Here’s all the info you need about the upcoming second UAE Electric Vehicle Grand Prix in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi has long been a favourite for hosting some of the most exciting races, and they’re now adding another massive game-changer to the sporting-scape.
The second UAE Electric Vehicle Grand Prix (UAE EVGP) for high school teams is all set for 2 March at Al Forsan International Sports Resort. Over 400 high school students are expected to compete, with teams from 21 UAE schools, five teams from the US, and one team apiece from Egypt and Italy.
The teams have used engineering principles to build single-person electric cars from standard kits, with room for customisation and innovation. Then, they race them in an efficiency challenge, applying classroom knowledge to real-world problems.
The teams have received guidance and support from their teachers and technical experts, having attended an orientation session and subsequent mini-conference at NYU Abu Dhabi’s campus.
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The UAE EVGP is a platform for hands-on exploration of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics concepts in an exciting real-world context. The competition is designed to enable students to embrace their soft skills through teamwork, time management, leadership, innovation, and self-confidence.
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The students will compete on the Al Forsan closed karting track while carefully managing their limited battery capacity. Teams are ranked based on the most laps completed, and the top three receive the winners’ trophies. Other awards include the fastest qualifying time, technical innovation, women in science and engineering (WISE) award (individual or team), the coveted ProjoTech award, and more.
The panel of judges comprises experts from the private sector, academia, and government, including representatives from the US Department of Transportation and the Washington DC Department of Energy and Environment.
Don’t miss out!
Date
2 March
Location
Al Forsan International Sports Resort
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