Halmstad University Solar Team
As a student at Halmstad University, you have the opportunity to engage in many exciting activities. Currently, a group of students is for example working on building a solar-powered racing car. This is the second time the project is being undertaken, and the goal is to participate in one of the world's largest competitions for solar-powered cars.
“Having the opportunity to work towards a common goal with different students from various programmes is incredibly enjoyable to be a part of. What we can achieve together is fantastic, and what we do can change the future. I believe that being a part of such a transformative journey is something every engineer dreams of.”
Filippa Malmenstam, Project Manager 2023–2025
The team that competed in the Bridgestone World Solar Challenge 2023. The car Sven is 5 meters long and 1.35 meters wide.
The collaboration that will take them 300 miles – on solar energy
The aim of the project is to participate in the Bridgestone World Solar Challenge, which is the world's largest competition for solar-powered cars. In the race, which is held every two years, the students will drive 300 miles from Darwin to Adelaide and hopefully cross the finish line first.
The first time a team from Halmstad University participated was in 2019. At that time, the group working on the solar car consisted of students from the Programme in Innovation Engineering. Now, the project has been opened up to students from all education programmes at the University.
H4, a previous model of the solar car. The car is constructed from carbon fiber and is powered entirely by solar energy.
“Hope for the best and prepare for the worst.”
Joakim Tell, Senior Lecturer in Industrial Management and mentor to HUST
Become a part of HUST
HUST is always looking for new members who want to join our journey, regardless of the programme you are studying. Recruitment typically takes place in the autumn semester, but do not hesitate to get in touch now if you are interested in joining our team.
Are you interested in electronics?
Contact Fredrik Olsson
Are you interested in mechanics?
Contact Alexander Kullenberg
Are you interested in marketing and sponsorship?
Contact Jennifer Cannon
If you are not quite sure what you are interested in doing in the project, contact Jennifer Cannon
