ms, the power to the electronic throttle must be immediately shut down.
Plausibility is defined as a deviation of less than ten percentage points between the sensor
values as defined in CV1.4.3 and no detected failures as defined in T11.9.
CV1.6.7 The electronic throttle must use at least two sources of energy capable of returning the
throttle to the closed position. One of the sources may be the device that normally actuates
the throttle, e.g. a DC motor, but the other device(s) must be a return spring that can return
the throttle to the idle position in the event of a loss of actuator power.
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CV1.6.9 The power to the electronic throttle must be immediately shut down, as defined in CV1.6.6,
if the throttle position differs by more than 10 % from the expected target TPS position for
more than 500 ms.
CV1.7 Intake System Restrictor
CV1.7.1 In order to limit the power capability from the engine, a single circular restrictor must be
placed in the intake system and all engine airflow must pass through the restrictor. The only
allowed sequences of components are the following:
a. For naturally aspirated engines, the sequence must be: throttle body, restrictor, and
engine. (See Figure 17)
b. For turbocharged or supercharged engines, the sequence must be: restrictor,
compressor, throttle body, engine. (See Figure 18)
CV1.7.2 The maximum restrictor diameters which must be respected at all times during the
competition are:
a. Gasoline fueled vehicles - 20mm
CV1.7.4 The restrictor must be located to facilitate measurement during the inspection process.
CV1.7.5 The circular restricting cross section may not be movable or flexible in any way, e.g. the
restrictor must not be part of the movable portion of a barrel throttle body.
CV1.8 Turbochargers and Superchargers
CV1.8.1 The intake air may be cooled with an intercooler. Only ambient air may be used to remove
heat from the intercooler system. Air-to-air and water-to air intercoolers are permitted. The
coolant of a water-to-air intercooler system must be plain water without any additives.
CV1.8.2 If pop-off valves, recirculation valves, or heat exchangers (intercoolers) are used, they may
only be positioned in the intake system as shown in Figure 17.
CV1.8.3 Plenums anywhere upstream of the throttle body are prohibited. A “plenum” is any tank or
volume that is a significant enlargement of the normal intake runner system.
CV1.8.4 The maximum allowable internal diameter of the intake runner system between the
restrictor and throttle body is 60 mm diameter, or the equivalent area of 2827 mm2 if
non-circular.
CV1.9 Crankcase / Engine Lubrication Venting
CV1.9.1 Any crankcase or engine lubrication vent lines routed to the intake system must be
connected upstream of the intake system restrictor.
CV1.9.2 Crankcase breathers that pass through the oil catch tank(s) to exhaust systems, or vacuum
devices that connect directly to the exhaust system, are prohibited.

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Figure 17: Intake configuration for naturally aspirated engines.
Figure 18: Intake configuration for turbocharged or supercharged engines.
CV2 FUEL AND FUEL SYSTEM
CV2.1 Fuel
CV2.1.1 The available fuel types will be unleaded gasoline 91 Octane.
CV2.1.2 The vehicles must be operated with the fuels provided at the competition.
CV2.1.3 No agents other than fuel and air may be induced into the combustion chamber.
CV2.1.4 The temperature of fuel introduced into the fuel system may not be changed with the intent
to improve calculated efficiency.
CV2.2 Fuel System Location Requirements
CV2.2.1 The fuel tank must be located within the rollover protection envelope (see T1.1.15), except
the fuel filler neck if it is 350 mm above the ground.
CV2.2.2 All parts of the fuel storage and supply system must lie within the surface envelope (see
T1.1.17)
CV2.2.3 In the side view no portion of the fuel system can project below the lower surface of the
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CV2.2.4 All parts of the fuel storage and supply system must be adequately protected against any
heat sources and located at least 50 mm from any exhaust system component.
CV2.2.5 All parts of the fuel system which can come in contact with the fuel must be rated for
permanent contact with fuel.
CV2.3 Fuel Tanks
CV2.3.1 The fuel tank is defined as the part of the fuel containment device that is in contact with the
fuel. It may be made of a rigid material or a flexible material.
CV2.3.2 The fuel tank must be securely attached to the vehicle structure with mountings that allow
some flexibility such that chassis flex cannot unintentionally load the fuel tank.
CV2.3.3 The fuel tank must not touch any part of the vehicle other than its mounting and parts of the
fuel system at any time.
CV2.3.4 Any fuel tank that is made from a flexible material, for example a bladder fuel cell or a bag
tank, must be enclosed within a rigid fuel tank container which is securely attached to the
vehicle structure. Fuel tank containers (containing a bladder fuel cell or bag tank) may be
load carrying.
CV2.3.5 The fuel system must have a provision for emptying the fuel tank. A drain hole or drain
valve is required on fuel tanks such that the fuel can directly be drained to the ground or a
container or pan kept below the vehicle. The drain hole needs to be easily accessible and
should not require disassembly of the tank. If there is a diffuser or floor that runs between
the fuel tank and the ground, a hose can be connected to the drain hole such that the drained
fuel can be routed around the diffuser/floor and eventually to the ground level.
CV2.3.6 The fuel tank, by design, must not have a variable capacity.
CV2.4 Fuel Lines for Low Pressure Systems
CV2.4.1 Fuel lines between fuel tank and fuel rail and return lines must have:
● Reinforced rubber fuel lines or hoses with an abrasive protection with a fuel hose
clamp which has a full 360° wrap, a nut and bolt system for tightening and rolled edges
to prevent the clamp cutting into the hose, or
● Metal braided hoses with crimped-on or reusable, threaded fittings.
CV2.4.2 For reinforced rubber fuel lines beaded hose fittings must be used.
CV2.4.3 Fuel lines must be securely attached to the vehicle and/or engine.
CV2.4.4 All fuel lines must be shielded from possible rotating equipment failure or collision
damage.
CV 2.4.5 All fuel lines must be fitted in such a way that any leakage cannot result in the
accumulation of fuel in the cockpit.

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CV2.5 Fuel Injection System Requirements
Low Pressure Injection (LPI) fuel systems are those functioning at a pressure below 10 bar
and High Pressure Injection (HPI) fuel systems are those functioning at a T10 bar pressure
or above. Direct Injection (DI) fuel systems are those where the injection occurs directly
into the combustion chamber.
CV2.5.1 The following requirements apply to LPI fuel systems:
● The fuel lines must comply with CV2.4.

● The fuel rail must be securely attached to the engine cylinder block, cylinder head, or
intake manifold with mechanical fasteners. The threaded fasteners used to secure the
fuel rail are considered critical fasteners and must comply with T10.
● The use of fuel rails made from plastic, carbon fiber or rapid prototyping flammable
materials is prohibited. However, the use of unmodified Original Equipment
Manufacturer (OEM) Fuel Rails manufactured from these materials is acceptable.
CV2.5.2 The following requirements apply to HPI and DI fuel systems:
● All high pressure fuel lines must be stainless steel rigid line or Aeroquip FC807
smooth bore PTFE hose with stainless steel reinforcement and visible Nomex tracer
yarn. Use of elastomeric seals is prohibited. Lines must be rigidly connected every 100
mm by mechanical fasteners to structural engine components.
● The fuel rail must be securely attached to the engine cylinder head with mechanical
fasteners. The fastening method must be sufficient to hold the fuel rail in place with the
maximum regulated pressure acting on the injector internals and neglecting any
assistance from in-cylinder pressure acting on the injector tip. The threaded fasteners
used to secure the fuel rail are considered critical fasteners and must comply with T10.
● The fuel pump must be rigidly mounted to structural engine components.
● A fuel pressure regulator must be fitted between the high and low pressure sides of the
fuel system in parallel with the DI boost pump. The external regulator must be used
even if the DI boost pump comes equipped with an internal regulator.
● Prior to the tilt test specified in IN7, engines fitted with mechanically actuated fuel
pumps must be run to fill and pressure the system downstream of the high pressure
pump.
CV2.6 Fuel Tank Filler Neck and Sight Tube
CV2.6.1 The fuel tank must have a filler neck which:

● has at least an inner diameter of 35 mm at any point between the fuel tank and the top
of the fuel filler cap.
● is angled at no more than 30° from the vertical
● is accompanied by a clear fuel resistant sight tube above the top of the fuel tank with a
length of at least 125 mm vertical height for reading the fuel level, see Figure 19.
● is made of material that is permanently rated for temperatures of at least 120 °C.
CV2.6.2 A clear filler neck tube may be used as a sight tube.
CV2.6.3 A permanent, non-moveable, clear and easily visible fuel level line must be located between
12 mm and 25 mm below the top of the visible portion of the sight tube. This line will be
used as the fill line for the tilt test (IN7.1), and before and after the endurance test to
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Figure 19: Minimum requirements fuel tank filler neck.
CV2.6.4 The filler neck opening must be directly accessible without removing any parts of the
vehicle except for the fuel filler cap.
CV2.6.5 The filler neck must have a fuel filler cap that can withstand severe vibrations or high
pressures such as could occur during a vehicle rollover event.
CV2.7 Tank Filling Requirement
CV2.7.1 The fuel tank must be capable of being filled to capacity without manipulating the tank or
the vehicle in any manner. The fuel system must be designed in a way that during refueling
of the vehicle on a level surface, the formation of air cavities or other effects that cause the
fuel level observed at the sight tube to drop after movement or operation of the vehicle
(other than due to consumption) is prevented.
CV2.7.2 The fuel system must be designed such that the spillage during refueling cannot contact the
driver position, exhaust system, hot engine parts, or the ignition system.
CV2.8 Venting Systems
CV2.8.1 The fuel tank venting systems must be designed such that fuel cannot spill during hard
cornering or acceleration.
CV2.8.2 All fuel vent lines must be equipped with a check valve to prevent fuel leakage when the
tank is inverted. All fuel vent lines must exit outside the bodywork.

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CV3 EXHAUST SYSTEM AND NOISE CONTROL
CV3.1 Exhaust System General
CV3.1.1 The exhaust outlet must be routed to the side or rear of the vehicle and so that the driver is
not subjected to fumes at any speed considering the draft of the vehicle.
CV3.1.2 The exhaust outlet(s) must not extend more than 450 mm behind the centerline of the rear
axle and shall be no more than 600 mm above the ground.
CV3.1.3 Any exhaust components (headers, mufflers, etc.) that protrude from the side of the chassis
in front of the rear axle must be shielded to prevent contact by persons approaching the
vehicle or a driver exiting the vehicle. The temperature of the outer surface must not be
harmful to a person touching it.
CV3.1.4 The application of fibrous/absorbent material, e.g. “headerwrap”, to the outside of an

exhaust manifold or exhaust system is prohibited.
CV3.2 Maximum Sound Level
CV3.2.1 The maximum sound level test speed for a given engine will be the engine speed that
corresponds to an average piston speed of 15.25 m/s. The calculated speed will be rounded
to the nearest 500 rpm. The maximum permitted sound level up to this calculated speed is
110 dB(C), fast weighting.
CV3.2.2 The idle test speed for a given engine will be up to the team and determined by their
calibrated idle speed. If the idle speed varies then the vehicle will be tested across the range
of idle speeds determined by the team. At idle the maximum permitted sound level is 103
dB(C), fast weighting.
CV4 SHUTDOWN SYSTEM
CV4.1 Shutdown Circuit
CV4.1.1 The shutdown circuit directly controls all electrical power to the ignition, fuel injectors and
all fuel pumps. It must act through a minimum of two mechanical relays. One relay for the
fuel pump and at least one relay for injection and ignition.
An explanatory schematic of the required shutdown circuit, is shown in Figure 20.
CV4.1.2 The shutdown circuit is defined as a series connection of at least the LVMS (see T11.3), the
BSPD (see T11.6), three shutdown buttons (see T11.4), the BOTS (see T6.2) and the inertia
switch (see T11.5).
CV4.1.3 All circuits that are part of the shutdown circuit must be designed in a way that in the
de-energized/disconnected state they open the shutdown circuit.

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Figure 20: Explanatory example schematic of the required shutdown circuit

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EV ELECTRIC VEHICLES
EV1 DEFINITIONS
EV1.1 Tractive System (TS)
EV1.1.1 Tractive System (TS) – every part that is electrically connected to the motor(s) and TS
accumulators.
EV1.1.2 TS enclosures – every housing or enclosure containing parts of the TS.
EV1.2 Galvanic Isolation
EV1.2.1 Galvanic Isolation – two electric circuits are defined as galvanically isolated, if all of the
following are true:
● the resistance between both circuits is ≥500 Ω/V, related to the maximum TS voltage
of the vehicle, at a test voltage of maximum TS voltage or 250 V, whichever is higher.
● The isolation voltage RMS, AC for 1 min, between both circuits is higher than three
times the maximum TS voltage or 750 V, whichever is higher.
EV2 ELECTRIC POWERTRAIN
EV2.1 Motors
EV2.1.1 Only electric motors are allowed.
EV2.1.2 Motor attachments must follow T10.
EV2.1.3 Motor casings must follow T7.3.
EV2.1.4 The motor(s) must be connected to the accumulator through a motor controller.
EV2.2 Power Limitation
EV2.2.1 The TS power at the outlet of the TSAC must not exceed 80 kW.
EV2.2.2 Regenerating energy is allowed and unrestricted.
EV2.2.3 Wheels must not be spun in reverse.
EV2.3 APPS / Brake Pedal Plausibility Check
EV2.3.1 The commanded motor torque must be 0 Nm if hard braking (see T11.6.5), and the APPS
(see T11.8), signals pedal travel equivalent to ≥25% desired motor torque or ≥5 kW,
whichever is lower, at the same time for more than 500 ms.

