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sportsformula-11 year ago•2 min saved

"Red Bull and Mercedes Clash Over Technical Updates for Saudi Arabian Grand Prix"

Mercedes has made an aggressive tweak to its rear wing design for the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, lifting and widening the central portion of the mainplane and incorporating a large semi-circular notch for better flow management. This move diverges from the more commonly seen V-shaped notch and has been influenced by similar designs used by Ferrari and McLaren. Red Bull, on the other hand, has continued to utilize a V-shaped notch, a feature it has maintained throughout this regulation phase.

via Motorsport.com|

#aerodynamics #f1 #mercedes

sportsformula-11 year ago•4 min saved

"2024 F1 Pre-Season Testing: Trends, Drivers, and Spectacle"

The 2024 Formula 1 cars show a trend towards the Red Bull design, with Mercedes and Ferrari making significant changes to catch up. Ferrari's SF-24 features a move towards a Red Bull-like undercut sidepod design, achieved by increasing the chassis length and relocating radiators. Meanwhile, Mercedes has moved the cockpit further back within the wheelbase and switched to an undercut sidepod design, requiring substantial internal layout rearrangement. Both teams are aiming to create a more effective aerodynamic platform to compete with Red Bull.

via Formula 1|

#2024-cars #ferrari #formula-1

sportsformula-11 year ago•3 min saved

"Unveiling Red Bull's Bold RB20: A Game-Changer for F1 Rivals"

Red Bull's new F1 car, the RB20, features an aggressive and innovative design with a focus on aerodynamics, including a distinctive upright radiator inlet, lower and smaller radiators, and reworked upper bodywork to maximize underfloor performance. These changes represent a departure from previous design trends and are likely to have alarmed their F1 rivals ahead of the upcoming season.

via F1 - The Official Home of Formula 1® Racing|

#aerodynamics #car-design #f1

sportsformula-11 year ago•2 min saved

"McLaren's Aero Secrets and Optimism for 2024 F1 Season"

McLaren's cautious approach to revealing its new car's aerodynamic details is part of a "game of performance," according to driver Lando Norris, who emphasized the importance of protecting the team's intellectual property. Team principal Andrea Stella highlighted the commercial and marketing aspects of the decision, while also noting that rival cars are looking more similar this season due to new regulations, potentially leading to a closer field of competition.

via Motorsport.com|

#aero-details #car-launch #formula-1