It's just a fun F1 challenge. Can this one be solved?

[JonoNic]

If F1 restricted teams to placing their engine inlet inside the venturi tunnels, how would you go about doing this to optimize performance?

Things to consider:

1. Airflow Disruption: The venturi tunnels are optimized for ground effect, meaning adding an inlet could disturb the low-pressure flow.


2. Debris & Contamination: The tunnels are close to the ground, increasing the risk of debris entering the engine.


3. Cooling & Efficiency: The air pressure in the venturi tunnels is lower than in conventional airbox locations, potentially affecting engine performance.


4. Regulatory Compliance: Teams would need to balance performance with FIA safety and aerodynamic regulations.

Yes, there are big challenges & and considerations, but how would you go about it to find a solution?

[Greg Locock]

Ah, a sudoku puzzle.

[falonso81]

I’d start by using simulation tools like CFD to design a slim, low-turbulence inlet that minimizes disruption to the venturi effect. You’d need to experiment with duct shapes and placements to ensure you’re drawing in enough air without upsetting the ground effect.

[JonoNic]

I’d start by using simulation tools like CFD to design a slim, low-turbulence inlet that minimizes disruption to the venturi effect. You’d need to experiment with duct shapes and placements to ensure you’re drawing in enough air without upsetting the ground effect.

Yes. That would be the challenge. I also thought that a mailbox-style inlet would work best. However, testing duct shapes and placement would be needed. Do you have an idea of where your placement would be? Drawing air would depend on throttle position and not the vehicle's velocity.

[AR3-GP]

Maybe some NACA ducts in the tunnel wall, or parascope at the diffuser exit.

Centrifugal intake tract to separate out higher mass contaminants and air filter for fine particles.

[SealTheRealDeal]

With the current engines? Pester my engine supplier to develop engine maps with "cold blowing" then let the turbo and MGUh turn the car into a vacuum car.