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The Science Behind the Stingray
The 2014 Corvette Stingray’s advanced materials earned it a prominent place at the 2014 International Manufacturing Technology Show in Chicago.
Fastlane GM
September 8, 2014
What do the Dream Chaser® Space Utility Vehicle, an unmanned military drone, and a 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray have in common? At first glance, not much – but each is built from some pretty exotic materials. That’s why the Corvette Stingray was invited to be displayed alongside some innovative products at the International Manufacturing Technology Show in Chicago.
Held today through Sep. 13, the IMTS showcases advancements in manufacturing, along with the design and use of cutting-edge materials. The IMTS show is the largest event of its kind in the United States and the second largest in the world, so we’re honored that the Corvette Stingray was invited to the show.
Why did the new Corvette Stingray earn a place alongside these rather exotic creations? Easy: from top to bottom, the latest Corvette uses some rather exotic materials to reduce weight and improve performance. There are also some pretty clever and innovative manufacturing methods that help us offer these advanced technologies, even in the base Stingray.
Let’s start with the chassis. The new Corvette’s aluminum frame is not only 99 pounds lighter than the previous model’s steel frame, but it’s also 57 percent stiffer. That extra rigidity not only improves handling, but means we can build a convertible without adding structural reinforcement – something few convertibles can claim.
Full Story: https://fastlane.gm.com/2014/09/08/science-behind-stingray/
The 2014 Corvette Stingray’s advanced materials earned it a prominent place at the 2014 International Manufacturing Technology Show in Chicago.
Fastlane GM
September 8, 2014
What do the Dream Chaser® Space Utility Vehicle, an unmanned military drone, and a 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray have in common? At first glance, not much – but each is built from some pretty exotic materials. That’s why the Corvette Stingray was invited to be displayed alongside some innovative products at the International Manufacturing Technology Show in Chicago.
Held today through Sep. 13, the IMTS showcases advancements in manufacturing, along with the design and use of cutting-edge materials. The IMTS show is the largest event of its kind in the United States and the second largest in the world, so we’re honored that the Corvette Stingray was invited to the show.
Why did the new Corvette Stingray earn a place alongside these rather exotic creations? Easy: from top to bottom, the latest Corvette uses some rather exotic materials to reduce weight and improve performance. There are also some pretty clever and innovative manufacturing methods that help us offer these advanced technologies, even in the base Stingray.
Let’s start with the chassis. The new Corvette’s aluminum frame is not only 99 pounds lighter than the previous model’s steel frame, but it’s also 57 percent stiffer. That extra rigidity not only improves handling, but means we can build a convertible without adding structural reinforcement – something few convertibles can claim.
Full Story: https://fastlane.gm.com/2014/09/08/science-behind-stingray/
