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Innovation Day: RCR STEM Program Engages Students at Mount Airy High School

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  • As part of the RCR STEM program, Future Drivers, crew chief Luke Lambert engages Mount Airy H.S. students in real-world learning experiences in engineering, manufacturing, quality control and analytics.
  • Students got an inside look at the design process of RCR's new and innovative pit gun. Race engineer Seth Chavka explained how science and technology could help produce consistent and reliable performance.
  • The evolution of innovation was on display in a tool as simple as a socket. Students got a hands-on look at how the design of sockets used in NASCAR pit stops evolved over the last decade.
  • Students examine sockets while learning about how science and technology plays an integral role in NASCAR.
  • RCR's Rapid Prototype Model, consists of over 500 layers of 3D-printed material. It's not only efficient but saves cost during the design process.
  • On using a pit gun effectively, 'Hold the gun wide open, and hit each lug hard. As if you are punching each stud.' - Chase Masterson, front tire changer on the No. 31 pit crew
  • 'We taught the kids about what went into the development of a pit stop. We shared our story and how we use technology in the workplace to improve our performance both on-and-off the track as well as on pit road.' - Luke Lambert, crew chief No. 31 Cup team
  • Within the partnership's program, all students, not just race fans, are recruited to engage in STEM activities.
  • The program increased student awareness and pursuit of STEM-related careers by allowing them to take part in a pit stop demonstration.
  • Students experienced the innovation of RCR equipment by utilizing old and new pit gun technology.
  • RCR Future Drivers project is a STEM partnership with North Carolina State University and Mount Airy City Schools.