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EV2.3.2 The commanded motor torque must remain at 0Nm until the APPS signals less than 5%
pedal travel and 0Nm desired motor torque, regardless of whether the brakes are still
actuated or not.
EV3 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
EV3.1 Grounding
EV3.1.1 TS enclosures, see EV1.1.2, must consist of either
● a grounded layer made of at least 0:5mm thick electrically conductive material,

aluminum or better, having a resistance below 300mW, measured with a current of 1A,
to LVS ground and able to continuously carry at least 10% of the TS accumulator main
fuse current rating or
● be fully made out of electrically insulating materials having an isolation resistance of at

least 2MW, measured with a voltage of 500V. The enclosure must be rigid and must
prevent possible mechanical penetrations. Protruding electrically conductive parts,
such as fasteners or connectors, must follow EV3.1.2
The TSAC might use at least 0.9 mm thick steel layer as the grounded layer.
EV3.1.2 Electrically conductive seat, driver harness, and firewall mounting points as well as the TS
firewall must have a resistance below 300 mΩ, measured with a current of 1A, to LVS
ground and be able to continuously carry at least 10% of the TS accumulator main fuse
current rating.
EV3.1.3 Parts of the vehicle which are or may become electrically conductive within 100mm of any
TS component must have a resistance below 100Ω to LVS ground
EV3.1.4 The rotating part of the wheels may not be grounded.
EV3.2 Overcurrent Protection
EV3.2.1 All electrical systems must have appropriate overcurrent protection.
EV3.2.2 The continuous current rating of the overcurrent protection must not be greater than the
continuous current rating of any electrical component, for example wire, busbar or other
conductor that it protects.
i.e. if multiple pins of a connector are used to carry currents in parallel, each pin must be
appropriately protected.
EV3.2.3 All overcurrent protection devices must have an interrupt current rating which is higher
than the theoretical short circuit current of the system that it protects.
EV3.2.4 All overcurrent protection devices must be rated for the highest voltage in the systems they
protect. All devices used must be rated for DC.
EV3.2.5 All overcurrent protection devices which are part of the TS must not rely on programmable
logic. The overcurrent protection function of unmodified commercially available motor
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EV3.2.6 The overcurrent protection must be designed for the expected surrounding temperature
range but at least for 0°C to 85°C.
EV3.2.7 The TS high current path through the accumulator(s) must be fused.
EV4 TRACTIVE SYSTEM (TS)
EV4.1 General Requirements
EV4.1.1 The maximum permitted voltage that may occur between any two electrical connections is
600 V DC and for motor controller/inverters internal low energy control signals 630 V DC.
EV4.1.2 All components in the TS must be rated for the maximum TS voltage.
The TS area of a PCB (see EV4.3.6), is considered as one component. Every input
connected to the TS must be rated to the maximum TS voltage.
EV4.1.3 All components must be rated for the maximum possible temperature which may occur
during usage.
EV4.1.4 Fans with > 50W total power must not be connected to the TS.
EV4.2 TS System Enclosures
EV4.2.1 TS enclosures, see EV1.1.2, must be labeled with (a) reasonably sized sticker(s) according
to “ISO 7010-W012” (triangle with black lightning bolt on yellow background). The sticker
must also contain the text “High Voltage” if the voltage is more than 60 V DC or 50 V AC
RMS.
EV4.3 Separation of Traction System and Grounded Low Voltage System
EV4.3.1 The entire TS and LVS must be completely galvanically isolated (see EV1.2.1 and IN4.1.1).
EV4.3.2 All connections from a TS component to external devices, such as laptops must include
galvanic isolation, see EV1.2.1.
EV4.3.3 TS and LVS circuits must be physically segregated such that they are not running through
the same conduit or connector, except for interlock circuit connections.
EV4.3.4 Where both TS and LVS are present within an enclosure, they must be separated by barriers
made of moisture resistant insulating materials or maintain the following spacing through
air, or over a surface:
Voltage Spacing
U < 100 V DC 10 mm
100 V DC < U < 200 V DC 20 mm
U > 200 V DC 30 mm
EV4.3.5 Components and cables capable of movement must be positively restrained to maintain
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EV4.3.6 If TS and LVS are on the same PCB, they must be on separate well defined areas of the
board, meeting the spacing requirements in Table 5, each area clearly marked with “TS” or
“LV”. The outline of the area required for spacing must be marked.
Over Through Air Conforma

Voltage
Surface (Cut in Board) l Coating
0 V DC to 50 V DC 1.6 mm 1.6 mm 1.0 mm
50 V DC to 150 V DC 6.4 mm 3.2 mm 2.0 mm
150 V DC to 300 V DC 9.5 mm 6.4 mm 3.0 mm
300 V DC to 600 V DC 12.7 mm 9.5 mm 4.0 mm
Table 5: Spacing required between TS and LV.
“Conformal coating” is referring to a coating insulator, solder resist is not a coating. If

integrated circuits are used such as opto-couplers which are rated for the respective
maximum TS voltage, but do not fulfill the required spacing, then they may still be used
and the given spacing does not apply for this integrated circuit.
EV4.3.7 Teams must be prepared to demonstrate spacing on team-built equipment. For inaccessible
circuitry, fully assembled spare boards must be available.
EV4.4 Positioning of Tractive System Parts
EV4.4.1 With the exception of what is permitted according to EV4.4.3, all parts belonging to the TS
including cables and wiring must be located within the rollover protection envelope (see
T1.1.15).“Part” is the whole device such as the complete HVD.
EV4.4.2 Any part of the TS that is less than 350 mm above the ground must be shielded from side
and rear impact collisions by structure according to T3.15 (with exception of the first point
under T3.15.1) and must follow T3.16 when having bolted attachments. TS wiring in front
of the front roll hoop may alternatively be shielded by the front bulkhead support structure
according to T3.14.
EV4.4.3 Outboard wheel motors are allowed only if
● an interlock is routed along the TS wiring such that the shutdown circuit, see EV6, is
opened before the TS wiring or its clamping fails
● an interlock is routed along a suspension member such that the shutdown circuit, see
EV6, is opened if the suspension fails
● TS wiring is not be able to reach the cockpit opening or the driver regardless of where
it breaks
● wiring outside of the rollover protection envelope, see T 1.1.15 is minimum length
● wiring outside of an impact structure or front bulkhead support structure (see EV4.4.2),
is minimum length
● Minimum length is the shortest distance plus extra wiring caused by bending radius.
EV4.4.4 In the side or front view any part of the TS must not project below the lower surface of the
chassis.
EV4.4.5 Additional regulations apply for accumulators (see EV5.4).

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EV4.5 Tractive System Insulation, Wiring and Conduit
EV4.5.1 All live parts of the TS must be protected from being touched. This must include team
members working on or inside the vehicle. This is tested with a 100 mm long, 6 mm
diameter insulated test probe when the TS enclosures are in place.
EV4.5.2 Insulation material that is appropriate for the expected surrounding temperatures and rated
for the maximum TS voltage must be used. Using only insulating tape or rubber-like paint
for insulation is prohibited.
EV4.5.3 The temperature rating for TS wiring, connections and insulation must be at least 85°C.
EV4.5.4 TS components and containers must be protected from moisture in the form of rain or
puddles (see IN9).
EV4.5.5 It must be possible to clearly assign and prove wire gauge, temperature rating and insulation
voltage to each used wire.
EV4.5.6 All TS wiring must be completed to professional standards with appropriately sized
conductors and terminals and with adequate strain relief and protection from loosening due
to vibration etc.
EV4.5.7 TS wiring must be located out of the way of possible snagging or damage.
EV4.5.8 All TS wiring that runs outside of TS enclosures must:
● Be enclosed in separate orange non-conductive conduit or use an orange shielded

cable. The conduit must be securely anchored to the vehicle, but not to wire, at least at
each end.
● Be securely anchored at least at each end so that it can withstand a force of 200 N
without straining the cable end crimp.
Body work is not sufficient to meet this enclosure requirement.
EV4.5.9 Any shielded cable must have the shield grounded.
EV4.5.10 Every TS connector outside of a housing must include a pilot contact/interlock line which is
part of the shutdown circuit. Housings only used to avoid interlocks are prohibited.
EV4.5.11 All TS connections must be designed so that they use intentional current paths through
conductors such as copper or aluminum and should not rely on steel bolts to be the primary
conductor.
EV4.5.12 All TS connections must not include compressible material such as plastic in the stack-up
or as a fastener. FR-4 is allowed.
EV4.5.13 TS connectors outside of TS enclosures must be designed in a way, that it is physically

impossible to electrically connect them in any way other than the design intent
configuration.
EV4.5.14 All electrical connections, including bolts, nuts and other fasteners, in the high current path
of the TS must be secured from unintentional loosening by the use of positive locking
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Components, e.g. inverters, certified for automotive use might be allowed without positive
locking feature, if connections are completed as recommended by the manufacturers’
datasheet and no positive locking is possible.
EV4.5.15 Teams must be prepared to demonstrate positive locking. For inaccessible connections,
appropriate photographs must be available.
EV4.5.16 Soldered connections in the high current path are only allowed if all of the following are
true:
● connections on PCBs
● the connected devices are not cells or wires
● the devices are additionally mechanically secured against loosening
EV4.6 Data Logger
EV4.6.1 A calibrated data logger will be provided by the officials and must be inserted during
competition. The data logger measures TS voltage and TS current.
EV4.6.2 The data logger must be in an easily accessible location so that it is possible to insert,
remove or replace it within 15 min in ready to race condition.
EV4.6.3 The data logger must not be placed within the accumulator container.
EV4.6.4 All current supplying the TS must run through the data logger. The data logger must be
inserted in the negative TS supply between the most negative AIR(s) and the inverters.
EV4.6.5 The TS voltage sense connection of the data logger must be directly connected (see T1.3.1)
to the most positive AIR(s) on the vehicle side. The direct connection must not carry any
current.
EV4.6.6 The data logger must be directly supplied (see T1.3.1) from the LVMS.
EV4.6.7 The specification of the data logger will be available on the competition website.
EV4.7 Tractive System Measuring point (TSMP)
EV4.7.1 Two TSMPs must be installed directly next to the master switches (see EV6.2).
EV4.7.2 The TSMPs must be directly connected (see T1.3.1) to the intermediate circuit capacitors
even if the HVD has been opened or the TS accumulator is disconnected.
EV4.7.3 4 mm shrouded banana jacks rated for 1000V CAT III or better must be used for the
TSMPs.
EV4.7.4 The TSMPs must be directly connected to the positive and negative motor
controller/inverter supply. The TSMPs must be marked “TS+” and “TS-” and exclusively
mounted on an orange background.
EV4.7.5 The TSMPs must be protected by a non-conductive housing that can be opened without
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EV4.7.6 Each TSMP must be secured with a current limiting resistor according to the following
table. Fusing of the TSMPs is prohibited. The resistors power rating must be chosen such
that they are able to continuously carry the current if both TSMPs are short circuited.
Maximum TS Voltage Resistor Value

Umax≤ 200 V DC 5 kΩ
200 V DC <Umax≤ 400 V DC 10 kΩ
400 V DC <Umax ≤ 600 V DC 15 kΩ
EV4.7.7 All electrical connections needed for TSMP, including bolts, nuts and other fasteners, must
be secured from unintentional loosening by the use of positive locking mechanisms.
EV4.7.8 Next to the TSMPs a LVS ground measuring point must be installed. A 4 mm black
shrouded banana jack must be connected to LVS ground and must be marked “GND”.
EV4.8 High Voltage Disconnect (HVD)
EV4.8.1 It must be possible to disconnect at least one pole of the TS accumulator by quickly
removing an unobstructed and directly accessible element, fuse or connector. It must be
possible to disconnect the HVD without removing any bodywork. The HVD must be above
350 mm from the ground and easily visible when standing behind the vehicle. Remote
actuation of the HVD through a long handle, rope or wire is not permitted.
EV4.8.2 An untrained person must be able to remove the HVD within 10 seconds when the vehicle
is in ready-to-race condition.
EV4.8.3 A dummy connector or similar may be required to restore the system’s isolation (see
EV4.5). The dummy connector must be attached to the pushbar (see T13.1), if not in use.
EV4.8.4 The HVD must be clearly marked with “HVD”.
EV4.8.5 No tools must be necessary to open the HVD. An interlock is required (see EV4.5.10).
EV4.9 Discharge Circuit
EV4.9.1 If a discharge circuit is required to meet EV6.1.5, it must be designed to handle the
maximum tractive system voltage permanently.
After three subsequent discharges within 15s in total, the discharge time specified in
EV6.1.5 may be exceeded. Full discharging functionality must be given after a reasonable
time with a deactivated discharge circuit.
EV4.9.2 The discharge circuit must be wired in a way that it is always active whenever the shutdown
circuit is open. Furthermore, the discharge circuit must be fail-safe such that it still
discharges the intermediate circuit capacitors if the HVD has been opened or the TS
accumulator is disconnected.
EV4.9.3 Fusing of the discharge main current path is prohibited.

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EV4.10 Tractive System Active Light (TSAL)
EV4.10.1 The vehicles must include a single TSAL that must indicate the TS status. The TSAL must
not perform any other functions. A TSAL with multiple LEDs in one housing is allowed.
EV4.10.2 The TSAL itself must have a red light, flashing continuously with a frequency between 2
Hz and 5 Hz and a duty cycle of 50%, active if and only if the LVS is active and the voltage
across DC-link capacitors exceeds
● 60 VDC or or 50 VAC Root Mean Square (RMS)

● Half the nominal TS voltage
whichever is lower.
EV4.10.3 The TSAL itself must have a green light, continuously on, active if and only if the LVS is
active and ALL of the following conditions are true:
● All AIRs are opened.

