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LOCTITE fuels innovation in Formula Student project

For the 27th edition of the Formula Student project, the University of Hertfordshire team benefitted from the learning resources and product provided by LOCTITE.

02/09/2024 17:05:54

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The annual international engineering competition, which takes place each July at Silverstone, challenges students to design and build a single-seat formula car. Henkel has been a steadfast sponsor of the University of Hertfordshire since 1998, providing invaluable products and regular technical talks to the team.

Each academic year, a team of around 20 students embark on the project, dedicating countless hours to designing and building their car.

The use of LOCTITE structural adhesives and threadlockers, particularly the LOCTITE 600 and 700 series, has been crucial throughout this year’s project. These products are commonly used in workshops for bonding and securing panels, offering reliability that is essential for the students' success.

Read the full article in DPA's September issue

Written By Sophia Bell

Sophia Bell is the Group Editor of DPA, Connectivity, and PBSI. She joined the team in 2020 as Assistant Editor after achieving a First-Class Honours BA in English Literature and Film Studies from the University of East Anglia. In her current role, she leads the editorial strategy, driving digital growth and ensuring each title continues to deliver trusted, relevant insight for engineering and manufacturing professionals.