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San Antonio Catholic University of Murcia (UCAM) will participate for the second consecutive year in the Region of Murcia Solar Race 2011, which will take place during the 13th, 14th and 15th October at the Circuito de Cartagena.
Notably, the UCAM, who will participate in the category of a prototype solar photovoltaic 'San Antonio', got some excellent results last year, which ranked first nationally in the solar photovoltaic category.
The prototype was able to produce more energy than it consumed, making him an energy efficient vehicle.
The Director of Engineering Degree in Telecommunications Systems of UCAM, and Team management team Melendreras Rafael, stated that "the most valuable of this project is the level of involvement of students who are working on it, and support we're getting through the IES The Palm ".
Similarly, Melendreras highlighted the collaboration of Banco Santander in this educational activity for R + D + i, which is framed within the project of sustainable actions for the preservation of the environment, UCAM in Green.
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The most prominent with respect to the characteristics of the vehicle, installation of new solar panels that will reduce the weight of San Antonio in 36 kg.
In addition, there have been improvements in the direction of the car, and brakes, and have presented new solutions of communication with the pilot.
International career
Internationally, the San Antonio participated in the last edition of the prestigious competition sustainable motorsport, Shell Eco Marathon, held in the circuit EuroSpeedway Lausitz (Germany), which ranked first in Spain and five in Europe, Category Solar Photovoltaics.
In addition, the team competition of the UCAM, San Antonio Racing Team, trails received special awards nominations for best team spirit and better Marketing and Communication.
Source: UCAM
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