German photographer Johannes Graf visited Silvermine for a photoshoot of the chassis.He produced photos that are in great style, honouring the design and execution of the Silvermine 11P prototype chassis. The photos can be seen in the PHOTOSHOOT page, above.
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GAS SPRINGS FOR BODY RECEIVED
Front and rear hinged parts for the body will be supported by high quality gas springs.These springs were custom made for the Silvermine 11SR by Vapsint, with design input from Dutch company Brimotech Solutions. Brimotech Solutions kindly supplied the gas springs and connecting hardware free of charge for this project.Thank you Brimotech! For more information, contact us […]
11SR RESEARCH OPPORTUNITY
Silvermine offers a research opportunity for one or more students in aerodynamics or applied physics.The research project’s goal is to establish the aerodynamic values of the Silvermine 11SR, according to the present design.Coefficients of drag, lift or downforce front/rear are to be calculated using the CFD programmes available at the students’ University or Technical High […]
11SR BODY PRODUCTION COMMISSIONED
Production of body panels and clear parts for the Silvermine 11SR has been commissioned to specialist company Aviate Products. In this project, Aviate will be supported by Bailey Sports Racing Cars. Aviate Products, located near Johannesburg, South Africa, specializes in production of composite products for the light airplane industry in South Africa, carrying out 3-D tool path […]
PRESS RELEASE 2014-3 AVAILABLE
Link to press release 2014-3, in English Link to press release 2014-3, in DutchLink to 11SR specificationLink to picture set 2014-3
PRESS RELEASE 2014-2 AVAILABLE
Link to press release 2014-2, in English Link to press release 2014-2, in DutchLink to makers listLink to picture set 2014-2
PRESS RELEASE 2014-1 AVAILABLE
Link to press release 2014-1, in EnglishLink to press release 2014-1, in DutchLink to picture set 2014-1
VIDEO OF SECOND TRACK TEST
Link to onboard video of second track test (no sound) Video “No speed limits today”
PROTOTYPE TESTING VIDEOS AVAILABLE
Link to short video of dry track test Just in time for coffee Link to short video of wet track test Caution, wet floor