Bloodhound Supersonic Car Quiz

What is the ultimate speed goal for the Bloodhound project?

• 800 mph

• 900 mph

• 1,000 mph

• 1,200 mph

Which organization regulates the land speed record attempts?

• Supersonic Car League

• International Automobile Federation

• World Speed Association

• Global Racing Federation

What is a major aerodynamic challenge faced by supersonic cars?

• Minimizing drag

• Generating enough lift

• Reducing engine power

• Increasing weight

What is the purpose of Computational Fluid Dynamics in the Bloodhound project?

• To calculate fuel efficiency

• To design the car's interior

• To simulate wind tunnel conditions

• To test engine performance

What material are the Bloodhound's wheels made from?

• Carbon fiber

• Aircraft-grade aluminium alloy

• Steel

• Titanium

What is the main thrust source used in the Bloodhound car?

• A high-performance car engine

• A commercial airplane engine

• A modern military jet engine

• A rocket booster

Where did the Bloodhound team conduct their speed tests?

• Nevada Desert

• Sahara Desert

• Gobi Desert

• Hakskeenpan, South Africa

What was the highest speed achieved by Bloodhound during the 2019 tests?

• 600 mph

• 550 mph

• 628 mph

• 450 mph

What additional component is needed for Bloodhound to reach its target speed?

• A larger fuel tank

• A mono-propellant rocket engine

• A new aerodynamic shell

• A second jet engine

What is one of the broader impacts of the Bloodhound project?

• Inspiring new generations of engineers

• Developing new military technology

• Improving public transportation

• Reducing global warming