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The Science of Formula 1 Design David Tremayne

The Science of Formula 1 Design By David Tremayne

The Science of Formula 1 Design by David Tremayne


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Summary

Unravels the mysteries of modern Grand Prix car design. This illustrated text explains just how an F1 car works. The philosophy and technology behind the chassis, engine, transmission, electronics, steering, suspension, brakes, tyres and aerodynamics are analysed, and the important question of how these parts and systems interact is explored.

The Science of Formula 1 Design Summary

The Science of Formula 1 Design: Expert Analysis of the Anatomy of the Modern Grand Prix Car by David Tremayne

Leading F1 journalist David Tremayne unravels the mysteries of modern Grand Prix car design in a revised and updated 2nd Edition of this fascinating all-colour book. The authoritative, extensively illustrated text explains just how an F1 car works. The philosophy and technology behind the chassis, engine, transmission, electronics, steering, suspension, brakes, tyres and aerodynamics are analysed, and the important question of how these parts and systems interact is explored. This is an absorbing insight into the secretive and technology-driven world of racing car design at its highest level.

About David Tremayne

Executive Editor of Motoring News and Motor Sport for many years, David Tremayne is a highly respected freelance writer whose roles include Grand Prix correspondent for the Independent on Sunday. His previous books for Haynes include The Science of Speed and The Science of Safety. He lives at Harrow, in Middlesex.

Table of Contents

Chassis construction - composite materials, how chassis strength influences performance, aerodynamic influences and safety aspects. Engine - the switch for 2006 from V10 to V8 engines and the effect on design and layout, the forces involved, the search for ever-higher revs, how fuels and oils contribute to performance, aerodynamic influences. A look at the research into possible future use of hybrid (electric/petrol) engines. Transmission - gearbox design, electro-hydraulics, differential, driveshafts. Electronics - how electronics influence the engine, transmission and telemetry, including the likely switch to standard electronic control units for 2007. Steering, suspension and brakes. Tyres - how tyres are made, why tyres exert so much influence on performance. Aerodynamics - what individual components do, and how changes are made.

Additional information

GOR002212362
9781844253401
1844253406
The Science of Formula 1 Design: Expert Analysis of the Anatomy of the Modern Grand Prix Car by David Tremayne
Used - Very Good
Hardback
Haynes Publishing Group
20060921
176
N/A
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