Technical : Mechanics
The mechanical properties of a Formula One car are still very important, despite having suffered under the discovery of aerodynamics over time.
Apart from the regular strength improvements and weight reduction that is continuously investigated, the suspension is of particular interest to current car development. With the single tyre supplier that Formula One now has, all teams are greatly investing in suspension improvements, trying to make better use of the tyres than others. Being able to run the car at all time with the optimum tyre temperature is a considerable advantage.
More information can be found in the articles below.
- Formula One engines 18-07-2009
An engine is the most complex part of a Formula One car. It is vital for its power delivery as well as its integration in the chassis.
- New ceramic coating to protect composites from heat 11-05-2009
A new ceramic thermal barrier technology has been developed by Zircotek. It will allow high strength, lightweight materials to be used in high temperature environments for which they have previously been unsuitable.
- BERU f1systems introduce new IR tyre sensor 07-04-2009
As supplier to several F1 teams, BERU f1systems have designed a new infra red sensor to monitor tyres in high performance environments.
- Tackling KERS in Formula One 18-03-2009
The introduction of KERS to Formula One has posed a major challenge for all F1 teams and marks the biggest technical regulation change in 15 years.
- The shape of a Formula One tyre 19-10-2008
The design of a Formula One tyre, compound as well as structure is a complex exercise, with specific features only valid in F1. This interview with Bridgestone's director of tyre development gets you closer.
In focus
More articles in "Mechanics"
| 27-09-2008 | J-Dampers in Formula One |
| 01-07-2008 | Track surfaces and grip in F1 |
| 19-07-2006 | The fuel flap and actuator |
| 27-06-2006 | Tyres crucial at Indianapolis |
| 21-06-2006 | A day in the life of a tyre fitter |
| 22-03-2006 | Starter motor |
| 28-10-2005 | Role of a Michelin technician |
| 20-08-2004 | Hisao Suganuma, Bridgestone |
| 17-03-2004 | How to keep an F1 car cool |
| 29-01-2004 | From 111° to 72°: RS24 |
| 10-01-2004 | Painting a car at RenaultF1 |
| 14-12-2003 | Preparing the carbon fibres |
| 05-12-2003 | Producing the composites - R24 |
| 28-11-2003 | Running on the dyno - R24 |
| 22-11-2003 | Engine mockup to test integration - R24 |
| 20-11-2003 | Dudot about the 111° RS23 |
| 07-11-2003 | Producing the moulds - R24 |
| 16-07-2002 | Through Shaft Damper Update |
| 23-02-2002 | The importance of ride height |
| 22-02-2002 | The vehicle performance envelope |
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