● The pre-charge relay, see EV5.7.2, is opened.
● The voltage at the vehicle side of the AIRs inside the TSAC does not exceed 60 VDC
or 25 VAC RMS.
EV4.10.4 The mentioned voltage detection must be performed inside the respective TS enclosure.
EV4.10.5 The mentioned states of the relays (opened/closed) are the actual mechanical states. The
mechanical state can differ from the intentional state, i.e. if a relay is stuck. Any circuitry
detecting the mechanical state must meet EV5.6.2.
EV4.10.6 The voltage detection circuit of the red light and the relay state and voltage detection circuit
of the green light must be independent. Any plausibility check between both lights is not
allowed. A TSAL state with both lights simultaneously active might occur and must not be
prevented.
EV4.10.7 The TSAL must:
● Be located lower than the highest point of the main hoop and including the mounting
within the rollover protection envelope, see T1.1.15.
● Be no lower than 75 mm from the highest point of the main hoop.
● Not be able to contact the driver’s helmet in any circumstances.
EV4.10.8 The entire illuminated surface of the TSAL must be clearly visible:
● Except for angles less than 10° which are blocked by the main hoop.
● From a point 1.60 m vertically from ground level, within 3 m horizontal radius from
the TSAL.
● In direct sunlight.
EV4.10.9 The TSAL and all needed circuitry must be hard wired electronics. Software control is not
permitted.
EV4.10.10 A green indicator light in the cockpit that is easily visible even in bright sunlight and clearly
marked with “TS off” must light up if TSAL green light is on, see EV4.10.3.

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EV4.10.11 Signals influencing the TSAL and the indicator according to EV4.10.10 are SCS, see T11.9.
The individual safe state of each of the TSAL lights is off. TheThe TSAL has an active
indication of absence of failures (continuous green illumination) and thus the red light must
not be illuminated for visible check, see T11.9.5.
EV4.10.12 The TSAL’s red light voltage detection circuit, see EV4.10.2, does not need to detect an
open circuit, as required by T11.9, when no voltage is present. A plausibility check must not
be implemented.
EV4.10.13 The TSAL’s green light relay state detection circuit, see EV4.10.3, does not need to detect
an open circuit, as required by T11.9, when the intentional state of the used (auxiliary)
contact is opened. A plausibility check against the intentional relay states must be
implemented in a way that the TSAL’s green light stays off after the open circuit is
detectable.
EV 4.10.14 The TSAL’s green light voltage detection circuit, see EV4.10.3 and EV4.10.3, does not need
to detect an open circuit, as required by T11.9, when no voltage is present. A plausibility
check against the intentional relay states must be implemented in a way that the TSAL’s
green light stays off after the open circuit of the accumulator voltage detection circuit is
detectable.
EV 4.10.15 The latching required by EV4.10.13 and EV4.10.14 must only be reset by power-cycling
the LVS.
EV4.11 Activating the Tractive System
EV4.11.1 The TS is active if any of the AIRs or the pre-charge relay is closed.
EV4.11.2 The driver must be able to activate and deactivate the TS from within the cockpit without
the assistance of any other person.
EV4.11.3 [DV Only]
EV4.11.4 Closing the shutdown circuit by any part defined in EV7.1.2 must not (re-)activate the
tractive system. Additional action must be required.
EV4.11.5 [DV Only]
EV4.11.6 The vehicle is ready to drive as soon as the motor(s) will respond to the input of the APPS.
EV4.11.7 After the TS has been activated, additional actions must be required by the driver to set the
vehicle to ready-to-drive mode (e.g. pressing a dedicated start button). The transition to
ready-to-drive mode must only be possible during the actuation of the mechanical brakes
and a simultaneous dedicated additional action.
EV4.11.8 The ready-to-drive mode must be left immediately when the shutdown circuit is opened.
EV4.12 Ready-To-Drive Sound
EV4.12.1 The vehicle must make a characteristic sound, continuously for at least one second and a
maximum of three seconds when it enters ready-to-drive mode.
EV4.12.2 The sound level must be a minimum of 80 dBA and a maximum of 90 dBA, fast weighting
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EV4.12.3 The used sound must be easily recognizable. No animal voices, song parts or sounds that
could be interpreted as offensive will be accepted.
EV4.12.4 The vehicle must not make any other sounds similar to the ready-to-drive sound.
EV5 TRACTIVE SYSTEM ENERGY STORAGE
EV5.1 Definitions
EV5.1.1 Cell – a battery cell or super-capacitor.
EV5.1.2 Cell Energy – the maximum cell voltage times the nominal capacity of the used cell.
EV5.1.3 TS Accumulator – all cells that store the electrical energy to be used by the TS as a whole.
EV5.1.4 TS Accumulator Container (TSAC) – a container which contains the TS accumulator.
EV5.1.5 TS Accumulator Segments – sub-divisions of the TS accumulator.
EV5.2 Allowed Tractive System Accumulators
EV5.2.1 All types of accumulators except molten salt and thermal batteries are allowed.
EV5.2.2 Fuel cells are prohibited.
EV5.3 Tractive System Energy Storage – General Requirements
EV5.3.1 All cells which store the TS energy must be enclosed in (an) accumulator container(s).
EV5.3.2 Each accumulator segment must not exceed a maximum static voltage of 120 V DC and a
maximum energy of 6 MJ (see EV5.1.2) and a maximum mass of 12 kg.
EV5.3.3 If spare TS accumulators are used, they must be of the same size, weight and type as those
that are replaced. Spare accumulator packs must be presented at technical inspection.
EV5.3.4 Spare cells must be stored in an electrically insulated container made of fire retardant
material (see T1.2.1). The container must be labeled according to EV5.3.8.
EV5.3.5 Spare accumulators and spare cells must be presented at technical inspection.
EV5.3.6 It must be possible to open the TSAC for technical inspection.
EV5.3.7 Each TSAC must be removable from the vehicle while still remaining rules compliant
without the need to install extra components. A dummy connector or similar may be used to
restore the system’s isolation (see EV4.5).
EV5.3.8 The vehicle number, the university name, the ESO phone number(s), cell chemistry used
and max TS voltage must be displayed and written in Roman Sans-Serif characters of at
least 20 mm high on the lid of each accumulator container. The characters must be clearly
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EV5.4 Tractive System Energy Storage – Electrical Configuration
EV5.4.1 If the TSAC is made from an electrically conductive material, the insulation barrier must be
adequately protected against conductive penetrations.
EV5.4.2 Every TSAC must contain at least one fuse and at least two AIRs (see EV5.6 and EV3.2.7).
EV5.4.3 LVS must not be included in the TSAC except where inherently required. Exceptions
include the AIRs, TS DC/DC converters, the Accumulator Management System(AMS), the
Insulation Monitoring Device (IMD), parts of the TSAL and cooling fans.
EV5.4.4 Maintenance plugs must allow electrical separation of all internal cell segments (see
EV5.3.2). The separation must affect both poles of all segments including the first and last
segment.
EV5.4.5 Maintenance plugs must
● not require tools to separate the TS accumulator segments.

● be non-conductive on surfaces that do not provide any electrical connection.
● be designed in a way that it is physically impossible to electrically connect them in any
way other than the design intent configuration.
● protected against accidental reconnection.
● be designed such that it is clearly visible whether the connection is open or closed.
Electrically controlled switches must not be used.
● Upon removal of all maintenance plugs, no voltage should be present at the
accumulator side of AIR.
EV5.4.6 Each TS accumulator segment must be electrically insulated by the use of suitable and fire
retardant (see T1.2.1), material between the segments and on top of the segment to prevent
arc flashes caused by inter segment contact or by parts/tools accidentally falling into the
TSAC during maintenance.
EV5.4.7 Every wire used in a TSAC, regardless of whether it is part of the LVS or TS, must be rated
to the maximum TS voltage.
EV5.4.8 Each TSAC must have a prominent indicator, a voltmeter or a red LED visible even in
bright sunlight that will illuminate whenever a voltage greater than 60 V DC or half the
maximum TS voltage, whichever is lower, is present at the vehicle side of the AIRs.
EV5.4.9 The indicator must be clearly visible while disconnecting the TSAC from the vehicles. The
indicator must be clearly marked with “Voltage Indicator”.
EV5.4.10 The indicator must be hard wired electronics without software control and directly supplied
by the TS and always working, even if the accumulator is disconnected from the LVS or
removed from the vehicle.
EV5.5 Tractive System Energy Storage – Mechanical Configuration
EV5.5.1 All TSAC must lie within and be attached to the primary structure or any additional
structures fixed to the primary structure which meet the minimum specification for side
impact structures (Table 4), no higher than the top of the side impact structure (see
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EV5.5.2 The TSAC must be protected from side and rear impact collisions by structure equivalent to
that defined in T3.15 (with exception of the first point under T3.15.1) and must follow
T3.16 when having bolted attachments. The TSAC must not be part of this structure.
EV5.5.3 All TSAC materials as well as all structural parts must be fire retardant (T1.2.1).
EV5.5.4 TSAC must be constructed of steel or aluminum. With the following requirements:
● The bottom of the accumulator container must be at least 1.25 mm thick if made from
steel or 3.2 mm if made from aluminum.
● The internal and external vertical walls, covers and lids must be at least 0.9mm thick if
made from steel or 2.3 mm if made from aluminum.
Alternative materials are allowed with proof of equivalency per T3.3 or for composite
materials per EV5.5.5. This must be documented in the SES. When alternative materials are
used, test samples must be presented at technical inspection.
EV5.5.5 Composite accumulator containers must satisfy the following requirements:
● Data obtained from the laminate perimeter shear strength test and three point bending
test (T3.5), should be used to prove adequate strength is provided.
● Each attachment point requires steel backing plates with a minimum thickness of 2
mm. Alternate materials may be used for backing plates if equivalency is approved.
● The calculations and physical test results must be included in the SES.
EV5.5.6 The floor and walls of the TSAC must be joined by welds, bonding and/or fasteners.
EV5.5.7 The TSAC must consist of electrically insulating internal vertical walls with a minimum of
75% of the height of the external vertical walls, that divide the TSAC into sections of a
maximum of 12 kg. These walls must not divide any accumulator segment (see EV5.3.2).
EV5.5.8 The accumulator segments (EV5.3.2), must be separated by a rigid, electrically insulating
and fire retardant barrier (see T1.2.1).
EV5.5.9 The TSAC itself, the mounting of the TSAC to the chassis and the mounting of the cells to
the container must be designed to withstand the following accelerations:
● 40 g in the longitudinal direction (forward/aft)

● 40 g in the lateral direction (left/right)
● 20 g in the vertical direction (up/down)
Calculations and/or tests must be documented in the SES. All considered TSAC attachment
points must follow EV5.5.13. TSACs made of materials as stated in EV5.5.4 or EV5.5.5
may need further reinforcement in order to comply with this rule.
EV5.5.10 Tabs of pouch cells must not carry mechanical loads. Pouch cells must only carry
mechanically loads on the large surface areas.
EV5.5.11 All fasteners used within or to mount the TSAC must comply with T10. Fasteners within
the accumulator used for non-structural accumulator parts (e.g. PCBs etc.) do not have to
follow T10.1.2. Fasteners made of electrically non-conductive material within the
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EV5.5.12 The AIRs and the main fuse (see EV3.2.7) must be separated with an electrically insulated
and fire retardant material (see T1.2.1) from the rest of the TS accumulator. Air is not
considered to be a suitable insulation material in this case.
EV5.5.13 Any brackets used to mount the TSAC must be made of steel 1.6 mm thick or aluminum 4
mm thick and must have gussets to carry bending loads. Each attachment point including
brackets, backing plates and inserts, must be able to withstand 20 kN in any direction.
EV5.5.14 Holes, both internal and external, in the TSAC are only allowed for the wiring-harness,
ventilation, cooling or fasteners. The TSAC must still be compliant with all other rules,
especially the ones concerning its structural requirements. External holes must be sealed
according to EV4.5. External openings for cooling or mounted connected cooling ducts
must not point towards the driver, or if the accumulator is out of the car, towards the
operator of the accumulator hand cart.
EV5.5.15 A sticker according to “ISO 7010-W012” (triangle with black lightning bolt on yellow
background) with triangle side length of at least 100 mm and the text “Always Energized”
must be applied on every TSAC. The sticker must also contain the text “High Voltage” if
the voltage is more than 60 V DC or 25 V AC.
EV5.5.16 Any TS accumulators that may vent an explosive gas must have a ventilation system to
prevent the vented gas from reaching an explosive concentration.
EV5.5.17 Every TSAC which is completely sealed must also have a pressure relief valve to prevent
high-pressure in the container.
EV5.5.18 The design of the TSAC and its contents must be documented in the SES including
materials used, drawings, images, fastener locations, segment weight, cell and segment
position.
EV5.6 Accumulator Isolation Relays (AIRs)
EV5.6.1 At least two AIRs must be fitted inside each accumulator container.
EV5.6.2 The AIRs must open both poles of the accumulator. If the AIRs are open, no TS voltage
may be present outside of the accumulator container and the vehicle side of the AIRs must
be galvanically isolated from the accumulator side (see EV1.2.1).
EV5.6.3 The AIRs must be of a “normally open” type. Solid-state relays are prohibited.
EV5.6.4 The fuse protecting the accumulator TS circuit must have a rating lower than the maximum
switch off current of the AIRs.
EV5.7 Pre-Charge Circuit
EV5.7.1 A circuit that ensures that the intermediate circuit is pre-charged to at least 95% of the
actual TS accumulator voltage before closing the second AIR must be implemented.
Therefore the intermediate circuit voltage must be measured.
EV5.7.2 The pre-charge circuit must use a mechanical, normally open type relay. All pre-charge
current must pass through this relay.

