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BAR launch their 006 (technical view)
By Steven De Groote on in F1B.A.R have presented their 2004 challenger, named BAR006. With both Button and Sato, they aim for top places in several grand prix, and maybe even wins. Take a look...
From 111° to 72°: RS24
By Steven De Groote on in MechanicsRenault's technical director explains why the team leaves the 111° V10 to go for the 72° engine. While it was a revolutionary concept the engine trail lead to a dead end as development became too hard.
SCCR race car CFD analysis
By Steven De Groote on in AerodynamicsCFD analysis of a typical SCCR race car model, performed by Russell Harrison
Painting a car at RenaultF1
By Steven De Groote on in MechanicsThe raw carbon monocoque has reached the time to be transformed into a true race car, and don the livery of the Renault F1 Team.
Preparing the carbon fibres
By Steven De Groote on in MechanicsThroughout the laying-up of the chassis in the composites department, the autoclaves have a crucial role to play. Then come the final machining stages before the chassis is ready for assembly…
Producing the composites - R24
By Steven De Groote on in MechanicsOnce the moulds and templates have been produced, the production of the chassis proper begins in the operating theatre like-atmosphere of the composites department.
Running on the dyno - R24
By Steven De Groote on in MechanicsThe production of an F1 engine passes through three primary steps. The aim is to ensure a powerful, reliable unit: here is the explanation.
McLaren MP4/18 - MP4/19
By Steven De Groote on in TechnicalEarly 2003, McLaren started the most costly development process until then in F1. The result was the MP4/18 and its twin brother, the MP4/19
Engine mockup to test integration - R24
By Steven De Groote on in MechanicsEngine integration is one of the utmost important parts of designing an F1 car. The RenaultF1 team therefore produces a mockup before the engine is ready, a fit the construction
Dudot about the 111° RS23
By Steven De Groote on in MechanicsThe wide-angle RS23 V10 benefited from frequent developments during the 2003 season, to get the team fight for podiums. Bernard Dudot speaks about life at Viry during 2003.
