| Owner | Santa Cruz Solar Racers, Richard Rahders, Manager |
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| Location | Santa Cruz, California US map |
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| Vehicle | Wind/PV Hybrid Solar Racecar |
| Motor | Azure Dynamics/Solectria BRLS-8 Brushless DC |
| Drivetrain | toothed belt |
| Controller | Azure Dynamics/Solectria |
| Batteries | 0.00 Volt, varies, this is what was used for the Aussie World Solar Challenge |
| System Voltage | 60 Volts |
| Charger | Solar (Siemens/Photocomm/ASU), K and W |
| DC/DC Converter | Azure Dynamics/Solectria |
| Instrumentation | E-meter plus others |
| Top Speed | 60 MPH (96 KPH) (Don't know for sure, but has been driven over 60 MPH) |
| Range | 1800 Miles (2896 Kilometers) completed Darwin-Adelaide WSC, solar-only |
| Seating Capacity | 1 adult |
| Curb Weight | 605 Pounds (275 Kilograms) in Aussie WSC, varies |
| Tires | Avocet Fasgrip |
| Additional Features | Operable Wings. In 12-15 mph crosswind, they supply about 50% of our power at 35 mph. Footle-bar steering. Steer with feet, operate wings with right hand, operate brakes and throttle with left hand. |
Wind/PV Hybrid Solar Racecar
“Pumpkinseed”
Last Updated 07-01-2001
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