Formula 1 Technology: The engineering explained Steve Rendle ebook#
Page: 332
Format: pdf / epub / kindle
ISBN: 9781910505731
Publisher: Evro Publishing Limited
This book explains how modern Formula 1 cars work and demystifies the extraordinary technology they contain.By meticulously dissecting an F1 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 F1 fans will find this book a deeply rewarding companion to enhance their appreciation of the sport. All F1 fans will find this book a deeply rewarding companion to enhance their appreciation of the sport.FORMULA 1 TECHNOLOGY: THE ENGINEERING BOOK REVIEW By Peter Baker FORMULA 1 TECHNOLOGY: The engineering explained It would be easy to criticise this book, after all, since Steve committed his How F1's Timing Tech Works (And Why It's Important) F1 is the fastest motorsport on the planet. Formula One cars move faster than 200 mph, accelerating to 60mph in under 2 seconds, generating around 1000 "Formula 1 Technology - The Engineering Explained" book A new book dives into the technical side of Formula 1 cars, but does it manage to be informative for novices as well as tech heads? Automotive - Engineering: Books Online shopping for Automotive - Engineering from a great selection at Books Store. Formula 1 Technology: The engineering explained. 67.5067.50 75.00 · #6 · Carmageddon: How Cars Make Life Worse and What to Do About It.