Optimización estructural del bastidor de un vehículo prototipo Fórmula Loncin mediante el método de elementos finitos

Abstract

The present project focuses on the structural optimization of a Formula Loncin prototype frame through analysis and redesign aimed at reducing weight and improving structural performance. The methodology begins with CAD modeling (Computer Aided Design), of the original frame, accurately replicating its geometry. Subsequently, static analyses will be conducted using SolidWorks software to evaluate stress distributions, deformations, and safety factor under real load conditions. Based on the results obtained, a redesign will be conducted to identify areas of the frame that are susceptible to material reduction without compromising rigidity or strength. This new design will be subjected to the same computational tests to assess the impact of optimization in terms of reduced weight, structural performance, and operational advantages. The study concludes with a comparative analysis between the original frame and the optimized one, demonstrating the feasibility of the redesign in terms of efficiency, safety, and compliance with functional requirements.