{"product_id":"formula-1-technology","title":"Formula 1 Technology: The engineering explained","description":"This book explains how modern Formula 1 cars work and demystifies the extraordinary technology they contain.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 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. \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Chassis: design and manufacture; survival cell, fuel tank, impact structures, stiffness. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Aerodynamics: principles, front and rear wings, turning vanes, sidepods, floor, wheels and their effect, brake ducts, suspension components, diffuser, Drag Reduction System (DRS). \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e 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. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Power unit: the hybrid era, Internal Combustion Engine (ICE), Energy Recovery System (ERS), fuel. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Transmission: clutch, gearbox, differential, driveshafts. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Electronics: starting system, Electronic Control Unit (ECU), sensors, radio and data communications, cockpit display, cameras. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e And more: wheels and tyres; hydraulic system; safety equipment; cockpit controls. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Chapters about car design and set-up. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e 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. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e All F1 fans will find this book a deeply rewarding companion to enhance their appreciation of the sport.","brand":"None","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":46581472788690,"sku":"9781910505731","price":120.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/8980\/5233\/files\/1_e38bb618-62ba-4b6e-9905-fe17c7d3f061.jpg?v=1762357159","url":"https:\/\/www.indigo.ca\/products\/formula-1-technology","provider":"Indigo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}