Rear Driven Snowmobile

Project Description

Rear-Drive Snowmobile — Rear-drive is different than conventional snowmobile drive configuration. When driving the track from the front, the top side of the track is pulled in tension, and the bottom of the track is pushed into compression. The bottom portion of the track in contact with the snow, being in compression, causes fuel loss and other inefficiencies while decreasing overall handling. Our team explored a rear-drive concept that would be eco-friendly and rider-friendly.

Team: UICSC Team Seniors "Skiddadle"

Members

Thomas Entwit, Mechanical Engr.
Brannon Hudson, Mechanical Engr.
Aref Hakami, Mechanical Engr.

Sponsor

Daniel Cordon, Dept. of Mechanical Engineering

Faculty Advisor

Daniel Cordon, Dept. of Mechanical Engineering