It's not cheating...

...........It's seeking advice from experts. (yeah that works)

We are most of the way through the design process we are just trying to pull the last of the energy out of the wind and there are some things that we just don't understand yet.

The thing I like about the project is that there are so many problems to design around. The basic specs are that the vehicle cannot change external shape or size, it is to have zero potential energy when it is put on the test track, the wheels must turn when the impellor turns and it has to fit inside a 30cm cube. A few guys from our local club had a go at buiding some the last time this comp was held. These were engineers and scientists from all backgrounds, and it was very plain to see that something that was very good theoretically was no match for something that was well worn and well tested with limited theoretical knowledge.

I'll post the specs when I can get a hold of an electronic copy, maybe someone else wants to have a go?

Matt