NX SKILL BUILDING

As part of my work with Global Formula Racing, I completed a CAD tutorial focused on designing a wheel upright. The model includes the main upright body with interfaces for the wheel bearing, spindle/shaft, and upper and lower ball joint housings, which are critical for transferring loads between the wheel, suspension, and chassis while maintaining alignment under braking and cornering loads.

The tutorial emphasized real-world engineering constraints, including bearing fits, concentricity, and suspension mounting geometry. I practiced parametric CAD, reference geometry, and clean feature organization while considering load paths, manufacturability, and integration with the vehicle’s suspension system. This project strengthened my CAD fundamentals and provided practical exposure to suspension component design in a competitive motorsports environment.

Next time I would put more emphasis on saving the files correctly for display purposes. In the future having assembly exploded views would improve clarity and design work.