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FSAE Design Briefing Preparation Checklist

Team Information

  • Team Name: _______________
  • Competition: _______________
  • Design Briefing Due Date: _______________
  • Team Captain: _______________

1. Team Overview & Update Section

Task Assigned Member Due Date Status Notes
Team introduction and history ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Team organization chart ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Current year challenges/goals ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Team photo and key members ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete

2. Vehicle Overview Section

Task Assigned Member Due Date Status Notes
Vehicle specifications sheet ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Mass breakdown analysis ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Vehicle CAD renderings (3-view) ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Design philosophy summary ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Key design highlights ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Performance predictions ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete

3. Chassis/Frame System

Task Assigned Member Due Date Status Notes
Design objectives and criteria ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Frame design analysis (FEA) ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Material selection justification ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Manufacturing process description ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Chassis CAD drawings/photos ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Testing and validation results ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete

4. Suspension System

Task Assigned Member Due Date Status Notes
Suspension architecture decision ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Kinematic analysis ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Spring and damper calculations ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Component selection rationale ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Suspension geometry drawings ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Testing data and validation ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete

5. Powertrain System

Task Assigned Member Due Date Status Notes
Engine/motor selection justification ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Drivetrain configuration ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Performance calculations ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Cooling system design ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Powertrain CAD and schematics ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Dyno testing results (if applicable) ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete

6. Electronics & Controls

Task Assigned Member Due Date Status Notes
Electronic architecture overview ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
ECU and sensor selection ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Wiring harness design ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Data acquisition system ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Control algorithms/tuning ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Electronics testing and validation ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete

7. Aerodynamics (If applicable)

Task Assigned Member Due Date Status Notes
Aerodynamic package design ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
CFD analysis results ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Wind tunnel testing (if done) ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Aero component manufacturing ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Performance impact analysis ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete

8. Safety & Ergonomics

Task Assigned Member Due Date Status Notes
Cockpit design and ergonomics ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Safety systems integration ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Driver controls layout ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Brake system design ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Safety compliance verification ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete

9. Manufacturing & Assembly

Task Assigned Member Due Date Status Notes
Manufacturing process documentation ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Assembly sequence planning ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Quality control procedures ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Manufacturing timeline ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Cost analysis and budgeting ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Lessons learned documentation ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete

10. Testing & Validation

Task Assigned Member Due Date Status Notes
Testing plan development ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Component-level testing ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Vehicle-level testing ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Performance validation ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Data analysis and conclusions ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete

11. Event Strategy & Performance

Task Assigned Member Due Date Status Notes
Points goal by event ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Acceleration event strategy ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Skidpad event strategy ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Autocross event strategy ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Endurance event strategy ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Overall competition strategy ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete

12. Document Preparation

Task Assigned Member Due Date Status Notes
Design briefing template downloaded ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
All sections drafted ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Graphics and figures prepared ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Technical review completed ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Final proofreading done ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Document submitted ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete

13. Presentation Preparation

Task Assigned Member Due Date Status Notes
Team introduction rehearsed ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Technical Q&A preparation ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Supporting materials organized ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Mock presentation sessions ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete
Member roles defined ⬜ Not Started ⬜ In Progress ✅ Complete

Progress Summary

  • Total Tasks: ___
  • Completed: ___
  • In Progress: ___
  • Not Started: ___
  • Overall Progress: ___%

Weekly Review Schedule

Week Review Date Attendees Key Issues Action Items
Week 1
Week 2
Week 3
Week 4
Week 5
Week 6

Notes and Comments

Use this space for additional notes, issues, or important reminders


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