Would you like to apply the theoretical knowledge you learn in class to the real world? At METU Formula Racing, we offer you the opportunity to be part of the development of a race car from scratch! This journey — from the concept phase to design, from manufacturing to testing — will help you improve both your engineering skills and your problem-solving abilities. A unique experience that cannot be gained in academic life awaits you. Here, you will not only develop your technical skills but also take competencies such as analytical thinking, teamwork, and project management to the next level. We give you the freedom to generate ideas, develop innovative solutions, and contribute directly to the project. The road to success runs through teamwork, and we, the METU Formula Racing team, believe in building and learning together.
You will also have the chance to attend various technical and professional development workshops organized within the team and together with our sponsors. For example:
Of course, we haven't forgotten about having fun! With team events, workshops, and social activities, you will both strengthen the team spirit and collect unforgettable memories. One of the most exciting parts of the Formula Student season is the international competitions held in the summer! These events, organized in different European countries, are not just races but also unforgettable experiences. As a member of our team, you can join us on this adventure.
METU Formula Racing is not just an engineering team; it is also a platform where you can build professional connections and communicate one-on-one with people from the industry. The Formula Student community lets you meet talented students and industry professionals from all over the world.
And perhaps most importantly: here, we will be not just a team but a family! We will work together for a whole year, get through hard times together, and celebrate our achievements together. You can be sure that at METU Formula Racing you will make friendships that last a lifetime!
Remember: at METU Formula Racing, it is not only the car that is race-ready — so is your career!
You can click on the images of our sub-teams below to explore each one's responsibilities and areas of work in detail. Fill out the application form and join the METU Formula Racing family!
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Aerodynamics Sub-Team
Designs the aerodynamic parts with CAD software and optimizes them with CFD; the goal is to increase car performance by minimizing drag and maximizing downforce.
Mechanical Design
Computational Fluid Dynamics
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Composite
The sub-team working on the manufacturing, analysis, and race preparation of the car's composite parts. The aim is to design by testing the strength of composite parts under specific loads, to achieve the desired power, strength, and durability, and to guarantee structural integrity through the right material selection and use.
Mechanical Design
Structural Analysis
Composite Manufacturing
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Embedded Software
Covers the design of in-vehicle communication systems, including protocols such as CAN bus and Serial. In-vehicle microcontrollers, such as ESP32 and STM32, are programmed. In addition, communication libraries are developed for shared use with the autonomous unit.
Python
ESP and STM Programming
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Finance & Organization
Secures the financial and in-kind resources needed throughout the car's production process, organizes internal team events, and runs the operations for attending competitions.
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Hardware
Aims at designing and manufacturing the electronic boards on the car, processing sensor data with embedded software, and assembling and wiring all electronic systems.
PCB Design
Low-Voltage Wiring Design
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Human Resources
Manages recruitment processes, member feedback and performance evaluations, and activities such as training and workshop programs.
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Business Development
Carries out various activities in areas such as social media, design, business plan presentations, race coordination, promotion, and printed materials.
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Autonomous
Develops the driverless driving algorithms for the car built by the technical sub-teams. The car is enabled to correctly detect, through its sensors, the cones bounding a previously unknown track. Based on the perceived data, a safe and efficient route is determined and dynamically updated. The car precisely adjusts its speed and direction according to the determined route, achieving a stable drive.
ROS
Nvidia Development Kit Programming
Object Detection
Control
Driving Algorithm Programming
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Power Electronics
Covers the design and production of the car's high-voltage battery system, the parameterization and control of the motor, the simulation and analysis of the high-voltage line, and high-voltage safety.
High-Voltage Line Design
Mechanical Design
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Powertrain
Designs and analyzes the transmission components that transfer the motion generated by the motor to the wheels; mechanical parts are modeled with CAD, and the cooling system is integrated into the car.
Mechanical Design
Structural Analysis
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Vehicle Dynamics
Analyzing the static and dynamic behavior of the car, this sub-team designs a suspension with high mechanical grip suited to race conditions. It analyzes the durability of parts and the responses of the system, makes predictions, and shapes its designs accordingly. The aim is to design a rigid and lightweight chassis according to the forces the car will be exposed to, to design and manufacture the connection elements, and to create a structure suitable for driver safety and ergonomics.