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EV5.8 Accumulator Management System (AMS)
EV5.8.1 Each TS accumulator must be monitored by an AMS whenever the LVS is active or the
accumulator is connected to a charger.
EV5.8.2 Every TSAC must contain its full AMS including its own and AMS exclusive SDC power
stage, see EV6.1
EV5.8.3 The AMS must continuously measure
a. all cell voltages

b. the TS current
c. the temperature of thermally critical cells
d. for lithium based cells: the temperature of at least 30% of the cells equally distributed
within the accumulator container(s)
EV5.8.4 Cell temperature must be measured at the negative terminal of the respective cell and the
sensor used must be in direct contact with either the negative terminal or less than 10 mm
along the high current path away from the terminal on the respective busbar. It is acceptable
to monitor multiple cells with one sensor if this requirement is met for all cells sensed by
the sensor.
EV5.8.5 The maximum cell temperature is 60ºC or the limit stated in the cell data sheet, whichever
is lower.
EV5.8.6 (Removed)
EV5.8.7 The AMS must switch off the TS via the shutdown circuit, if critical voltage, temperature or
current values according to the cell manufacturer’s datasheet or these rules are persistently
detected for more than:
● 500 ms for voltage and current values

● 1 s for temperature values
The accuracy and noise of the measurement must be taken into account for these.
EV5.8.8 AMS cell voltage measurement inputs, temperature measurement inputs and supply voltage
of decentralized AMS slaves may be rated below the maximum TS voltage if the team has
proven by calculations in the Electrical System Form (ESF) (see EV9) that the input voltage
rating is reasonably chosen.
EV5.8.9 A red indicator light in the cockpit that is easily visible from inside and outside the cockpit
even in bright sunlight and clearly marked with the lettering “AMS” must light up if the
AMS opens the shutdown circuit. It must stay illuminated until the error state has been
manually reset (see EV6.1.6). Signals controlling this indicator are SCS (seeT11.9).
EV5.8.10 AMS signals are System Critical Signals, (see T11.9).
EV5.8.11 It must be possible to individually disconnect the current sensor, one temperature sensor
and one cell voltage measurement wire during technical inspection, if any wire is used.
EV5.8.12 The AMS must be able to read and display all measured values according to EV5.8.2 e.g.
by connecting a laptop to the AMS.

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EV6 SHUTDOWN CIRCUIT AND SYSTEMS
EV6.1 Shutdown Circuit
EV6.1.1 The shutdown circuit directly carries the current driving the AIRs, see EV5.6, and the
pre-charge circuitry, see EV5.7.
EV6.1.2 The shutdown circuit is defined as a series connection of at least two master switches, three
shutdown buttons, the BOTS (see T6.2), the IMD, the inertia switch (see T11.5), the BSPD
(see T11.6), all required interlocks and the AMS. An explanatory schematic of the required
shutdown circuit, excluding any possible interlock circuitry, is shown in Figure 21.
EV6.1.3 All parts of the shutdown circuit defined in EV6.1.2 must be on the high-side connection of
the AIR coils.
EV6.1.4 The Tractive System Master Switch (TSMS) (see EV6.2) must be the last switch before the
AIRs except for pre-charge circuitry and hardwired interlocks.
EV6.1.5 If the shutdown circuit is opened, the TS must be shutdown by opening all AIRs and the
voltage in the TS must drop to below 60 V DC and 50 VAC RMS in less than five seconds.
All accumulator current flow must stop immediately.
The action of opening the shutdown circuit may be delayed by ≤250 ms to signal the action
to the motor controllers and reduce the TS current before the AIRs are opened. The AIR
supply must be abruptly switched off before reaching the minimum AIR supply voltage.
Figure 21: Explanatory example schematic of the required shutdown circuit
EV6.1.6 If the shutdown circuit is opened by the AMS or the IMD, it has to be latched open by a
non-programmable logic that can only be manually reset by a person at the vehicle who is
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EV6.1.7 All circuits that are part of the shutdown circuit must be designed in a way, that in
thede-energized/disconnected state they are open such that each circuit will remove the
current controlling the AIRs.
EV6.1.8 It must be possible to demonstrate that all features of the shutdown circuit function
correctly. This includes all interlocks.
EV6.1.9 Every system that is required to or is able to open the shutdown circuit must have its own,
non-programmable, power stage to achieve this. The respective power stages must be
designed to be able to carry the shutdown circuit current, e.g. AIR inrush currents, and such
that a failure cannot result in electrical power being fed back into the electrical shutdown
circuit.
EV6.1.10 The shutdown buttons, the BOTS, the TSMS and all interlocks must not act through any
power stage.
EV6.1.11 All signals influencing the shutdown circuit are SCSs (see T11.9).
EV6.2 Tractive System Master Switch (TSMS)
EV6.2.1 A TSMS according to T11.2 must be part of the shutdown circuit (see EV6.1.2).
EV6.2.2 The TSMS must be fitted with a “lockout/tagout” capability to prevent accidental activation
of the TS. The ESO must ensure that it is locked in the off position whenever work is done
on the vehicle or no ESO is present.
EV6.2.3 The TSMS must be mounted in the middle of a completely orange circular area of ≥50 mm
diameter placed on a high contrast background.
EV6.2.4 The TSMS must be marked with “TS” and a symbol according to “ISO 7010-W012”
(triangle with black lightning bolt on yellow background).
EV6.3 Insulation Monitoring Device (IMD)
EV6.3.1 Every vehicle must have an IMD installed in the TS system.
EV6.3.2 The IMD must be a Bender A-ISOMETER® iso-F1 IR155-3203 or -3204 or equivalent
IMD approved for automotive use. Equivalency may be approved by the officials’ based on
the following criteria: robustness to vibration, operating temperature range, IP rating,
availability of a direct output, a self-test facility and must not be powered by the system
which is monitored.
EV6.3.3 The response value of the IMD must be set to ≥500 Ω/v, related to the maximum TS
operation voltage.
EV6.3.4 The IMD must be connected on the vehicle side of the AIRs.
EV6.3.5 One IMD chassis ground measurement line must be connected to the grounded TSAC or
the respective grounded enclosure of the IMD. The other chassis ground measurement line
must be connected to the main hoop. Each connection must use a separate conductor, rated
for at least maximum TS voltage. An open circuit in any of this ground measurement
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EV6.3.6 In case of an insulation failure or an IMD failure, the IMD must open the shutdown circuit.
This must be done without the influence of any programmable logic. See also EV6.1.6
regarding the re-activation of the TS after an insulation fault.
EV6.3.7 A red indicator light in the cockpit that is easily visible from inside and outside the cockpit
even in bright sunlight and clearly marked with the lettering “IMD” must light up if the
IMD opens the shutdown circuit. It must stay illuminated until the error state has been
manually reset (see EV6.1.6). Signals controlling this indicator are SCS (see T11.9).
EV7 CHARGERS
EV7.1 Chargers General Requirements
EV7.1.1 Only chargers presented and sealed at technical inspection are allowed. All connections of
the charger(s) must be isolated and covered. No open connections are allowed.
EV7.1.2 Exposed conductive parts and the TSAC must be connected to protective earth (PE).
EV7.1.3 All chargers must either be accredited to a recognized standard e.g. CE, or when built by
the team, must comply with all electrical requirements for the vehicle TS, e.g. EV4.3,
EV3.1 and EV4.2.
EV7.1.4 TS charging leads must be orange.
EV7.1.5 When charging, the AMS must be live and must be able to turn off the charger in the event
that a fault is detected.
EV7.1.6 The charger must include a push type emergency stop button which has a minimum
diameter of 24 mm and must be clearly labeled.
EV7.1.7 When charging the accumulator, an IMD as described in EV6.3 must be active and must be
able to shut down the charger. Either the charger must incorporate an active IMD or an
active IMD must be within the accumulator. Other than stated in EV6.3, the second chassis
ground measurement line must be connected to the casing of the charger instead of the main
hoop.
EV7.1.8 An IMD indicator light as defined in EV6.3.7 must be available during charging.
EV7.1.9 The charger must include TSMPs as described in EV4.7. Other than stated, the TSMPs
must be connected to the HV output of the charger.
EV7.2 Charging Shutdown Circuit
EV7.2.1 When charging, the charging shutdown circuit consists of at least the charger shutdown
button (see EV7.1.6), the IMD and the AMS.
EV7.2.2 If the shutdown circuit is opened the charging system must remain disabled and the
shutdown circuit opened, until it is manually reset.
EV7.2.3 The charging shutdown systems must comply with EV6.1.1, EV6.1.5, EV6.1.7, EV6.1.8
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EV7.2.4 All signals influencing the charger shutdown circuit are SCS (see T11.9).
EV8 TS ACCUMULATOR CONTAINER HAND CART
EV8.1 TS Accumulator Container Hand Cart
EV8.1.1 A hand cart(s) must be used for transporting the accumulator container(s) around the
competition site.
EV8.1.2 The hand cart must have at least four wheels.
EV8.1.3 The hand cart must have a brake which is always on and only released if someone pushes
the handle, or similar.
EV8.1.4 The brake must be capable of stopping the fully loaded accumulator container hand cart.
EV8.1.5 The hand cart must be able to carry the load of the TSAC(s).
EV8.1.6 The hand cart must provide a firewall to protect the person while moving the hand cart. The
firewall must have the same width as the hand cart, start at the lowest point of the hand cart
excluding the wheels and be at least 30 cm higher than the hand cart handle and the TSAC.
EV8.1.7 The TSAC(s) must be mechanically fixed to the hand cart to enable safe transportation.
EV8.1.8 The TSAC(s) must be protected from vibrations and shocks during normal operation of the
cart, e.g. by the use of air tires.
EV8.1.9 The label on the TSAC or an additional label according to EV5.3.8 must be clearly visible
if the TSAC is on the hand cart.
EV8.1.10 The overall floor space used by the fully loaded hand cart must not exceed 1200mm x
800mm. If the TSAC is larger than the allowed floor space, exceptions may be approved by
the officials prior to the competition.
EV9 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FORM (ESF) and FAILURE MODES

AND EFFECTS ANALYSIS (FMEA)
EV9.1 [EV ONLY] Electrical System Form (ESF)
EV9.1.1 Prior to the competition, all teams must submit clearly structured documentation of their
entire electrical system (including control and TS) called the ESF.
EV9.1.2 Templates of the ESF shall be made available on the competition website.
EV9.2 [EV ONLY] Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA)
EV9.2.1 Teams must submit a complete failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA) of the TS by the
deadline published on the competition website.

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EV9.2.2 A template including required failures to be described will be made available online.
Pictures, schematics and data sheets referenced in the FMEA must be included in the
FMEA on additional table pages.
EV9.3 [EV ONLY] Accumulator Pre-Tech Inspection (ACC-PT)
EV9.3.1 Teams will be required to participate in a pre-technical inspection for the accumulator
system, prior to the competition, by the deadline highlighted on the competition website.
EV9.3.2 The inspection will follow similar requirements as mandated for the on-site accumulator
inspection.
EV9.3.3 A document will be required to be submitted prior to this inspection. A checklist of views
required, including the method of submission shall be specified on the competition website.

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IN TECHNICAL INSPECTIONS
IN1 GENERAL
IN1.1 Technical Inspection Process
IN1.1.1 The technical inspection is divided into the following parts:
● Pre-Inspection
● [EV ONLY] Accumulator Inspection
● [EV ONLY] Electrical Inspection
● Mechanical Inspection
● Tilt Test
● Vehicle Weighing (Optional)
● [CV ONLY] Noise Test
● [EV ONLY] Rain Test
● Brake Test
IN1.1.2 The technical inspection process will be held in the following order:
Combustion Electric
Pre-Inspection Pre-Inspection
Mechanical Inspection Accumulator Inspection
Tilt Test Electrical / Mechanical Inspection*
Noise Test Rain Test
Brakes Test Tilt Test
Brakes Test
*Electrical Inspection and Mechanical Inspection can be conducted in either order.
IN1.2 General Rules
IN1.2.1 Each vehicle must pass all parts of technical inspection before it may participate in any
dynamic event.
IN1.2.2 [DV Only]
IN1.2.3 Passing the technical inspections is not a certification of complete rules compliance of the
vehicle.
IN1.2.4 The technical inspection sheet includes several inspection points and will be provided on
the competition website prior to the competition. It must always stay with the push bar.
IN1.2.5 The officials may inspect other points not mentioned on the technical inspection sheet to
ensure compliance with the rules.
IN1.2.6 Teams are responsible for confirming that their vehicle and the required equipment satisfies
the requirements and restrictions of the rules before presenting it for technical inspection.
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IN1.2.8 Safety uncritical rule violations without a benefit to the team that cannot be changed at the
event may result in at least 20 penalty points for the teams, depending on officials’ decision.
Safety uncritical violations with a minor benefit to the team that cannot be changed at the
event may result in at least 40 penalty points for the team. The penalty points will be
deducted from the team’s overall score.
IN1.2.9 All items on the inspection sheet must be clearly visible for the officials without using
instruments such as endoscopes or mirrors. Visible access may be provided by removing
body panels or by providing removable access panels.
IN1.2.10 The vehicle must maintain all required specifications throughout the competition.
IN1.2.11 Officials reserve the right to ask the team for drilling of additional inspection holes to check
the chassis for compliance with the rules.
IN1.2.12 Officials will mark or seal various different approved parts. Removal of, or damage to the
seals will void the inspection approval.
IN1.2.13 Once the vehicle is approved for competition, any damage to the vehicle that requires
repair(s) will void the inspection approval. After completion of the repair(s), the vehicle
must be re-submitted to technical inspection for re-approval.
IN 1.2.14 The officials reserve the right to prohibit the use of parts that could pose a safety risk to
drivers, track marshalls or the environment.
IN1.3 Technical Inspection Sticker
IN1.3.1 The competition technical inspection stickers will be placed on the nose of the vehicle.
IN1.3.2 If a vehicle is no longer in compliance with the rules, the officials will set the vehicle’s
technical inspection status to fail, remove the respective inspection sticker(s) from the
vehicle and note the reason for revoking the technical inspection approval in the technical
inspection sheet.
IN1.4 Inspection Responsible Person
IN1.4.1 To accelerate the technical inspection process, the team must appoint one team member as
inspection responsible person. [EV ONLY] For electrical inspection and accumulator
inspection this has to be an ESO.
IN1.4.2 This inspection responsible person must be:
● Familiar with the vehicle.

