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IT in Formula 1
By Principessa on in F1A F1 car on a flying lap is the epitome of man working in perfect synchronisation with machine, but when Ralf Schumacher or Jarno Trulli hit the track with the TF107, they are not the only ones sensing every minute aspect of the car’s behaviour.
Life as a Race Engineer and a Mechanic’s Role
By Principessa on in F1The work of a race engineer at Panasonic Toyota Racing is vital to the success of the team – and it is certainly never dull, as Francesco Nenci and Gianluca Pisanello are finding out.
An attempt for a greener Formula One
By Steven De Groote on in F1Honda's environmental livery has raised lots of easy criticism, most likely from people who hardly ever look further than the length of their noses. Honda's intentions though are clear and straight forward when you look a bit ahead.
Technical insight into the Renault R27
By Steven De Groote on in TechnicalThe new Renault R27 is the next in row to follow the championship winning R25 and R26. What has actually been changed this winter to maintain this formidable success. Here is an overview.
Logistics
By Principessa on in F1Formula One is not only about cours driving around a circuit, it is also a vast, ever-moving circus of people and parts that is going from country to country.
The Honda wind tunnel
By Principessa on in AerodynamicsSuccess or failure in Formula One today is governed by the car’s aerodynamic performance. This is way the Honda Racing F1 Team invested in a new, full-scale wind tunnel.
Aerodynamic study of the CDG concept
By Steven De Groote on in AerodynamicsIn an attempts to increase overtaking, the FIA proposed the CDG rear wing, a split wing locating behind each rear wheel. As there were discussion whether it would really work, here is a CFD simulation of F1's possible future.
Honda V8 engine development
By Principessa on in MechanicsThe Honda Racing F1 Team takes us to their factory in Bracknell, England. It's the home to some of the world's most advanced engines.
Introducing the Fuji Speedway
By Steven De Groote on in F1The Fuji Speedway will be the host for the 2007 Japanese GP after a series of venues at Suzuka. Here is an introduction of the 2007 event and the circuit specifications.
The pit stop
By Principessa on in F1In the past few years, the pit stop has been transformed from a necessary evil into one of the most intense and important aspects of the grand prix weekend.
