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Human
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Revised Prize Rules 7/19/03
Regulations
and Conditions
The Dempsey -
MacCready Prize
for the Human Powered Hour Record
1.0 Introduction
A cash prize is offered by Dempsey World Record Associates Inc. (the
Sponsor), under conditions specified by the Human Powered Vehicle
Association, to the first single rider human powered land vehicle that
can equal or exceed 90 km in one hour (55.924 mph). Smaller
supplemental awards are offered to any competitor who breaks the
currently recognized record by at least 3%, at any time during the
period of the Prize.
2.0 General Conditions
2.1 Prize Name
The prize shall be known as The Dempsey - MacCready Prize For The
Human Powered Hour Record.
2.2 Prize Duration
The date the prize was officially announced in the HPV News, was May
31, 1999. The competition shall continue until the Major Prize is
(finally awarded (see 3.1).
2.3 Winning Distance
To win the Major Award outright, an HPV must cover 90 kilometers
(55.923 miles) in one hour from a standing start.
3.0 Prize
3.1 Major Award.
$25,000 shall be awarded to the ultimate winner when a human powered
vehicle equals or exceeds 90 km in one hour under the rules of the
Dempsey-MacCready Prize.
3.2 Minor Awards.
In the event a vehicle breaks the then existing HPV Hour Record by at
least 3%, but does not reach 90 km, a smaller prize of $2,000 will be
awarded each time this occurs. If the existing HPV Hour Record is
broken during an organized competitive event, by more than one HPV, a
$2,000 award will be given only to the fastest competitor. Minor
awards shall not exclude the ultimate winner. Awards of $500 shall be
given to the fastest HPV hour competitor in the yearly Human Powered
Speed Championships (HPSC). The $500 awards shall terminate when and
if the Major Award is granted.
4.0 Vehicles
4.1 General
A single rider HPV only is allowed. One rider only is permitted
during the one hour competition. One HPV only may be used during the
competition.
4.2 Power
The HPV must be driven solely by human power. Steering and balance of
the vehicle must be under direct control of the rider except at the
start (6.1). Rail guided, wire guided or other such HPV systems are
not permitted. Non-human power sources (batteries, solar cells, etc.)
are permitted only for powering sensors, displays, communication
equipment and lights. Control devices, cooling fans, powered
aerodynamic devices or other components must be human powered.
4.3 Energy Storage
No device which stores energy over more than one input power cycle
(e.g. leg stroke) or which releases energy under control of the rider
may be used.
4.4 Integrity
The HPV may not jettison any part(s) after beginning motion, the
vehicle must complete the entire run with all of the equipment it
starts with. The rider must ride on or in the vehicle.
4.5 Safety
Vehicles must have a safe means of stopping. Vehicles must have
adequate stability and visibility. Dangerous protrusions or other
unsafe design features must be corrected before any record attempt.
Riders must wear adequate head protection as defined in the
competition rules of the HPVA. If the HPV or its operator is judged
unsafe by the observers, they may bar it from competition. The
vehicle must be available for inspection by the observers at least 24
hours in advance of the competition.
4.6 Dimensions
When completely assembled and vertically oriented as when traveling
straight on a level road, vehicles must fit in a box 1.5 meters high,
1 meter wide and 3.1 meters long. Any number of wheels are legal.
With the exception of the size restrictions, HPVs must meet the
vehicle competition regulations of the HPVA.
5.0 Course Requirements
5.1 Circuit Course
The prize attempt must be on a land circuit course closed to
automobile or other vehicle traffic. The HPV must make at least one
complete circuit of the course and finish no more than 10% of the
final one hour distance away from the start.
5.2 Distance Covered
The length of the course shall be surveyed following a minimum
distance line along the course (for example: along the inside of
curves). The survey shall be done by a registered land surveyor,
registered civil engineer, or someone with equivalent training. The
survey shall be accurate to a minimum of one part in 1000. The method
used in the survey must be approved by the Prize Committee. The
method of determining the final distance shall be approved by the
Prize Committee. The survey for final distance may come after the
event.
5.3 Grade
There are no grade or slope restrictions.
5.4 Wind
There are no wind restrictions.
5.5 Elevation
There are no elevation restrictions.
6.0 Competition Rules
6.1 The Start
The start shall be from a stationary position. One assistant is
permitted to balance the vehicle at the start, for no more than 15
meters. The assistant may not push the vehicle.
6.2 Drafting, Chase Cars
No more than one competitor shall be permitted on the course at one
time during a sanctioned record attempt. Record attempts, however,
can run sequentially. If an HPV is not visible from the start at any
time during the circuit, then a chase vehicle must follow at all
times. No more than one chase car may be permitted at any time. No
drafting or any other action that could be interpreted as a
competitive aid by the chase car is permitted. The chase car must
follow directly behind or behind and to
one side of the HPV and approach no closer than 30 meters from the
rear of the HPV, except during the last 20 seconds of the hour. An
official observer must ride in the front seat of the chase car - the
observer may be the driver, however, in that case, at least two
persons must be in the car. At the discretion of the Prize Committee,
this rule may be modified to permit multiple competitors on the same
track.