● Able to show compliance of the vehicle with all points mentioned on the technical
inspection sheet.
● Able to perform the technical inspection autonomously observed by the officials, when
asked.
IN1.4.3 Should the inspection responsible person be unable to perform one of these requirements, or
the vehicle and all necessary items are not ready, the technical inspection will be aborted
and the team will be asked to leave the technical inspection area.

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IN1.5 Modifications and Repairs
IN1.5.1 After technical inspection, the only modifications permitted to the vehicle are:
● Adjustment of belts, chains and clutches

● Adjustment of the brake bias
● Adjustment of the driver restraint system, head restraint, seat and pedal assembly
● Substitution of the head restraint or seat insert for different drivers
● Adjustment to engine operating parameters, e.g. fuel mixture and ignition timing
● Adjustment of mirrors
● Adjustment of the suspension where no part substitution, other than springs, sway bars
and shims, is required
● Adjustment of tire pressure
● Adjustment of winglet angles, but not the position of the complete aerodynamic device
in relation to the vehicle
● Replenishment of fluids
● Replacement of defective tires or brake pads. Replacement tires and brake pads must
be identical in material/composition/size to those presented and approved at technical
inspection.
● Changing wheels and tires for “wet” or “damp” conditions as allowed in D3.2 and
D7.5
● Software calibration changes
● Recharging low voltage batteries
● Recharging TS accumulators
IN2 PRE-INSPECTION
IN2.1 Pre-Inspection Required Items
IN2.1.1 The following items must be presented for pre-inspection:
● All helmets
● All driver’s equipment and other safety gear
● Two sets of four tires mounted on rims for dry and wet driving conditions
● Two unused and in date fire extinguishers
IN3 [EV ONLY] ACCUMULATOR INSPECTION
IN3.1 Accumulator Inspection General Definitions
IN3.1.1 Cell modules or stacks do not need to be disassembled when AIRs, fuses, pre- and
discharge circuit and positive locking mechanism of the maintenance plugs are reachable
and visible for the officials.
IN3.1.2 (Removed)
IN3.1.3 The accumulator charger will be inspected and sealed.
IN3.1.4 The set of basic tools will be checked.

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IN3.1.5 An official pre-inspection of the accumulator may take place within 4 months prior to the
competition. Details of the inspection, its benefits and schedule will be shared on the
competition website.
IN3.2 Accumulator Inspection Required Items
IN3.2.1 The following items must be presented at accumulator inspection:
● All TS accumulators
● Accumulator hand cart
● Accumulator charger
● Basic Tools (see IN3.2.2)
● Tools needed for the (dis)assembly of parts
● Samples of self designed PCBs that are part of the tractive system and inside the
accumulator container (see EV4.3.6)
● Data sheets for all parts used in the accumulator
● Original delivery notes for material without serial number printed on according to
T1.2.1
● Print-outs of rule questions (if applicable)
IN3.2.2 The following basic tools in good condition must be presented:
● Insulated cable shears

● Insulated screwdrivers
● Multimeter with protected probe tips and two 4 mm banana plug test leads rated for
1000 V CAT III or better
● Insulated tools, if screwed connections are used in the tractive system
● Face shield
● at least two pairs of HV insulating gloves (not expired)
● Two HV insulating blankets of at least 1.0 m2 each
● Safety glasses with side shields for all team members that might work on the tractive
system or accumulator
All electrical safety items must be rated for at least the maximum tractive system voltage.
IN4 [EV ONLY] ELECTRICAL INSPECTION
IN4.1 Electrical Inspection General Definitions
IN4.1.1 The insulation resistance between the TS and LVS ground will be measured. Vehicles with a
maximum TS voltage less than or equal to 250 V will be probed with 250 V and vehicles
with a maximum TS voltage greater than 250 V with 500 V.
To pass this test, the measured insulation resistance must be at least 500 Ω/V related to the
maximum TS voltage of the vehicle.
IN4.1.2 The IMD will be tested by connecting a resistor between the TSMP (see EV4.7) and LVS
ground connector (see EV4.7.8).
The test is passed if the IMD shuts down the TS within 30 s at a fault resistance of 50%
below the response value which corresponds to 250 Ω/V.

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IN4.2 Electrical Inspection Required Items
IN4.2.1 The following items must be presented at electrical inspection:
● One ESO
● Vehicle with mounted TS accumulator
● Quick jack and push bar
● Samples of self designed PCBs that are part of the tractive system and are outside of
the accumulator container (see EV4.3.7)
● Tools needed for the BSPD check (see T11.6.9)
● Data sheets for all parts used in the tractive system
● Original delivery notes for material without serial number printed on according to
T1.2.1
● Tools needed for the (dis)assembly of parts for electrical inspection
● The connectors needed
– to safely close the SDC while the HVD is removed and
– to safely supply the TS using the same shrouded receptacles as used for TSMP when
the TS accumulator is unconnected
IN5 MECHANICAL INSPECTION
IN5.1 Mechanical Inspection Required Items
IN5.1.1 The following items must be presented at mechanical inspection:
● The vehicle in ready-to-race condition

● Quick jack and push bar
● The tallest driver of the team
● Copies of any safety structure equivalency forms
● Copies of any impact attenuator data requirement
● Impact attenuator test piece (except for teams with “standard” IA)
● Teams with a monocoque: laminate test specimen(s)
● Teams using alloyed steel: test specimen(s)
● Only tools needed for the (dis)assembly of parts for mechanical inspection
IN6 [DV ONLY] DRIVERLESS INSPECTION
IN7 TILT TEST
IN7.1 Tilt Test Procedure
IN7.1.1 The tilt test will be conducted with the tallest driver fully strapped in normal driving
position.
IN7.1.2 The tilt test will be conducted with all vehicle fluids at their maximum fill level.
IN7.1.3 The vehicle will be placed upon the tilt table and to an angle of 60°. There must be no fluid
leaks and all wheels must remain in contact with the tilt table surface.

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IN8 VEHICLE WEIGHING
IN8.1 Vehicle Weighing Procedure
IN8.1.1 All vehicles must be weighed in ready-to-race condition.
IN8.1.2 All fluids must be at their maximum fill level for weighing.
IN9 [EV ONLY] RAIN TEST
IN9.1 Rain Test General Definitions
IN9.1.1 Vehicles must have passed electrical inspection, see IN4, to attempt the rain test.
IN9.2 Rain Test Procedure
IN9.2.1 The vehicle must be in ready-to-race condition. All components and constructions used to
protect the vehicle from water during the rain test must be used during the entire
competition.
IN9.2.2 The tractive system must be active during the rain test.
IN9.2.3 The vehicle must be jacked up using the quick jack (see T13.2) and all driven wheels must
be removed.
IN9.2.4 The vehicle must not be in ready-to-drive mode (see EV4.11).
IN9.2.5 The test will be conducted without a driver.
IN9.2.6 Water will be sprayed at the vehicle from any possible direction. The water spray is similar
to a vehicle driving in rain and not a direct high-pressure stream of water.
IN9.2.7 The test is passed if the IMD is not triggered while water is sprayed at the vehicle for 120s
and 120s after the water spray has stopped.
IN10 [CV ONLY] NOISE TEST
IN10.1 Noise Test Procedure
IN10.1.1 The sound level will be measured during a static test.
IN10.1.2 The vehicle must be compliant at all engine speeds up to the maximum test speed (see
CV3.2.1).
IN10.1.3 Teams must bring a laptop to indicate the engine speed measured by the Electronic Control
Unit (ECU).
IN10.1.4 Measurements will be made with a free-field microphone placed free from obstructions at
the exhaust outlet level, 0.5 m from the end of the exhaust outlet, at an angle of 45° with the
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IN10.1.5 Where more than one exhaust outlet is present, the test will be repeated for each exhaust
and the highest reading will be used.
IN10.1.6 If the exhaust has any form of active tuning or throttling device or system, it must be
compliant with the rules in all positions. Manually adjustable tuning devices must require
tools to change them and must not be moved or modified after the noise test is passed. The
position of the device must be visible to the officials and manually operable by the officials
during the noise test.
IN10.1.7 The test will be run with the gearbox in neutral. During this test the vehicle must be jacked
up using the quick jack (see T13.2).
IN10.1.8 After passing the noise test the function of the master switch, the cockpit-mounted
shutdown button and the inertia switch will be tested.
IN10.1.9 After passing IN10.1.8 the air tightness of the intake system will be tested by closing off the
inlet after which the engine must stall.
IN11 BRAKE TEST
IN11.1 Brake Test Procedure
IN11.1.1 Lock all four wheels and stop the vehicle in a straight line at the end of an acceleration run
specified by the officials without stalling the engine.
IN11.1.2 [EV ONLY] After accelerating, the tractive system must be switched off by the driver and
the driver must brake using only the mechanical brakes. It is acceptable for the TSAL to
switch to green shortly after the vehicle has come to a complete stop as the reduction of the
system voltage may take up to 5 s.
IN11.1.3 The brake light and TSAL illumination will be checked and the officials will verify if the
illumination is satisfactory for external observation.
IN11.1.4 [EV ONLY] The ready-to-drive sound will be checked and the officials will verify if the
sound level is satisfactory.
IN11.1.5 If the vehicle is unable to pass the test after three attempts, the vehicle must be repaired and
then brought back for retesting.
IN12 POST EVENT INSPECTION
IN12.1 Post Event Inspection Procedure
IN12.1.1 The officials reserve the right to impound any vehicle at any time during or after any of the
dynamic events to check for compliance with the rules. If necessary the vehicle will remain
with the officials until the violation of the rule was discussed with the team.
IN12.1.2 After the endurance event, the vehicle must be placed in parcfermé where no team member
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IN12.1.3 After any dynamic event, the vehicle must be in compliance with the rules.
IN12.1.4 For each violation of the rules, the team receives a separate penalty as follows:
● Group A: Violation of the rules without advantage for the team

● Group B: Violation of the rules with advantage for the team (e.g.
aerodynamic device)
Acceleration Skidpad Autocross Endurance

Group A 0.3 s 0.2 s 2s 30 s
Group B 1s 0.6 s 5s 2 min
The penalty applies to all runs since the vehicle entered the dynamic area the last time.
IN12.1.5 Violation of the rules concerning safety or the environment (e.g. BOTS, safety harness
issues, ground clearance, fluid leaks, other than plain water, noise) results in a Disqualified
(DQ) since entering the dynamic area.
IN12.1.6 Losing a part of the vehicle on the track will result in DQ for that particular run.
IN12.1.7 Changes in vehicle weight of more than ±5 kg compared to the official technical inspection
weight (see IN8) results in a 20 point penalty for each kg the tolerance is exceeded by. E.g.
a weight difference of ±6.2 kg results in a 40 point penalty.
IN12.1.8 [EV ONLY] The vehicle must be able to enter ready-to-drive mode (see EV4.11) during
post inspection process for all tests requiring this mode. Violation will result in DQ.
IN12.1.9 [EV ONLY] Directly after endurance and leaving parc fermé, every team must come back
to the charging area to disassemble the temperature logging device (if used by the
competition) from the TS accumulator (see EV5.8.5).
IN12.1.10 [EVONLY] Directly after endurance and leaving parc fermé, the data logger (see EV4.6)
will be disassembled from the vehicle.

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S STATIC EVENTS
S1 BUSINESS PLAN PRESENTATION EVENT (BPP)
S1.1 Business Plan Presentation Objective
S1.1.1 The objective of the BPP is to evaluate the team’s ability to develop and deliver a
comprehensive business model. This business model must refer to the team’s specific
prototype race car or a specific component of it. In doing so, the business must offer the car
or component as a product or sell a service that relates to it providing a rewarding business
opportunity that creates a monetary profit.
S1.1.2 The judges should be treated as if they were potential investors or partners for the presented
business model.
S1.1.3 The business plan must relate to the specific prototype race car entered in the competition.
The quality of the actual prototype will not be considered as part of the BPP judging.
S1.2 Business Plan Procedure
S1.2.1 Prior to the competition, the team must submit a pitch video and participate in an online
web presentation delivery at the Business Plan Presentation Prelims (See S1.4).
S1.2.2 The top teams are then judged by all business judges in the BPP finals at the competition.
S1.3 Pitch Video (BPPV)
S1.3.1 To convince the potential investors or partners that the team’s presentation is worthy of their
time, it is required that a Business Plan Pitch Video (BPPV) is submitted before the
competition. The pitch video should be considered as the first impression of the business
idea and has to contain the relevant investment figures.
S1.3.2 The BPPV must be submitted online via the competition website, not later than the deadline
specified in the competition handbook. The BPPV must be uploaded on a video sharing
platform of your choice (Youtube, Vimeo etc.). Please do not upload on Google Drive. The
video link must be publicly accessible. If uploaded on Youtube, the privacy setting of the
video must be changed to 'Unlisted' so that only those with the link can view the video and
it will not be displayed publicly on your channel as well.
S1.3.3 The link to the BPPV should be submitted within a document consisting of only 1 (one) A4
page. The document must only include the BPPV link. No additional external links to be
added.
S1.3.4 The BPPV must not exceed a length of 60 seconds.
S1.3.5 A missing pitch video submission will forfeit the team’s participation in the prelims.
Additionally, if the judges find the pitch video to be of ‘poor form’, the judges may choose
to cancel the team’s presentation preliminaries time slot.

