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Rendle Steve - Formula 1 Technology The Engineering Explained - Hardcover

Rendle Steve - Formula 1 Technology The Engineering Explained - Hardcover

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Binding: Hardcover
Description: This book explains how modern Formula 1 cars work and demystifies the extraordinary technology they contain. By meticulously dissecting an F 1 car into its constituent components the author describes the design engineering and function of every element enabling the reader to develop a full understanding of how it all comes together to form a competitive package. The text is expertly written to satisfy both the engineering - minded reader as well as any enthusiast of the sport who wants to delve deeper and supplemented by a superb range of close - up photographs technical illustrations and diagrams. Chassis: design and manufacture; survival cell fuel tank impact structures stiffness. Aerodynamics: principles front and rear wings turning vanes sidepods floor wheels and their effect brake ducts suspension components diffuser Drag Reduction System (DRS). Suspension steering and brakes: suspension layout geometry and adjustments; steering wheel column and geometry; brake hydraulics brake - by - wire system discs calipers pads and cooling. Power unit: the hybrid era Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) Energy Recovery System (ERS) fuel. Transmission: clutch gearbox differential driveshafts. Electronics: starting system Electronic Control Unit (ECU) sensors radio and data communications cockpit display cameras. And more: wheels and tyres; hydraulic system; safety equipment; cockpit controls. Chapters about car design and set - up. Use of analysis and simulation techniques such as computational fluid dynamics (CFD) wind - tunnel testing and rig testing. All F 1 fans will find this book a deeply rewarding companion to enhance their appreciation of the sport. All F 1 fans will find this book a deeply rewarding companion to enhance their appreciation of the sport.
Title: Formula 1 Technology The Engineering Explained
Author(s): Rendle Steve
Publisher: Evro Publishing
Barcode: 9781910505731
Pages: 336 Pages, 450 Illustrations; 450 Illustrations
Publication Date: 6/13/2023
Category: Formula 1 & Grand Prix
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