In 2008, Richard Noble
and Andy Green announced their plans to smash the World Land Speed Record,
while, at the same time inspiring the next generation to become enthusiastic
about mathematics, engineering and science.
Undoubtedly, the BLOODHOUND SSC is one of the most complex cars created. It states on their websites, that when the car is completed it will comprise of over 3,500 parts, many of which have been designed specifically for the BLOODHOUND SSC, including unique engines designed by Jaguar and Bristol’s own Rolls-Royce.
Inside the
BLOODHOUND SSC you will find a EUROJET EJ200 jet engine which will supply the
car with only half of its thrust! A Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) in the form of a
Jaguar Supercharged V8 Engine. This will
be used to supply 800 litres of high test peroxide to the rocket in just 20
seconds! And finally, the rocket engine, to accelerate the car to 1000 mph the
rocket engine combined with the jet engine will provide a thrust of 212kN.
If you would like to
go and see the car for yourself, The BLOODHOUND project are currently accepting
bookings for their Rocket car experience workshops held during the Easter
holidays, making a fun and education day for your children. Click here to read
more.
It is a truly amazing
project, one which we at SafetyLiftinGear are proud to help by providing
lifting and material handling equipment.
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