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S1.4 Deep Dive Topic
S 1.4.1 Prior to the competition a specific deep dive topic, which has to be part of the ten minutes
presentation, will be published on the competition website.
S1.5 Presentation Prelims
S1.5.1 The presentation prelims shall take place virtually.
S1.5.2 Presentations are limited to a maximum of ten minutes. The judges will stop any
presentation exceeding ten minutes.
S1.5.3 The presentation will not be interrupted by questions. Immediately following the
presentation there will be a question and answer session.
S1.5.4 One or more team members may present the business plan.
S1.5.5 All team members involved in the BPP must be in front of the screen and must be
introduced to the judges at the beginning of the presentation. The presentation by team
members must be delivered ‘live’ (i.e. not recorded, with the exception of any promotional
video showcased as a part of the delivery). The team members who have been introduced
may answer the judges’ questions even if they were not actually presenting.
S1.5.6 Teams that fail to make their presentation within their assigned time period will receive zero
points for the BPP.
S1.5.7 For the online presentation, teams must ensure reliability of internet connection and
positioning of media transmission device for best focus and sound. Lighting of space,
choice of background and external noise must be paid attention to, to avoid interruptions
during the presentation. Teams may choose to switch between live presentation and media
display (PowerPoint, video etc.) at any point, during the course of the presentation delivery.
S1.6 Business Plan Presentation Finals
S1.6.1 Some teams may be chosen to participate in the BPP finals to determine the BPP winner.
The BPP finals will be held separately from the initial judging and teams will be informed
about their participation during the event.
S1.6.2 The BPP finals will be a public event at the competition.
S1.6.3 Data projectors or screens with VGA or HDMI (type A) input connectors and audio jacks
will be provided for video and audio signal transmission. Teams planning to use other
presentation equipment are responsible for bringing it themselves. The competition
organizers shall not be liable for mishaps that may occur while connecting personal devices
to data projectors or other equipment.
S1.7 Business Plan Presentation Scoring
S1.7.1 The BPP will be evaluated on the categories specified in the following table:
Category Points
Pitch Video 10
Content 20

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Finances 10
Deep Dive Topic 10
Demonstration and Structure 15
Delivery 10
Questions 10
General Impression 15
Total 100
S1.7.2 If the business model presented does not relate to one of the areas listed within S1.1.1, 25
penalty points will be deducted from the team’s BPP scoring.
S1.7.3 The scoring of the BPP is based on the average of the scores given by each of the judges.
S1.7.4 The scoring for the non-finalist is calculated as followed:

𝑃𝑇𝑒𝑎𝑚
𝐵𝑃𝑃 𝑆𝑐𝑜𝑟𝑒 = 70× 𝑃𝑀𝑎𝑥
PTeamis the score awarded to the team

Pmax is the highest score awarded to any team not participating in the finals
S1.7.5 The scoring of the BPP finalists will vary from 71 to 75 points and is scored immediately
after the BPP finals by all judges.
S2 COST AND MANUFACTURING EVENT
S2.1 Cost and Manufacturing Objective
S2.1.1 The objective of the cost and manufacturing event is to evaluate the team’s understanding
of the manufacturing processes and costs associated with the construction of a prototype
race car. This includes trade off decisions between content and cost, make or buy decisions
and understanding the differences between prototype and mass production.
S2.2 Cost and Manufacturing Procedure
S2.2.1 Prior to the competition, three Cost Report Documents (CRD) (see S2.3) must be submitted
to the competition website by the deadline specified by the competition.
S2.2.2 During the competition, a discussion with the judges will take place, next to the team’s
vehicle. The discussion is split into three parts:
S2.2.3 Part1 “Bill of Material (BOM) Discussion”:

A discussion to evaluate the team’s ability to prepare an accurate engineering and
manufacturing BOM for the complete vehicle. The team must prove the following:
● The specification of the vehicle in the CRD accurately reflects the vehicle brought to
the competition.
● The costs within the Costed Bill of Material (CBOM) part of the BOM are correct and
realistic.
● The manufacturing feasibility of the vehicle.
S2.2.4 Part 2 “Cost Understanding”:

A discussion to evaluate the general cost and manufacturing knowledge of the team.

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S2.2.5 Part 3 “Real Case”:

A specific task to evaluate the cost and manufacturing knowledge in a certain field. The real
case task will be published on the competition website prior to the competition.
S2.2.6 The teams must present their vehicle at the designated time to the judges. Teams that miss
their time slot will lose all cost points for that day.
S2.2.7 Teams are allowed to bring electronic, handwritten, or printed handouts, flip charts or
similar to the event, but the space available may be limited.
S2.3 Cost Report Documents (CRD)
S2.3.1 The CRD consists of the following documents:
● The BOM including DBOM and CBOM created online on the www.formulastudent.de
website.
● The supporting material file uploaded as a pdf file to the competition website
● The cost explanation file uploaded as a pdf file to the competition website
S2.3.2 Changes to the CRD will not be permitted after the deadline.
S2.3.3 A changelog of the changes on the vehicle since the submission deadline of the CRD can be
presented at the BOM discussion to the judges. Missing parts of the BOM cannot be part of
the changelog.
S2.3.4 It is compulsory for at least one set of CRD to be presented as hard copy, printed
double-sided, to the event discussion. Any additional sets can be provided as either hard
copy or digital versions.
S2.3.5 The website tool will provide a printable pdf version of the BOM.
S2.3.6 The hard copy must be in a ring binder with DIN A4 pages (or similar).
S2.3.7 The team must ensure that two judges are able to review the CRD independently.
S2.3.8 The presented CRD must be identical with the uploaded versions, otherwise five penalty
points will be deducted from the team’s cost event score.
S2.4 Bill of Material (BOM)
S2.4.1 The BOM is a sorted list for every vehicle part.
S2.4.2 The BOM must list all parts and equipment fitted to the prototype vehicle at any time
during the competition.
S2.4.3 The BOM is structured as follows:
● The BOM is broken down into “systems” (see S2.4.4), which are defined by the
website tool.
● Each “system” is broken down into “assemblies”, which are defined by the website
tool.
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● Each “assembly” or “sub-assembly” is broken down into “parts”, which must be

defined by the team.
S2.4.4 The “systems” are:
● Brake System
● Engine and Drivetrain
● Chassis and Body
● Electrical
● Miscellaneous, Fit and Finish
● Steering System
● Suspension System
● Wheels, Wheel Bearings and Tires
S2.4.5 The “assemblies” of each “system” are provided by the website tool.
S2.4.6 When adding “parts” to the BOM, the comments section should be reviewed thoroughly.
The chosen part name must clearly describe what is included. For example, if a spring is
included, the “part” should not be called “damper”.
S2.4.7 Only metric units must be used within the BOM.
S2.4.8 Only dry tires and wheels per T2.6.1 need to be included in the BOM.
S2.4.9 Two or three systems of the BOM have to be a DBOM (see S2.5).
S2.4.10 One or two systems of the DBOM have to be a CBOM (see S2.6).
S2.5 Detailed Bill of Material (DBOM)
S2.5.1 The manufacturing processes and assembly processes of all parts from two or three BOM
systems specified on the competition website must be listed in the DBOM.
S2.5.2 Additional to the BOM, the DBOM must:
● Include the actual associated manufacturing processes for each part as used for the
prototype vehicle.
● Include tooling (e.g. welding jigs, molds, patterns and dies).
● Not include any cost, except for the “systems” described in S2.6.
S2.5.3 Additional to the structure of the BOM, the DBOM is structured as follows:
● Each “part” is broken down into “materials” and “processes”.

● Each “process” may be broken down into “tooling” and “fasteners”, if applicable.
S2.5.4 Each constituent “part” of an “assembly” must be classified as “bought” or “made”.
S2.5.5 For each “bought part”, only fasteners must be included (if required). If the part was
modified, the associated processes for this modification must be included.
S2.5.6 For each “made part” the raw material, all production processes, tooling and all required
fasteners must be included.
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S2.5.8 “Material” is the raw material of a part, eg. aluminum.
S2.5.9 “Tooling” is the necessary tools used for transforming the “material” into the desired shape.
S2.5.10 “Fasteners” are additional items necessary to assemble the “part”.
S2.6 Costed Bill of Material (CBOM)
S2.6.1 The actual costs of the prototype vehicle as presented must be included for one or two
BOM system(s) specified in the competition website.
S2.6.2 The cost calculations must include the costs of materials, fabrication, bought parts and
assembly to the vehicle and must be completed as realistically as possible.
S2.6.3 The cost calculations must exclude research, development and capital expenditures for real
estates (e.g. plant or development hours of the team).
S2.6.4 All costs must be displayed in EUR. For calculating the prices in EUR from other
currencies, the team must provide the exchange rates used.
S2.6.5 There is no maximum cost. Receipts are not required for any items.
S2.6.6 If production tooling is associated with processes that are specific to the part geometry, it
must be included. For example the dies to stamp out a chassis bracket are tooling.
S2.6.7 The costs of hand or power tools must not be included.
S2.6.8 The estimations for machining rates, hourly rates, included overheads etc. must be shown.
S2.7 Supporting Material File
S2.7.1 The supporting material file is a document containing additional information which allows
the judges to understand the BOM. It should include drawings, exploded view drawings
and/or pictures of the vehicle and the parts included in the BOM.
S2.8 Cost Explanation File
S2.8.1 The cost explanation file is a document containing additional explanations, which allow the
judges to understand the costs within the CBOM part of the BOM.
S2.8.2 The cost explanation file should point out which cost model was used and which types of
costs are included. It should also contain which specific cost figures were used, e.g. the
cost of one machine operation hour.
S2.9 Cost and Manufacturing Vehicle Condition
S2.9.1 Vehicles must be presented for cost and manufacturing judging in finished condition, fully
assembled, complete, ready-to-race.
S2.9.2 The judges will not evaluate any vehicle that is presented at the cost and manufacturing
event, in what they consider to be an unfinished state and will award zero points for the
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S2.9.3 Vehicles may be presented for judging without having passed technical inspection, even if
final tuning and setup is in progress.
S2.9.4 Covers and/or parts may be removed during the judging to facilitate access and presentation
of components or concepts.
S2.10 Cost and Manufacturing Scoring
S2.10.1 The following maximum scores apply for the cost and manufacturing event:
Category Points
Format and Accuracy of Documents 5
Knowledge of Documents and Vehicle 5
BOM and its discussion 35
Discussion Part 2 “Cost Understanding” 35
Part 3 “Real Case” 20
Total 100
S2.10.2 If items are missing from the BOM, points are deducted until zero points are scored for
“BOM and BOM discussion”:
Missing Item Points

Assembly -5
Part -3
Process / Material -1
S2.10.3 A maximum of four top teams may be chosen to participate in the cost and manufacturing
finals to determine the cost and manufacturing event winner. The cost and manufacturing
finals will be held separately from the initial judging and teams will be informed about their
participation during the event.
S2.10.4 The scoring for the non-finalist is calculated as follows:

𝑃𝑇𝑒𝑎𝑚
𝐶𝑂𝑆𝑇 𝑆𝑐𝑜𝑟𝑒 = 85 × 𝑃𝑀𝑎𝑥
PTeam is the score awarded to the team

Pmax is the highest score awarded to any team not participating in the finals
S2.10.5 The scoring of the cost and manufacturing finalists will vary from 100 to 86 points.
S2.10.6 In case of no cost finals the scoring is calculated as followed:
𝐶𝑂𝑆𝑇 𝑆𝑐𝑜𝑟𝑒 = 𝑃𝑇𝑒𝑎𝑚

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S3 ENGINEERING DESIGN EVENT
S3.1 Engineering Design Objective
S3.1.1 The concept of the design event is to evaluate the student’s engineering process and effort
that went into the design of a vehicle, meeting the intent of the competition.
S3.1.2 Proprietary components and systems that are incorporated into the vehicle design as
finished items are not evaluated as a student designed unit, but are only assessed on the
team’s selection and application of that unit.
S3.1.3 The design event will be split into three rounds, where each round determines which teams
can progress further. The rounds are as follows:
● Round 1: Concept-Goals-Management (CGM)

● Round 2: Vehicle Engineering Design (VED)
● Round 3: Engineering Design Finals
Round Reports Platform

