A new strategic collaboration brings together industry and academia in the name of innovation and performance. TecSA, a leading Italian company in brake system testing, has established a partnership with Dynamis PRC, the official racing team of the Politecnico di Milano that competes in international Formula Student events.
At the heart of this alliance is the TecSA R&D laboratory, a flagship facility of the company. This partnership offers the Politecnico di Milano’s racing team the opportunity to conduct advanced testing and applied research projects in the field of braking systems, with the direct support of TecSA’s technical experts.
A Cutting-Edge Lab to Train the Engineers of Tomorrow
This is not merely a technical sponsorship, but an active and strategic collaboration. Thanks to the availability of TecSA R&D’s testing, measurement, and simulation infrastructure, Dynamis PRC students can carry out real-world analyses, bench experiments, and system validations on their braking components.
In a highly competitive context like Formula Student, where every millisecond counts and every component can make the difference, such activities represent a tangible advantage from both a technical and educational perspective.
The TecSA R&D lab is equipped with brake dynamometers, high-frequency data acquisition systems, advanced sensors, and simulation software, tools that enable comparative testing, friction material wear analysis, braking parameter optimization, and the validation of innovative solutions in controlled conditions.
In addition, TecSA’s engineering team brings valuable expertise, offering students high-level feedback and the opportunity to collaborate with seasoned industry professionals.
The Value of the Partnership for Dynamis PRC – PoliMI
Dynamis PRC is one of the most successful university racing teams in Europe. With over 100 students participating each year from more than ten different academic programs, the team is structured into specialized engineering departments (aerodynamics, powertrain, electronics, chassis, autonomous driving, etc.) and competes internationally in the Formula Student Electric and Driverless categories.
Over the years, Dynamis PRC has achieved more than 80 podium finishes across multiple categories, ranking as the top Italian team and among the world’s top 30 in the Electric class.
Since 2022, the team has also been active in the development of autonomous race cars, marking another step forward in innovation.
The partnership with TecSA plays a crucial technical role in the team’s vehicle development efforts. Often overshadowed by other systems, braking is actually a fundamental element for both performance and safety, offering significant room for improvement in terms of design and calibration.
Thanks to TecSA’s contribution, Dynamis PRC can:
- Develop more efficient and better-balanced braking systems;
- Optimize cooling strategies and energy dissipation;
- Test materials, calipers, discs, and setup configurations in advance;
- Validate theoretical models with real-world testing data.
TecSA: Where Innovation Meets Industry
TecSA is more than a testing service provider, it is a technology partner with over 40 years of experience in test bench design and mechanical component testing for the automotive, rail, and industrial sectors.
With its TecSA R&D division, the company has created an environment dedicated to research, technology transfer, and collaboration with universities, research centers, and top-tier companies.
The laboratory supports activities such as:
- Testing on complete braking systems (hydraulic circuits, discs, pads, calipers);
- Dynamometer and cyclic testing on engines and brakes;
- Thermal, NVH (noise-vibration-harshness), and material analysis;
- Development and validation of new brake concepts for high-performance applications.
This industry-driven approach to education is what makes the partnership with Dynamis PRC a model of successful synergy between university and business: students gain access not only to cutting-edge technology, but also to the scientific method, validation processes, and the problem-solving mindset typical of the industrial world.
A Forward-Looking Collaboration
The partnership between TecSA and Dynamis PRC is not just about building a more competitive car. It is an investment in the future of engineering, in the talents of students, and in Italy’s ability to generate applied technological innovation.
In an era where university competitions are becoming increasingly advanced, only those with access to real testing environments and high-level multidisciplinary expertise can truly stand out.
This is exactly what TecSA offers: not just tools, but a vision, experience, and a tangible bridge between academia and industry.