RMSE 25
Designed for the Formula Bharat 2026 competition, the RMSE 25 powertrain and accumulator system focuses on lap time optimization, 15% overall mass reduction, performance enhancement, and improved thermal management.
Achievements
- 15% reduction in weight of the car compared to RMSE24
- Target Acceleration Laptime of <4.0s with a Simulated Laptime of 3.84s
- Enhanced cornering performance backed by reduced skidpad time by 8% from last year
- Higher braking acceleration of 3g by improved tire grip utilization
- Target Endurance Laptime of 1298s with a Simulated Laptime of 1311s
Technical Specifications
- Traction System Voltage: Nominal 453.6 V, Maximum 540 V
- Motor: EMRAX 228 MV (Single Motor Architecture)
- Accumulator Cells: Sony VTC6
- Accumulator Configuration: 126 Battery Modules (1s6p) across 9 segments (6p14s)
- Total Accumulator Capacity: 8.16 kW-h
RMSE 24
Designed for the Formula Bharat 2025 competition, the RMSE 24 powertrain and accumulator system focuses on high reliability, optimized thermal management, and structural weight reduction.
Achievements
- 1st position in MATLAB modelling award
- 1st position in Altair Simulation challenge
- 11th position Overall among all the Teams
- 1st position in Engineering Design (VED) Event
- 3rd position in MathWorks Modelling Competition
- 6th position in Business Plan Presentation
Technical Specifications
- Traction System Voltage: 400-600 V
- Motor: EMRAX 228 MV
- Motor Controller Unit: Bamocar D3
- Accumulator Cells: 126 modules of Energus Power Solutions 1s6p Sony VTC6
- Accumulator Container: Fabricated from AL-6061, achieving a 5 kg weight reduction
RMSE 23
We aim to build a faster, lighter, and more reliable car this year compared to our previous projects. The primary goals to focus on this year were Reliability, Competitiveness, Improved Manufacturability, and Components Reusability. With RMS23, the team participated in Formula Student UK held at Silverstone Circuit, United Kingdom, in July 2023.
Achievements
- 1st among the Asian teams in the Engineering Design Event
- 1st among Indian teams in the Cost and Manufacturing Event
- 3rd position Overall among Asian teams
Technical Specifications
- Maximum Power System Voltage: 537.6 V
- Battery Box Energy: 8.3 kWh
- Peak Motor Power: 100 kW
- Peak Motor Torque: 240 Nm
- Maximum Speed: 140 kmph
RMSE 21
Due to COVID-19, Formula Bharat 2021 was organized virtually. The car was designed and stimulated but not manufactured for the event.
Achievements
- 1st in Business Plan Presentation
- 2nd in Team Management
- 3rd in Engineering Design Report
- 3rd overall among all Electric Teams
Technical Specifications
Technical specifications unavailable.
RMSE 19
With an aim to improve the overall design and focus on the electric powertrain, the team developed its’ third electric racecar, RMSE19. It is ergonomically designed, safe and durable for track racing. With a 100kW motor, RMSE19 can accelerate from 0-100kmph in just 3.8 seconds and reach a maximum speed of 140kmph. With RMSE19, the team participated in Formula Green 2020 held at Kari Motor Speedway, Coimbatore, in February 2020.
Achievements
- 1st in Acceleration
- 2nd in Cost and Manufacturing
- 2nd in Business Plan Presentation
- 3rd in Engineering Design Report
- 3rd position Overall
Technical Specifications
- Maximum Power System Voltage: 537.6 V
- Battery Box Energy: 7.1 kWh
- Peak Motor Power: 100 kW
- Peak Motor Torque: 230 Nm
- Maximum Speed: 140 kmph
SABER
The team showcased its ability again by building an entirely electric racecar to run across the tracks of Formula Green 2017 in Coimbatore. Due to its unbeatable design and incredible technical support, SABER was able to beat the fastest team in the competition by a gap of 31 seconds in a friendly run. The panel was so impressed by its unique cooling system, cost-effectiveness, hard work, and dedication that they gave the team an honorary entry in the following Formula Green Competition.
Achievements
- The only team at the competition with an Air cooling system.
- Completed one lap in 2 min 17 sec, beating the fastest lap of 2 min 48 sec in a friendly test run.
Technical Specifications
- Maximum Power System Voltage: 91.2 V
- DC Nominal Power System Voltage: 76.8 V
- DC Control System Voltage: 12 V DC, 24 V DC, 5 V DC
- Accumulator Configuration: 24S 1P
- Total Accumulator Capacity: 90 AH
BOLT
With the automotive industry shifting towards electric vehicles and increasing climate change concerns, we developed an all-electric vehicle - BOLT in 2015 and participated in FSAE Australasia, held in Melbourne (Australia). The long-term aim of the team was to advance the technology of electric vehicles so that they may become cheaper and more efficient compared to gasoline-powered conventional cars. The car design was finalized after rigorous simulation and analysis of mechanical and electrical systems using software like Ansys, SolidWorks, ADAMS, MATLAB, Lapsim, and Multisim. After all this hard work and patience, the team finally got its reward, the number one Indian team in the Formula Student electric rankings.
Achievements
- 2nd in Cost
- 4th in Design
- 4th in Business Presentation
- 4th position Overall
- Winner of the ‘CAMS Inspiring Motorsports Award’ from CAMS(Confederation of Australian Motorsports) for Best Design among first-year electric teams.
- IIT Roorkee Motorsports became the highest-ranked Formula Student Electric Team in India after this competition till 2019
Technical Specifications
- Top Speed: 100 kmph
- Acceleration: 0-60 kmph in 7.6 s
- Range: 35-40 km
- Type of Cells: Lithium Yttrium polymer
- Battery Specs: 78.6 V, 8.6 kWh, 90 Ah
RMSE 13
Taking a step further from IC Engine car, the team developed a plug-in series hybrid electric powertrain-based race car and successfully participated at the international level in the Formula Student UK held at the Silverstone F1 Racetrack, UK 5-7 July 2013. It was organized by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) in association with Jaguar Land Rover, Mercedes AMG, Shell, etc. A total of 149 international teams from prestigious universities around the globe were registered in the event, and IIT Roorkee Motorsports was the only team with a hybrid electric vehicle in the competition.
Achievements
- The only hybrid car in FS UK 2013
- Winner IMechE Formula Student award of 2500 GBP
- 1st in Cost and Business Presentation among Indian Teams
- 2nd overall as well as design among Indian Teams
Technical Specifications
- Wheelbase: 1550 mm
- Rear Track Width: 1275 mm
- Front Track Width: 1325 mm
- Weight (without driver): 300 kg
- Weight Distribution (Front : Rear): 52:48
FIITR-11
With hearts filled with passion and an aim to fabricate a formula-style racecar, FIITR-11, our first IC engine car was launched in 2011. The team participated in Formula SAE Australasia 2011 held in Melbourne in December and was the only Indian team among the 30 registered international teams to participate in the event. IIT Roorkee Motorsports became the first Indian Team to complete the endurance event. The car was also exhibited in the Design Pavillion of AUTO EXPO 2012, New Delhi.
Achievements
- 1st position in Fuel Economy
- 7th position in Cost Presentation
- 1st Indian Team to finish final 32-lap race in Australia
Technical Specifications
- Wheelbase: 1700 mm
- Track Width: Front 1400 mm
- Track Width: Rear 1350 mm
- Weight (with driver): 327 kg
- Engine Used: Royal Enfield 500cc Electra Unit Construction