RB18 EVO
The RB18 EVO represents a significant step forward in UNIPG Racing’s vehicle development, combining lightweight design, advanced electronics, and optimized performance. The car features a custom 25CrMo4 steel chassis designed for safety and weight reduction, paired with a V-twin Aprilia RXV 550 engine and a sequential gearbox.
Extensive work was carried out on suspension geometry, aerodynamics, and cooling systems, using CFD simulations and wind tunnel testing to enhance downforce and efficiency. With integrated telemetry, traction control, and a fully adjustable setup, the RB18 EVO was developed to maximize performance, reliability, and data-driven optimization on track.
RB18
The RB18 marked a key stage in UNIPG Racing’s development, combining a lightweight 25CrMo4 steel chassis with a V-twin Aprilia RXV 550 engine and a sequential transmission. The car featured advanced suspension geometry with fully adjustable systems, alongside in-house designed hubs and structural components to reduce mass and improve handling.
Significant effort was dedicated to electronics and data systems, including telemetry, traction control, and a custom control unit. Aerodynamic elements, developed through CFD simulations and wind tunnel testing, enhanced cooling and downforce, resulting in a balanced and reliable platform for competition.
RB17
The RB17 represented a solid foundation for UNIPG Racing, combining a lightweight 25CrMo4 steel chassis with an Aprilia SXV 550 V-twin engine and a sequential transmission. The car featured optimized suspension geometry with fully adjustable systems and in-house manufactured components, including hubs and structural parts designed to reduce weight.
mprovements in electronics and cooling systems enhanced reliability and performance, while aerodynamic elements developed through CFD simulations and wind tunnel testing contributed to increased efficiency and downforce. Overall, the RB17 laid the groundwork for future developments, focusing on reliability, data acquisition, and engineering refinement.
RB11.2
The RB11.2 built upon the foundation of the team’s first car, introducing improvements in structure, aerodynamics, and data systems. The hybrid chassis design was refined for better stiffness and weight distribution, while the Aprilia SXV 550 engine and sequential transmission were further optimized. Enhanced telemetry capabilities and aerodynamic components, developed through CFD simulations and wind tunnel testing, contributed to improved performance and data acquisition.
The RB11.2 marked an important step forward in the team’s development, consolidating engineering knowledge and setting the direction for future projects.
RB11.1
The RB11.1 was the first car developed by UNIPG Racing, establishing the foundation of the team’s engineering approach. It featured a hybrid chassis combining a 25CrMo4 steel spaceframe with composite and aluminum elements, paired with an Aprilia SXV 550 V-twin engine and a sequential transmission.
The car incorporated fully adjustable double wishbone suspension and in-house manufactured components, focusing on reliability and learning. Basic aerodynamic and cooling solutions, supported by CFD analysis, allowed the team to validate initial design concepts and gain essential experience for future development.