Design chassis of the pod

Oversee integration of all mechanical and electrical subsystem components

Design and manufacture an aerodynamic, carbon fiber shell for the pod

Conduct finite element analysis on the pod to assess structural integrity

Design, test, and implement a three-phase linear induction motor (LIM) powered propulsion system

Simulate electromagnetic behavior in COMSOL Multiphysics

Collaborate with manufacturers to cut and bond metal laminations for an LIM stator core

Design a pneumatically actuated friction braking system

Decelerate from the maximum speed with a satisfactory braking distance exceeding a safety factor of 2

Utilize a failsafe design to successfully operate even in the event of power loss or pneumatic failure

Design a pneumatics system that safely delivers pressurized air to the actuators of the friction braking system

Protect components from overpressurization with relief valves and pressure sensors

Implement closed-loop pressure control through an electronic pressure regulator

Design suspension structures to ensure stability during high-speed runs

Create a Simulink model that characterizes the vibrational response behavior of the pod

Conduct finite element analysis to ensure structural stability when faced with impulse responses

Create a high-voltage power system with an inverter capable of supplying a variable-frequency three-phase alternating current to the LIM

Develop a low voltage system to power a microcontroller (MCU), sensors, and actuators

Design a printed circuit board (PCB) that interfaces between the microcontroller and peripherals

Develop a graphical user interface (GUI) that interfaces with the MCU (microcontroller) to display data and send commands to the pod

Develop software to operate a finite state machine on an embedded system with the ability to process user events from a remote host computer