6.3 Official Observers
At least two official observers, who are appointed or approved by the
HPVA, must be present during any prize attempt.
6.4 Timing
One observer is to act as the official timer. Official timing clocks
shall be accurate to five seconds in 24 hours. All official clocks
shall run continuously for one hour during the competition.
Individual lap times are to be recorded. At least two clocks shall be
on board the chase vehicle (one official, one back up), and one clock
shall remain at the start. Radio communication of the time signal may
be used to advise track officials, but only direct observation of the
clock by an official observer in the pace car shall be used to time
the hour.
7.0 Eligibility
Any member of the HPVA is eligible to compete, regardless of the
country of origin. As a minimum, HPVA membership will be required of
the rider, the vehicle owner and the crew chief in charge of the prize
attempt. The record attempt may occur in any country.
8.0 Competition Expenses
The record attempt team is responsible for the cost of the timing
equipment, venue costs, and actual expenses (related to the attempt)
of two official observers including travel, lodging, food and phone
calls. The timing officials can waive payment of these expenses at
their discretion.
9.0 Prize Committee
9.1 Membership
The Prize Committee shall consist of a director and at least two other
members of the HPVA to be appointed by the Board of Directors of the
HPVA. Names of the Prize Committee members are available upon written
request to the HPVA. They shall set policy on rules and the conduct
of the prize competition, and act as an appeals board. The committee
has the right to exclude any vehicle from competing and/or the use of
any course, which in their opinion violates the intent of the prize
rules. Should members of the Committee resign or decease, the Prize
Committee shall have the right to appoint replacement members upon
majority vote of the remaining members of the Committee.
9.2 Rules Interpretation
The interpretation of these rules and any other matters regarding the
Prize competition, rests entirely with the Prize Committee and its
designated observers.
9.2 Protests or Appeals
All prize attempts will be published in the HPV News. Any protests or
appeals must be received in writing by the Prize Committee at the
official HPVA address within sixty (60) days of the mailing date of
the HPV News issue in which the results were published. Protests or
Appeals shall state specifically the basis for the challenge. In case
of a protest or appeal, the entrant may request a hearing with the
Prize Committee. The decision of the Prize Committee regarding any
protests or appeals shall be final.
10.0 Documentation
10.1 Application for Prize Attempts
Application to the Prize Committee by prospective competitors shall be
made at least 90 days in advance of the actual prize attempt. The
application must be approved by the Prize Committee in advance of the
attempt. The application shall include written permission to use the
course by the authorities who govern the use of the course. The
application shall be accompanied by an advance entry fee of $100. The
fee will be used to defray the expenses of administration.
Applications shall be in English.
Competitors who plan to utilize unique or unconventional vehicle
designs or courses are encouraged to submit their plans for approval
before proceeding with preparations for new record attempts. The
prize committee will maintain strict confidentiality regarding any
such inquiries.
10.2 Application for Prize
A written application for the Prize must be compiled by the entrants
and submitted to the official observers within 30 days of Prize
attempts. If approved by the observers, it will be then submitted to
the Prize Committee. This submittal shall include:
10.2.1 A brief report summarizing the record attempt
10.2.2 The date, time, location, and distance of the successful attempt.
10.2.3 The names of the vehicle builder, designer, rider and the name
of the person(s) or organization applying for the prize.
10.2.4 A publication quality photograph of the vehicle, rider and team.
10.2.5 A statement that all of these Rules have been complied with
signed by the applicant and the observers.
10.2.6 Evidence of time clock calibration.
10.2.7 Evidence of course measurement and final distance measurement.
11.0 Insurance
Each team shall be covered by liability insurance of at least
$1,000,000 during the period of the actual prize attempt. The
insurance shall cover the Sponsor, team members, riders, observers,
the course owners/operators, the Prize Committee, and the Board of
Directors of the HPVA. Proof of insurance shall be furnished to the
Prize Committee or their representatives before any record attempt can
take place. Insurance may be obtained at standard event rates through
the HPVA. Any approved attempt on the record shall be considered an
officially sanctioned event of the HPVA.
12.0 Correspondence
Applications and Prize attempt submittals and any other correspondence
regarding the Prize should be sent to the Dempsey - MacCready Prize Committee,
HPVA, 9539 N. Old Stage Road, Weed, CA 96094.
Original Rules 3/25/99
Revised Rules 7/19/2003
The Dempsey-MacCready Prize Committee as of 7/19/2003
Allan Abbott, M.D.
Bill Gaines
Paul MacCready, Ph.D.
Doug Milliken
Chester Kyle, Ph.D.
David Gordon Wilson, Ph.D.
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