The objective was to engineer a world-class supercar body that faithfully reproduces the 2002 Concept and pays homage to the 1960's road racer. The car had to be designed, developed and launched in 24 months, while meeting tough requirements for function, weight, occupant package and aerodynamics. Challenging features such as the cantilevered door, “clamshell” engine decklid and a deeply contoured hood were to be included. This paper will discuss how a dedicated team of enthusiasts can have a flexible approach to the engineering process, material selections and manufacturing processes to achieve the designer's vision in 24 months (Figure 1).
Ford GT Body Engineering - Delivering the Designer's Vision in 24 Months
Sae Technical Papers
SAE 2004 World Congress & Exhibition ; 2004
08.03.2004
Aufsatz (Konferenz)
Englisch
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