Building the Fastest CO2 Car for School Project

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To build the fastest CO2 car for a school project, focus on optimizing the design within the specified body length of 7 7/8" to 12". Key factors affecting speed include aerodynamics, weight distribution, and wheel friction. A streamlined, pointed design can enhance performance by reducing drag. Participants are encouraged to explore various design modifications and test different configurations to improve acceleration and top speed. Sharing CAD images for feedback is welcomed, but the core design work remains the responsibility of the student.
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ok for school, i am having to make CO2 cars...here is some information about it

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/CO2_Dragster

well anyway, i need to make the fastest one...(kinda of to help my grade xD) well i was wondering what the best design is for it...

the specifications i must have for body legnth are...
Maximum: 12"
Minimum: 7 7/8"

the cars are raced on a 75' track

thank you so uch for taking your time to help me
(if u help me)

Also i will try to post some pictures of what the starting block i get looks like from CAD...

also am I able to upload CAD pictures to this forum?
 
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We are not going to design it for you -- that's your assignment. What ways do you think you can optimize your car to be fast? What are the variables that affect how fast it can accelerate, and limit its top speed?
 
well I am not asking to do it for me iwas asking for the best performing design, and i would modify it...i was thinking of a simple design that is like a point kind of...
 
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