Mercedes AMG F1 W05

[turbof1]

This is incredible, whilst other cars are struggling to get out Rosberg is on 91 laps.

Seems they'll be getting to 2 full race distances today, and if they don't decide to pack up early, then some. Even last year that was a feat.

[astracrazy]

it is astonishing

and pace didn't seem to bad either? I didn't manage to really keep up with it though

[CBeck113]

This is incredible, whilst other cars are struggling to get out Rosberg is on 91 laps.

They can be confiden that their cars run reliably, but don't see the other teams' lack of running as a problem (exclude the Renault powered cars from that statement); each team has a test program, so it could be that they need to change lots of components and therefore lose time doing so - but it doesn't mean that they are slower or less reliable, just running a different test program.

[prince]

It is interesting here. Nico has done 91 laps (more than a race) on just one full tank of fuel. He didn't went in to get re-fueled, so obviously they have accommodated a bigger tank.

"11:58 Mercedes we hear that in the current race simulation of Nico Rosberg in terms of fuel consumption, everything is in the green zone. The Silver Arrows are obviously a step further than the competition." - AMUS Live

Merc would have thought that, first race of the year is on this weekend.

[techF1LES]

It is interesting here. Nico has done 91 laps (more than a race) on just one full tank of fuel. He didn't went in to get re-fueled, so obviously they have accommodated a bigger tank.

In fact, it was 'only' 72 laps stint (ignoring three quick pit stops) = 319 km = race simulation plus out-lap and in-lap.

[kartwheels]

Anyone else notice this in the airbox?

http://www.formula1.com/wi/gi/enlarge/1 ... 31ja19.jpg

I think it is a sensor

This is an FIA light to denote 'ERS safe' rather than being on the bulkhead.

[i70q7m7ghw]

Anyone else notice this in the airbox?

http://www.formula1.com/wi/gi/enlarge/1 ... 31ja19.jpg

I think it is a sensor

This is an FIA light to denote 'ERS safe' rather than being on the bulkhead.

I said IN the airbox.

[H2H]

It is interesting here. Nico has done 91 laps (more than a race) on just one full tank of fuel. He didn't went in to get re-fueled, so obviously they have accommodated a bigger tank.

In fact, it was 'only' 72 laps stint (ignoring three quick pit stops) = 319 km = race simulation plus out-lap and in-lap.

Indeed, a 'bigger' tank would be just a big senseless penalty for the whole season...

[SiLo]

It is interesting here. Nico has done 91 laps (more than a race) on just one full tank of fuel. He didn't went in to get re-fueled, so obviously they have accommodated a bigger tank.

"11:58 Mercedes we hear that in the current race simulation of Nico Rosberg in terms of fuel consumption, everything is in the green zone. The Silver Arrows are obviously a step further than the competition." - AMUS Live

Merc would have thought that, first race of the year is on this weekend.

I got confused at first, you are assuming they put a bigger tank in just for testing? A possibility. What would be more incredible was if that was simply 100KG of fuel in a 100KG tank and they just ran it until it was on fumes to see how far they can go. Probably so they can calculate how much more fuel they can use up to create more power.

[Poleman]

I said IN the airbox.

Exactly!...Im not so sure if its a sensor as some gents said earlier,to me it looks like an airflow controller so they can channel the air to various routes inside?

EDIT: On the right side it seems that some cables are covered with duct tape going to the top of the airbox so it may be a sensor after all...

[Forza]

It's the air pressure sensor array as you can see on the photo I've posted on the previous page.

Edit: Here's the Link

[turbof1]

The tank will always be bigger then 100KG capacity guys... . Remember that they need to an installation lap, a formation lap, an inlap and give a fuel sample, all next to the race.

[bomskok]

It is interesting here. Nico has done 91 laps (more than a race) on just one full tank of fuel. He didn't went in to get re-fueled, so obviously they have accommodated a bigger tank.

Don't forget that this was achieved at cruising speed, so they would have saved a lot of fuel. If they have achieved this running full speed it would have been remarkable.

[Forza]

Are there any detailed pictures available with the new steering wheel LCDs in action? It would be interesting to see what information they offer and how they present it to the driver.

no. onboard cameras are not fitted during testing. so unless someone wants to sit on the airbox, you are out of luck.

In the meantime you can look at Technical specification of MES PCU-8D Display Module.

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Application
- Data display and warning lamps
- Typically installed within the steering wheel, although can also be remotely mounted

Display
- 4.3” backlit LCD display
- Viewable area 95mm x 54mm, 480 x 272 pixel resolution
- Viewable in direct sunlight. Brightness adjustable via CAN message for low-light conditions
-16 Gauge types for displaying data, including bar tacho, rev lights and variable text
- 100 user-configurable page, selectable by CAN message
- The display is fully customisable; page layout can be configured by PC with text and gauges
-Alarm pages or user-configurable text warnings can be triggered by CAN messages
 
Communications
- One CAN interface (1Mbps). No internal termination
- One USB interface for configuration only

Unit Inputs
- One reset input (active low with internal pull-up; can be left unconnected if not required)
- One CAN address selection analogue input (connect an external resistor to unit supply ground)

Other Features
- Configuration software tool supplied with the unit

Electrical
- Supply voltage 8V to 16V DC
- Supply current: <0.6A @ 13.8V (screen and all LEDs on)
- Electro Magnetic Compatibility
- Complies with the essential protection requirements of 2004/108/EEC

Environmental
- Size: 130mm x 81mm x 22mm
- Weight: <230g
- Splash resistant to standard motorsport fluids
- Lid has a rubber seal, case fixings are sealed with silicone sealant
- Maximum humidity: 95% non-condensing
- Operating temperature: 0°C to +50°C
- Storage temperature: -25°C to +85°C
- Vibration: 100Hz to 1000Hz, all axes, 24 hours
- Vibration isolation is recommended

Connection Definition
- Un-terminated flying lead only (no connector fitted), length 300mm
- 26 AWG wire for all wires unless stated
- USB wires are contained within a cable screen, with the other wires coiled round the USB screened cables
- Note the unit supply is required when configuring. The unit cannot be powered by USB

Wire colours:
- Orange;	Unit Supply Positive
- Brown ;	Unit Supply Ground
- White :	CAN +
- Blue	CAN; -
- Green;	USB+
- White;	USB -
- Red; (24 AWG)	USB 5V
- Black; (24 AWG)	USB Ground
-	USB Screen (internally connected to supply ground)
- Grey;	CAN address selection input
- Yellow;	Reset input

[Richard]

Reminder that car threads are for discussion of the actual features of the car.

Testing chatter has been moved to the testing thread http://www.f1technical.net/forum/viewto ... ead#unread