High-performance miniature vehicles tearing through THI: STEM Racing visits Ingolstadt
Speed, Science, and Strategy: ITH's STEM Racing Showdown
Get ready for a thrilling ride! Students from Ingolstadt Technical University (ITH) recently went head-to-head in a high-stakes mini-race car competition—the South Regional Championship of STEM Racing. These whiz-kid innovators, aged 11 to 19, weren't just revving up some neck-breaking speeds; they designed their vehicles, created business plans, secured sponsors, and even built team boxes. Sounds like a Hollywood blockbuster, right? Well, it's all happening in real life.
Just like Formula 1, the pressure was on. On the racetrack, the CO2-powered vehicles demonstrated breathtaking acceleration values. It wasn't all about speed, though. A panel of expert judges—ITH staff and Schanzer Racing members— evaluated teams based on their design, innovation, and team performance, just like the pros in the big leagues.
The event provided a fascinating glimpse into science and technology, with warm welcomes from ITH President Professor Walter Schober and Vice-President Professor Hans-Joachim Hof. To top it all off, the lucky attendees got an exclusive tour of the CARISSMA research center.
Three senior teams and two juniors secured a well-deserved spot in the German Championship, set to take place mid-May at the Audi F1 Project in Neuburg. The stakes have never been higher: they'll compete for a chance to participate in the World Finals, held right in the heart of a real Formula 1 race.
STEM Racing—formerly known as F1 in Schools—is no ordinary school competition. It's the world's largest MINT (Mathematics, Informatics, Natural sciences, Technology) program, with over 26,000 schools in 57 countries. The goal? To foster future engineers and motorsports enthusiasts by challenging students to design, manufacture, and race miniature Formula 1 cars. Speed, aerodynamic performance, and team performance are all key factors to success, making it a true test of both technical skills and strategy.
Want to fuel your curiosity? Visit STEM Racing to learn more!
Excited winners ready for the next round: Three senior and two junior teams gained entry to the German Championship (Photo: ITH/STEM-Racing).Press Office/ITH Ingolstadt
- Incorporating technology, the students designed miniature Formula 1 cars, showcasing their innovative skills and engineering prowess.
- The sports aspect was evident as teams demonstrated robust team performance and strategic planning, characteristics reminiscent of professional motorsports.
