Aerodynamics engineer
The three aerodynamicists on the team are responsible for the car's aerodynamic design. About two-thirds of Nuna's energy consumption is used to overcome air resistance. Therefore, a well-designed aerodynamics system is crucial.
The three aerodynamic engineers start the year by brainstorming different concepts. Where will the wheels be placed, where will the driver sit, and what will the car’s approximate length and width be? After that, they use computer simulations to optimize the design for the lowest possible air resistance. To do this, the aerodynamicists need to master various software tools in the first few months, such as CAD and CFD programs. During the design process, they must also take into account the requirements from other disciplines. It is their task to combine these requirements into the most aerodynamic design possible.