Round 1: Concept-Goals-Management CGMR Virtual
Round 2: Vehicle Engineering Design EDP, DSS Virtual
Round 3: Engineering Design Finals - On-site
S3.2 Concept-Goals-Management Report (CGMR)
S3.2.1 The CGMR will be used towards the CGM judging event.
S3.2.1 The CGMR should contain details on the design development phase of the conceptual
prototype which focuses on key highlights of the vehicle concept and the processes
involved in the same. This includes but is not limited to goals (overall team goals, overall
design goals, section-based goals etc.), key strategies employed (procurement,
manufacturing, recruitment, budgeting, finance etc.) and management processes (team,
timeline, constraints etc.)
S3.2.1 A fully built prototype is not required for this report and for the CGM judging event.
S3.2.1 The CGMR should not exceed ten A4-sized pages.
S3.2.3 If included, cover sheets and tables of contents will be counted towards the ten allotted
pages.
S3.3 Design Spec Sheet (DSS)
S3.3.1 A completed DSS must be submitted online on the competition website.
S3.4 Engineering Design Presentation (EDP)
S3.4.1 The EDP acts as a formal introduction of the final prototype’s design to the design judges. It
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S3.4.2 The EDP should be considered as an extension to the CGMR, with a primary focus on the
engineering design of the prototype and the reasoning behind the design.
S3.4.3 The EDP is a maximum 20 minute recorded video presentation which should contain a brief
description of the overall vehicle’s engineering design with a review and derivation of the
team’s design objectives. Any information to scope, explain or highlight design features,
concepts, methods or objectives to express the value and performance of the vehicle to the
judges shall be included at the teams’ discretion.
TIP: Do not cram too many slides within a minute of presentation. Try to keep the slides
less heavy on text. Do not fast forward the audio; ensure coherence. Remember, this
presentation is just meant to be an introduction.
S3.4.4 The EDP must be uploaded on a video sharing platform of your choice (Youtube, Vimeo
etc.). Please do not upload on Google Drive. The video link must be publicly accessible. If
uploaded on Youtube, the privacy setting of the video must be changed to 'Unlisted' so that
only those with the link can view the video and it will not be displayed publicly on your
channel as well.
S3.4.5 The link to the EDP should be submitted within a document consisting of 1 (one) A4 cover
page. The page may include additional external links to references; however, it is to be
assumed that the judging panel may not refer to these links.
S3.5 Engineering Design Event Procedure
S3.5.1 The design event starts with the submission of the CGMR, DSS, EDP and their review
respectively.
S3.5.2 Round 1 which is the CGM judging event will take place virtually. A physical prototype is
not required to be showcased in this event. The CGM judging event shall be a precursor to
the VED judging event.
Note: A poor performance in the CGM event may lead to a disqualification of the team to
proceed further to the VED judging event. This will be left up to the discretion of the
judging panel.
S3.5.3 Round 2 which is the VED judging event will take place virtually. Teams will have to
showcase a live view of their physical prototype. This judging round shall determine which
teams will move to the finals.
S3.5.4 Round 3 which is the Engineering Design Finals will be held at the competition on-site.
Teams may bring any photographs, drawings, charts, spare parts or other material that they
believe are supportive to the design event, but the space provided for design judging may be
limited.
S3.5.5 [EV ONLY] At the finals, only sealed accumulator containers which passed the
accumulator inspection may be presented or mounted in the vehicle. They must not be
opened.
S3.5.6 [EV ONLY] At the finals, only fully discharged and electrically shortened spare
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S3.6 Engineering Design Vehicle Condition in Round 2 (VED)
S3.6.1 Vehicles must be presented for design judging in finished condition, fully assembled,
complete and ready-to-race.
S3.6.2 The judges will not evaluate any vehicle that is presented at the design event in what they
consider to be an unfinished state and will award zero points for the entire design event.
S3.6.3 Vehicles may be presented for design judging without having passed technical inspection,
even if final tuning and setup is in progress.
S3.6.4 Covers and/or parts may be removed during the design judging to facilitate access and
presentation of components or concepts.
S3.7 Engineering Design Judging Criteria
S3.7.1 The judges will evaluate the engineering effort based upon the team’s DSS and EDP
responses to questions and an inspection of the vehicle.
S3.7.2 The judges will inspect the vehicle to determine if the design concepts are adequate and
appropriate for the application (relative to the objectives set forth in the rules).
S3.7.3 The judges may deduct points if the team cannot adequately explain the engineering and
construction of the vehicle.
S3.7.4 The rubrics for each round will be made available on the competition website.
S3.8 Engineering Design Scoring
S3.8.1 The overall engineering design event maximum scoring is 150 points for CV/EV.
● Round 1 (CGM) shall constitute a total of 35 points.

● Round 2 (VED) shall constitute a total of 65 points.
● Round 3 (Finals) shall constitute a total of 50 points.

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D DYNAMIC EVENT REGULATIONS
D1 DYNAMIC EVENTS GENERAL
D1.1 Driver Limitations
D1.1.1 In total, a minimum of four and a maximum of six drivers are allowed for each team.
D1.1.2 An individual driver may not drive in more than two dynamic events.
D1.1.3 The endurance and efficiency event is considered a single event.
D1.2 Dynamic Area and Dynamic Vests
D1.2.1 The technical inspections and all dynamic events are held in the dynamic area.
D1.2.2 Four dynamic vests are handed out to each team by the officials and must be worn in the
dynamic area.
D1.2.3 Only four members per team, including the driver, may enter the dynamic area.
D1.2.4 Drivers must not wear the dynamic vest when sitting in the vehicle. The driver’s vest must
not be attached to the vehicle.
D1.2.5 The number of tools that may be used in this area is restricted to those which can be safely
carried by the four team members in one trip.
D1.2.6 Engines may be run in the staging queue on the order of the officials.
D2 DRIVING RULES
D2.1 Flags
D2.1.1 Flag signals are commands that must be obeyed immediately and without question.
D2.1.2 [DV ONLY]
D2.1.3 BLACK FLAG – The driver must pull into the driver change area for discussion with the
officials concerning an incident. A time penalty may be assessed.
D2.1.4 BLACK FLAG WITH ORANGE DOT – Mechanical black flag. The driver must pull into
the driver change area for a mechanical inspection of the vehicle, something has been
observed that requires a closer inspection.
D2.1.5 BLUE FLAG – The driver must pull into the designated passing zone to be passed by a
faster competitor. The driver must obey the track marshals’ signals at the end of the passing
zone.
D2.1.6 CHECKERED FLAG – The session has been completed. The driver must exit the course at
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D2.1.7 GREEN FLAG –
a. The session has started, the driver may enter the course under direction of the track
marshals. In case of stalling, the vehicle can be restarted, but the driver has to await
another green flag as the opening in traffic may have closed.
b. The driver is clear to re-enter the track after using the slow lane to let a faster vehicle
pass.
c. The driver may pick up speed again after a yellow flag was displayed.
D2.1.8 RED FLAG – The driver must come to an immediate safe and controlled stop on the course
and must follow track marshals directions.
D2.1.9 YELLOW FLAG – Danger, the driver must slow down, something has happened beyond
the flag station, no overtaking unless directed by the track marshals.
D2.1.10 RED AND YELLOW STRIPED FLAG – The track is slippery or something is on the
racing surface that should not be there. The driver must be prepared for evasive maneuvers
to avoid the situation.
D2.2 Driving Under Power
D2.2.1 During driving, the mechanical integrity of the vehicle must be maintained.
D2.2.2 Vehicles must not be driven in reverse.
D2.2.3 The vehicle must be capable of starting and restarting without external assistance / batteries
at all times.
D2.2.4 Push starts are prohibited.
D2.2.5 Vehicles may only be driven under power when running in a dynamic event, on the practice
track and during brake test.
D2.2.6 Driving off-site is absolutely prohibited. Teams found to have driven their vehicle at an
off-site location during the period of the competition will be excluded from the competition.
D2.2.7 Burnouts prior to and during the events are prohibited.
D2.3 Ground Clearance
D2.3.1 Sliding skirts or other aerodynamic devices that by design, fabrication or as a consequence
of moving, contact the track surface are prohibited. Any violation may be penalized by a
mechanical black flag.
D2.3.2 The ground clearance may be tested at any time.
D2.4 Practice Track
D2.4.1 A practice track for testing and tuning vehicles is available.
D2.4.2 [DV ONLY]
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D2.4.4 Practice or testing at any location other than the practice track is absolutely forbidden.
D3 WEATHER CONDITIONS
D3.1 Operating Conditions
D3.1.1 The following track conditions are recognized:
● Dry
● Damp
● Wet
D3.1.2 The operating condition is decided by the officials and may change at any time.
D3.1.3 The current operating condition will be prominently displayed at the dynamic area.
D3.2 Tires Allowed
D3.2.1 Teams must run the tires allowed for each operating condition:
Operating Condition Tires Allowed

Dry Dry
Damp Dry or Wet
Wet Wet
D3.2.2 When the operating condition is damp, teams may change between dry tires and wet tires:
● Any time during the acceleration, skidpad, and autocross events.

● Any time before taking the green flag to start endurance.
D3.2.3 If an event had varied operating conditions, the minimum performance levels to score
points may be adjusted if deemed appropriate by the officials.
D3.2.4 Only one set of tires per type (dry/wet) may be used during all the dynamic events. The
brake test, practice area and the static events are excluded from this regulation.
D4 SKIDPAD EVENT
D4.1 Skidpad Track Layout
D4.1.1 The skidpad course consists of two pairs of concentric circles in a figure of eight pattern.
D4.1.2 The centers of these circles are 18.25 m apart. The inner circles are 15.25 m in diameter and
the outer circles are 21.25 m in diameter.
D4.1.3 16 cones are placed around the inside of each inner circle. 13 cones are positioned around
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D4.1.4 Each circle is marked with a line, outside the inner circle and inside the outer circle.
D4.1.5 The driving path is the 3 m wide path between the inner and outer circles. The vehicles
enter and exit through gates on a 3 m wide path that is tangent to the circles where they
meet.
D4.1.6 The line between the centers of the circles defines the start/finish line. A lap is defined as
traveling around one of the circles, starting and ending at the start/finish line.
Figure 22: Skidpad Track Layout
D4.2 Skidpad Procedure
D4.2.1 Each team has four runs, driven by two drivers with two runs each.
D4.2.2 Each driver has the option to make a second run immediately after their first run.
D4.2.3 The starting order is based on the time the team arrives at the skidpad event. Teams on their
first run will receive priority.
D4.2.4 Starting - A green flag is used to indicate that the driver may start.
D4.2.5 The vehicle will enter perpendicular to the figure of eight and will take one full lap on the
right circle to establish the turn. The next lap will be on the right circle and will be timed.
Immediately following the second lap, the vehicle will enter the left circle for the third lap.
The fourth lap will be on the left circle and will be timed. Immediately upon finishing the
fourth lap, the vehicle will exit the track perpendicular to the figure of eight and moving in
the same direction as entered.

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D4.3 [DV ONLY] Skidpad Procedure
D4.4 Skidpad Scoring
D4.4.1 The run time is the average time of the timed left and the timed right circle plus penalties
which are added after the averaging.
D4.4.2 3.5 points are awarded to every team that finishes at least one run without DNF or DQ.
D4.4.3 If a team’s run time including penalties is below Tmax, additional points based on the
following formula are given:
2
𝑆𝐾𝐼𝐷𝑃𝐴𝐷 𝑆𝐶𝑂𝑅𝐸 = 71. 5×⎛

( ) 𝑇𝑀𝑎𝑥
𝑇𝑇𝑒𝑎𝑚
−1
⎞
0.5625
⎝ ⎠
TTeam is the team’s best run time including penalties.

TMax is 1.25 times the time of the fastest vehicle including penalties
D5 ACCELERATION EVENT
D5.1 Acceleration Track Layout
D5.1.1 The acceleration course is a straight line with a length of 75 m from starting line to finish
line. The course is at least 5 m wide. Cones are placed along the course at intervals of about
5 m. Cone locations are not marked on the pavement.
D5.2 Acceleration Procedure
D5.2.1 Each team has four runs, driven by two drivers with two runs each.
D5.2.3 Staging - The foremost part of the vehicle is staged 0.30 m behind the starting line. Vehicles
will accelerate from a standing start.
D5.2.4 Starting - A green flag is used to indicate that the driver may start. Timing starts after the
vehicle crosses the starting line and stops after it crosses the finish line.
D5.2.5 The starting order is based on the time the team arrives at the acceleration event. Teams on
their first run will receive priority.
D5.3 [DV ONLY]
D5.4 Acceleration Scoring
D5.4.1 3.5 points are awarded to every team that finishes at least one run without a DNF or DQ.
D5.4.2 If a team’s best time including penalties is below Tmax, additional points based on the
following formula are given:

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( )
𝑇𝑀𝑎𝑥
−1
𝐴𝐶𝐶𝐸𝐿𝐸𝑅𝐴𝑇𝐼𝑂𝑁 𝑆𝐶𝑂𝑅𝐸 = 71. 5× 0.5

TMax is 1.5 times the time of the fastest vehicle including penalties.
D6 AUTOCROSS EVENT
D6.1 Autocross Track Layout
D6.1.1 The autocross track layout is a handling course built to the following guidelines:
● Straights: No longer than 80 m

● Constant Turns: up to 50 m diameter
● Hairpin Turns: Minimum of 9 m outside diameter (of the turn)
● Slaloms: Cones in a straight line with 7.5 m to 12 m spacing
● Miscellaneous: Chicanes, multiple turns, decreasing radius turns, etc. The minimum
track width is 3 m.
D6.1.2 The length of the autocross track is less than 1.5 km.
D6.2 Autocross Procedure
D6.2.1 Each team has up to four runs, driven by two drivers with two runs each.
D6.2.3 Staging - The vehicle is staged at a staging line prior to the starting line.
D6.2.4 Starting - A green flag is used to indicate that the driver may start. Timing starts only after
the vehicle crosses the starting line and stops after it crosses the finish line.
D6.2.5 The starting order is based on the time the team arrives at the autocross event. Teams on
their first run will receive priority.
D6.3 Autocross Scoring
D6.3.1 4.5 points are awarded to every team that finishes at least one run without DNF or DQ.
D6.3.2 If a team’s corrected elapsed time is below Tmax, points based on the following formula are
given:
( )
𝑇𝑀𝑎𝑥
−1
𝐴𝑈𝑇𝑂𝐶𝑅𝑂𝑆𝑆 𝑆𝐶𝑂𝑅𝐸 = 95. 5× 0.25

TMax is 1.25 times the time of the fastest vehicle including penalties.

