Durham University Solar Car
Solar car racing team
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| 2024 | Team upgraded the car's drivetrain by powering both the rear right and rear left wheels for the iLumen European Solar Challenge event. |
| 2024 | The team competed in its first European Solar Challenge, using a modified version of their 2019 car Ortus. |
| 2023 | Durham University Solar Car (DUSC) designed vehicles for both Challenger and Cruiser classes, incorporating new requirements such as daytime running lights integrated with front indicators and updated battery safe state power-on regulations. |
| 2023 | The car retained its 2019 battery configuration, using 420 18650 lithium-ion cells for power storage. |
| 2023 | DUSC used a combination of an in-house developed motor and an externally supplied Marand motor during the 2023 event. The in-house motors were modified to accommodate wider Bridgestone tyres while maintaining their original electrical specifications. |
| 2023 | Durham University Solar Car (DUSC) designed a new solar car for competition, featuring a three-wheel configuration with a unique asymmetrical design, including a sloped array/body aerofoil profile to improve aerodynamics and solar collection. |
| 2023 | The team aims to compete in the Bridgestone World Solar Challenge with a newly developed car. |
| 2022 | The team rebranded to Durham University Solar Car and developed a new car with the aim of competing in the 2023 Bridgestone World Solar Challenge. |
| 2022 | The team rebranded back to Durham University Solar Car, emphasizing a closer connection to the Engineering Department and refocusing on solar car design. |
| 2020 | Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, the team held a hybrid event at RAF Ouston, attempting to complete the distance from Durham to Circuit Zolder, Belgium. They were awarded the 'Hybrid Challenge Award' by Belgian event organizers. |
| 2019 | Durham University Electric Motorsport (DUEM) designed and built their new solar car 'Ortus' from scratch, specifically for the Bridgestone World Solar Challenge 2019. |
| 2017 | The team returned to Australia with a modified version of DUSC 2015, improving performance and completing over 1000 km on solar power. |
| 2015 | DUEM developed DUSC 2015, a new solar-powered vehicle, which competed in the Bridgestone World Solar Challenge. |
| 2014 | Durham University Solar Car merged with Durham University Formula Student to create Durham University Electric Motorsport (DUEM). |
| 2011 | DUSC participated in the Veolia World Solar Challenge race across Australia, qualifying in the top ten and ultimately finishing 33rd out of 42 entrants. |
| 2010 | The team ran a successful demonstration event with Cambridge University Eco Racing (CUER), showcasing their solar car technology. |
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