Car Design & Technology
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Fuel
F1 cars run at approximately 4 miles per gallon. Fuel is one of the most vital factors of a race. A full...
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Steering
The steering system provides the drivers with information on how well the car is handling. It is the most direct contact the...
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Aerodynamics
Aerodynamics Aerodynamics is a large subject to generalize as it encompasses a wide range of techniques and applications. As this site is...
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Braking
A family hatchback car needs 45 metres to stop from 60 MPH. An F1 car needs just 18 metres. Braking Systems In order for...
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Tyres
Tyres At top speed, an F1 tyre will be making 50 rotations a second. An F1 tyre will rotate approximately 150,000 turns over...
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Suspension
Suspension The suspension’s main job is to hold the tyres where the car’s designer of the car intended them to be. This...
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1.8KComposites and Chassis
The temperature in an F1 cockpit can routinely reach 50 degrees centigrade, despite the car moving at 200mph. Composites Modern F1 chassis...
