hardingfv32 wrote:1)
argi2007 wrote:McLaren can adjust the brake ducts...Since it is the brake ducts to aerodynamic parts, the driver from the cockpit itself is nothing to adjust active.
Is this true?
3.15 states that for any part of the car influencing its aerodynamic performance must be secured to a sprung part of the car. Does this mean then by definition that brake ducks do not provide aerodynamic performance?
So what would prevent the use of a driver 'on track' adjustable duct system?
2) Goal of changing the temperature of the wheel/tire:
A) Change the gas pressure in the tire
B) Change the temperature of the tire itself... effect the tread compound, etc.
Brian
I think the issue with a driver adjustable one is asking, is a brake duct an aerodynamic device, if it is, then its not allowed, if it isn't an aerodynamic device, your fine.
there is more problems though, if it is deemed not an aerodynamic device, then people will start taking the mickey with the brake duct fins and making them active aswell, which means it has gone from being adjustable duct to a whole adjustable rim/ brake assembly, so I think it should stay as being controlled by the mechanics in the pitstops
I believe this device is an answer to the tape issue that Mclaren had with lewis' pitstop, well thats my opinion.
Nick