CRP Technology, a leading provider of advanced 3D printing solutions, is pleased to announce its crucial role in MoRe Modena Racing‘s historic triumph at Formula Student Austria 2024. From July 21-25, the competition took place at the prestigious RedBull Ring in Zeltweg, where MoRe Modena Racing from the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia became the first Italian team to win this prestigious competition.
This outstanding achievement was made possible by a two-year technical partnership between CRP Technology and MoRe Modena Racing. CRP Technology provided its state-of-the-art Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) 3D printing services and proprietary Windform materials for the development of the 2024 hybrid race car M24-LH. The car, which was unveiled shortly before the competition, includes critical aerodynamic and structural components designed and manufactured using CRP Technology’s advanced materials.
Franco Cevolini, CEO and Technical Director of CRP Technology, commented, “The collaboration with MoRe Modena Racing is going excellently. We have already produced several components in various Windform materials for the M24-LH, the new hybrid race car. This partnership is an extension of CRP’s long-standing commitment to innovation and excellence in motorsport. It not only supports the development of cutting-edge solutions but also facilitates the transfer of knowledge and technology between industry and academia.”
Key contributions from CRP Technology include the upper and lower front wing cascade winglets cover, made from Windform SL to improve aerodynamic efficiency through increased downforce and reduced drag. Also made of Windform SL and Windform XT 2.0 are the upper and rear covers of the front wing’s turning fin, which optimize the washout effect and thus increase overall performance. The rib area of the turning fin is made of Windform XT 2.0 and ensures structural stability and strength.
The M24-LH features a carbon fiber monocoque chassis, a modified Suzuki GSX-R engine that runs on ethanol, and a custom battery pack that powers two electric motors. This hybrid powertrain delivers over 100 hp with a total weight of around 220 kg and an aerodynamic carbon fiber package that generates 210 kg of downforce at 100 km/h.
Beatrice Terzo, Team Leader of MoRe Modena Racing, expressed her gratitude, stating, “The support we’ve received from CRP Technology has been crucial in enhancing our vehicle’s performance and developing our skills as future engineers. This collaboration has allowed us to utilize advanced materials and technologies that were previously unavailable to us, making a significant difference in our project’s success.”
This partnership underscores CRP Technology’s commitment to promoting innovation, research and hands-on education in the motorsport and automotive sectors. By providing cutting-edge tools and expertise to young engineers, CRP Technology continues to push the boundaries of what is possible in additive manufacturing and high performance engineering.
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