Solar Racing:
(noun) A high-tech competitive sport pushing the edge of green engineering
Gasoline engines are out. Sun-powered motors are in. The Solar Jackets at Georgia Tech compete with organizations around the world to press the limits of featherweight vehicle construction, energy storage, and solar cell technology.
Events
Future exhibitions & competitions
- Next Meeting: October 12 5:00 PM Klaus Auditorium 1443
- The Solar Jackets are now on Twitter!
- Featured in WIRED Magazine!: Follow us @SolarJackets!
- GT News Release: Get acquainted with the club!
- Earth Day Expo
- World Solar Challenge
News
Recent events and updates
Solar Jackets Website Receiving Major Overhaul
- The Solar Jackets Web Team is in the process of creating a brand new look for the website in preparation for our entry into competition. Keep checking back for further updates as the date for the unveiling draws nearer!
Lockheed Martin becomes a Sponsor
- Lockheed Martin recently signed on with the Solar Jackets, becoming our newest sponsor with their donation to the team.
New SAEV Pack
- Exide donated 11 34XCD batteries for an improved SAEV energy pack!
- See the inside of one of these new cells.
