🔧Machining complex parts like a steering knuckle requires precision and specialized machines.
🏎️The University of Kentucky Formula SAE team designs and builds race cars from sponsored donations.
🤝Collaborating with an experienced CNC machine shop can help with complex machining projects.
💡Learning hands-on skills like machining can lead to new and better ways of doing things.
📚Online platforms like Brilliant.org provide interactive lessons to help level up skills.
What is the purpose of the steering knuckle in a race car?
—The steering knuckle holds the wheel to the suspension, allowing for steering and control of the car.
Why did you choose to machine the parts on a manual machine rather than a CNC machine?
—I wanted to challenge myself and see if I could achieve the same results using my manual machines. It also allowed for a fun competition with my CNC machine-using friend.
How did you get access to the CNC machine for comparison?
—My friend Craig, who runs a CNC machine shop, generously allowed me to use his high precision machine for this project.
What are the benefits of hands-on learning?
—Hands-on learning allows for practical skills development and fosters creativity in finding new and efficient ways of doing things.
How can Brilliant.org help in learning math, data science, and computer science?
—Brilliant.org provides interactive and bite-sized lessons to make learning these subjects easier, effective, and fun. It also builds personalized learning paths for individuals.
00:01I'm ready to take on the challenge of machining a steering knuckle for a formula race car.
01:16I'm helping out the University of Kentucky Formula SAE team with their car build.
02:13My friend Craig from a CNC machine shop is providing access to a high precision CNC machine.
08:00I'm using my 30-year-old manual machine to machine the parts.
12:42Craig is using his CNC machine to machine the test part.
13:57I'm discussing the difference between climb milling on CNC machines and manual machines.
15:27I'm showing the weight reducing pockets and the boring process on my manual machine.
15:46I'm sharing Craig's workholding technique and the final operations on the CNC machine.