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D7 ENDURANCE AND EFFICIENCY EVENT
D7.1 Endurance Track Layout
D7.1.1 The endurance track layout is a closed lap circuit built to the following guidelines:
● Straights: No longer than 80 m

● Constant Turns: up to 50 m diameter
● Hairpin Turns: Minimum of 9 m outside diameter (of the turn)
● Slaloms: Cones in a straight line with 9 m to 15 m spacing
● Miscellaneous: Chicanes, multiple turns, decreasing radius turns, etc.
● The minimum track width is 3 m
D7.1.2 The length of one lap of the endurance track is approximately 1 km.
D7.1.3 The length of the complete endurance is approximately 22 km.
D7.2 Endurance Procedure
D7.2.1 Before entering the event, each CV’s fuel tank must be filled to the fuel level line (see
CV2.6.3, “Fuel Level Line”) at the fueling station. During fueling, once filled to the scribe
line, no shaking or tilting of the tank, the fuel system or the entire vehicle is allowed.
D7.2.2 There is only one run for the endurance event.
D7.2.3 Staging - The vehicle is staged at a staging line prior to the starting line. The timer starts
only after the vehicle crosses the start line.
D7.2.4 Starting - A green flag is used to indicate that the driver may start. Timing starts only after
the vehicle crosses the starting line.
D7.2.5 The first driver will drive for 11 km and will then be signaled into the driver change area.
D7.2.6 After the driver change specified in D7.4, the second driver will drive for an additional 11
km and will be signaled to exit the track after crossing the finish line.
D7.2.7 After leaving the track, the vehicle must be powered down.
D7.2.8 For CV, the second driver will proceed directly to the fueling station. The tank will be filled
to the refill mark and the amount of fuel will be recorded.
D7.3 Endurance Running Order
D7.3.1 The running order for the endurance will be established in a way that vehicles with similar
speeds shall be on the track together.
D7.3.2 The running order will be published as announced on the competition website.
D7.3.3 The procedure for handling the running order will be defined on the competition website.

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D7.4 Passing
D7.4.1 During the endurance event, overtaking is only permissible in the designated passing zones
and under the control of the track marshals.
D7.4.2 Passing zones have two parallel lanes, a slow lane only used by the vehicles that are being
overtaken and a fast lane for the vehicles that are overtaking.
D7.4.3 Passing zones may be situated on either the left or right of the fast lane.
D7.4.4 The passing zone procedure will be as follows:
● A slower leading vehicle will be shown the blue flag and must drive into the slow lane
and decelerate.
● The following faster vehicle will continue in the fast lane to pass the slow vehicle.
● The vehicle that has been overtaken may re-enter the track when the track marshal who
is in charge of that passing zone is showing the green flag.
D7.4.5 The passing rules do not apply to vehicles that are stopped on track or vehicles that have
spun out and are not moving. When passing a stationary vehicle, it is critical to slow down,
drive cautiously and to follow the instructions from the track marshals.
D7.5 Endurance Driver Change Procedure
D7.5.1 Only three team members including the driver may enter the driver change area. They may
only bring the tools required to adjust the vehicle to accommodate the second driver and/or
change tires.
D7.5.2 For electric vehicles one of the team members must be an ESO.
D7.5.3 During the driver change, the team may:
● perform changes to accommodate the second driver

● operate the master switch(es)
● change tires as per D7.5.
No other work may be performed during the driver change.
D7.5.4 Each team is given three minutes to change their driver.
D7.5.5 The driver change time will start once the vehicle is stopped in the driver change area and
the first driver has turned off the engine for CV or turned off the tractive system for EVs.
D7.5.6 [EV ONLY] The TSMS must be switched off by the ESO and the TSAL must have changed
to green color, before anyone is allowed to touch the vehicle or to climb out the vehicle.
D7.5.7 The first driver will climb out the vehicle and any necessary adjustments will be made to
the vehicle to fit the second driver (seat cushions, head restraint, pedal position, etc.). The
second driver will then be secured in the vehicle.
D7.5.8 When the second driver is fully secured in the vehicle, the vehicle has restarted and is
ready-to-drive again, the driver change time is stopped.

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D7.5.9 If the driver change takes longer than three minutes, the extra time is included in the final
time.
D7.6 Endurance Event Tire Changes
D7.6.1 All tire changes after a vehicle has received the green flag to start the endurance event must
take place in the driver change area.
D7.6.2 If the operating condition changes to wet during endurance, the track will be red flagged
and all vehicles brought into the driver change area.
D7.6.3 If a team wants to change tires, the officials must be informed beforehand.
D7.6.4 In some cases, tire changes can be carried out directly after the driver change, for others the
team must make an extra stop.
D7.6.5 The allowed tire changes and associated conditions are given in the following tables.
Existing Currently Condition Condition Condition

Operating Running changes to changes to changes to
Conditions on Dry Damp Wet
Dry Dry Tires – A B
Damp Dry Tires – A B
Damp Wet Tires C C –
Wet Wet Tires C C –
Allowed at Driver
Requirement Time Allowed
Change?
A May change from dry to wet Yes Note 1
B Must change from dry to wet Yes Note 1
C May change from wet to dry No Note 2
Note 1: Any time in excess of ten minutes without driver change, or thirteen minutes with
driver change, is added to the team’s total time for endurance.
Note 2: The time used to change to dry tires is added to the team’s total time for endurance.
D7.6.6 Teams that have incurred a puncture during the endurance event due to external factors (e.g.
debris on track) may change the tire with no time penalty.
D7.6.7 The wheel will be inspected by the officials. If the deflation was not caused by external
factors, the vehicle will be scored DNF.
D7.6.8 Deflation caused by running off course or impacting barriers or other objects due to driver
error will not be regarded as external factors.
D7.7 Endurance Specific Regulations
D7.7.1 Teams are prohibited from working on or fueling their vehicles during the run.
D7.7.2 Wheel-to-wheel racing is prohibited.

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D7.7.3 If a vehicle stalls out on the track, it is allowed one lap by the vehicle that is following it
(approximately one minute) to restart.
D7.7.4 If a vehicle has a restart problem at the driver change or after a red flag, it is allowed two
minutes to restart the engine or to enable the tractive system. The two minutes start from the
time the driver first tries to restart the engine or to enable the tractive system. The time is
counted towards the endurance time.
D7.7.5 If restarts are not accomplished within the above times, the vehicle is scored as DNF for the
run.
D7.7.6 If a vehicle breaks down it will be removed from the course and will not be allowed to
re-enter the course.
D7.7.7 Team members may be instructed by the officials to retrieve broken down vehicles. This
recovery may only be carried out under the control of the officials.
D7.8 Endurance Scoring
D7.8.1 Each lap of the endurance event is individually timed. The corrected elapsed time is
determined by subtracting the extra-long lap for the driver change from the total time and
adding any penalty times.
D7.8.2 The post event technical inspection (see IN12) must be passed to score points in the
endurance event.
D7.8.3 25 points are awarded to every team that finishes endurance without DNF or DQ.
D7.8.4 If a team’s corrected elapsed time is below Tmax, additional points based on the following
formula are given:
( )
𝑇𝑀𝑎𝑥
−1
𝐸𝑁𝐷𝑈𝑅𝐴𝑁𝐶𝐸 𝑆𝐶𝑂𝑅𝐸 = 300× 0.1
TTeam is the team’s corrected elapsed time.

TMax is 1.1 times of the corrected elapsed time of the fastest vehicle.
D7.9 Efficiency Scoring
D7.9.1 Efficiency is measured during the endurance event.
D7.9.2 Only vehicles which meet all of the following requirements are considered for efficiency
scoring:
● the vehicle received points for the endurance event

● the uncorrected elapsed endurance time does not exceed 1.1 times the uncorrected
elapsed time of the fastest vehicle
● [CV ONLY] the consumed fuel mass does not exceed 15 kg / 100 km 91 Octane
D7.9.3 [CV ONLY] Fuel pumps must be on and fuel valves must be opened during refueling.
D7.9.4 [CV ONLY] The measured fuel mass of vehicles using E85 fuel is divided by 1.45 to be
comparable to the vehicles using 98 RON.

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D7.9.5 [EV ONLY] The endurance energy is calculated as the time integrated value of the
measured voltage multiplied by the measured current logged by the data logger, see EV4.6.
Regenerated energy is multiplied by 0.9 and subtracted from the used energy.
D7.9.6 Efficiency points based on the following formula are given:
𝐸𝐹𝐹𝐼𝐶𝐼𝐸𝑁𝐶𝑌 𝑆𝐶𝑂𝑅𝐸 = 100 ×

( 𝐸𝐹𝑚𝑎𝑥 − 𝐸𝐹𝑡𝑒𝑎𝑚
𝐸𝐹𝑚𝑎𝑥 − 𝐸𝐹𝑚𝑖𝑛 )
with
EFteam the team’s efficiency factor
EFmin the lowest efficiency factor of all teams which were considered for efficiency
EFmax is defined as 1.5 ∙ EFmin
D7.9.7 The efficiency factor is calculated based on the following formula:

2
𝐸𝐹 = 𝑇 ∙𝐸
with
T uncorrected elapsed driving time
E [CV ONLY] corrected used fuel volume / [EV ONLY] used energy
D8 [DV ONLY] TRACKDRIVE AND EFFICIENCY EVENT
D9 DYNAMIC EVENTS PENALTIES
D9.1 General Penalties
D9.1.1 Penalties will not be assessed for accident avoidance or other reasons deemed sufficient by
the officials.
D9.1.2 A cone is Down or Out (DOO) if the cone has been knocked over or the entire base of the
cone lies outside the box marked around the cone in its undisturbed position.
D9.1.3 [DV ONLY]
D9.1.4 The DOO penalty (see D9.1.7) is added for each DOO including entry and exit gate cones
before the start and after the finish line, that occur on that particular run.
D9.1.5 Off-course (OC)
● An OC occurs when the vehicle has all four wheels outside the course boundary as
indicated by edge marking.
● Missing one or more gates of a given slalom at autocross or endurance is counted as
one OC per occurrence.
● When an OC occurs, the driver must re-enter the track at the next possible point.
● When re-entering the driver needs to wait for a gap and follow the instructions of the
track marshals.

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D9.1.6 [DV ONLY]
D9.1.7
Acceleration Skidpad Autocross Endurance

DOO 2s 0.2 s 2s 2s
OC DNF DNF 10 s 10 s
D9.1.8 DNF equals zero points for that run.
D9.1.9 DQ equals zero points for that run.
D9.1.10 If a team Did Not Attempt (DNA) an event the score is zero points.
D9.1.11 Each run with an incorrect number of laps at skidpad is classified as DNF.
D9.1.12 Failure to obey a flag: one minute time penalty.
D9.1.13 Reckless or aggressive driving or “Over Driving”: black flag (see D2.1.3)
D9.1.14 Vehicle to vehicle contact: Two minutes up to disqualification depending on the nature of
the incident.
D9.1.15 If a vehicle stalls before passing the finish line and cannot restart without external
assistance, the vehicle is DNF for that run.
D9.1.16 If a vehicle is not able to start the run, within 30 s after receiving a green flag or go-signal,
the vehicle is DQ for that run.
D9.2 Endurance Penalties
D9.2.1 Teams that are running out-of-order as defined on the competition website, are penalized by
two minutes and may then run at the discretion of the officials.
D9.2.2 Mechanical Problem: The time taken for mechanical inspection under a “mechanical black
flag” (see D2.1.4) is considered officials’ time and is not included in the team’s total time.
If the inspection reveals a mechanical integrity problem the vehicle is scored DNF.
D9.2.3 If it is impossible to impose a penalty by a stop under a black flag, e.g. not enough laps left,
the officials may add an appropriate time penalty to the team’s elapsed time.
D9.2.4 A team may receive a DNF if their vehicle is too slow or being driven without proper
control.
D9.2.5 Any violation to the procedure of driver change (D7.5.3) will lead to a time penalty of up to
two minutes.

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D9.3 [CV ONLY] Efficiency Penalties
D9.3.1 Should the fuel level change after refueling due to effects such as described in CV2.7.1,
then the difference in fuel level will be measured and twice the amount will be added to the
official fuel consumption figure.
D9.4 [EV ONLY] Power and Voltage Violation Penalties
D9.4.1 A violation is defined as using more than the maximum power (see EV2.2) or exceeding the
specified voltage (see EV4.1.1) after a moving average over 500 ms is applied to the
respective data logger signal (see EV4.6).
D9.4.2 Each violation is DQ for the fastest run of the event. If a violation occurred during two runs,
the two fastest runs will be DQ etc.
D9.4.3 The respective data and the resulting decision of violations may be made public.
D9.4.4 Non-availability of data logger data due to the team’s fault will be treated as a violation.

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FORMULA BHARAT

2024 RULES BOOKLET

2024 Formula Bharat Rules Booklet

Throughout this entire booklet, “Formula Bharat” shall be referred to as “FB”.

Formula Bharat is hosted by Curiosum Tech Private Limited.

PART 2: ADAPTATION TO FORMULA STUDENT RULES

Any mention of a competition handbook may be referred to as the competition website.

● Changes issued by FS2023 Rules (by FSG): Text in blue

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T3.14 Front Bulkhead Support 46

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T9.1 Compressed Gas Cylinders and Lines 64

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CV2.5 Fuel Injection System Requirements 80

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EV6.1 Shutdown Circuit 98

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S STATIC EVENTS 111

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D4.2 Skidpad Procedure 124

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A1.3.1 2021 1.0 FB Location update

A5.1.1 2024 1.0 FB Addition of BPPV, ACC-PT, SVCR. Removal of VSV.

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Rule Ver By Change

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Rule Ver By Change

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A1.1 Competition Objective

A1.2 Competition Procedure

A1.2.1 The competition is split into the following categories:

● Internal Combustion Engine Vehicle (CV)

A1.2.5 Maximum points are awarded as described in Table 3.

A1.3 Competition Information

A1.3.2 The official language of the competition is English.

A2.1 Student Competition

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Table 3: Maximum points awarded

A2.1.3 Professionals may not make design decisions or drawings.

A2.1.4 Students should perform fabrication tasks wherever possible.

A2.2 First Year Vehicles

A2.4 Second Year Vehicles

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A3.1 General Officials Authority

A3.1.3 Official announcements shall be considered part of these rules.

A3.2 Official Instructions