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Leading F1 journalist David Tremayne unravels the mysteries of modern Grand Prix car design. The authoritative, extensively illustrated text explains just how an F1 car works, and this revised and updated third edition includes new material about the rules changes introduced for the 2009 season. The philosophy and technology behind the chassis, engine, transmission, electronics, steering, suspension, brakes, tyres and aerodynamics are analysed, and the important question of how these parts and systems interact is explored. This is an absorbing insight into the secretive and technology-driven world of racing car design at its highest level.
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Executive Editor of Motoring News and Motor Sport for many years, David Tremayne is a highly respected freelance writer whose roles include Grand Prix correspondent for the Independent on Sunday. His previous books for Haynes include the acclaimed The Lost Generation.
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I bought this book expecting to learn about the intricacies of modern F1 technology (suspension designs, aerodynamics, engine designs, etc).
Whilst it does serve as an introduction to these topics it is (in my opinion) more to do with the politics of F1. For example, in the chapter on aerodynamics the book deals mainly with the regulations surrounding aero devices rather than explaining downforce, drag etc. This book is excellent if you simply want to find out more about F1 and the history surrounding the technology, but if you want to learn more about the engineering and science of the sport then I suggest you look elsewhere.
Whilst it does serve as an introduction to these topics it is (in my opinion) more to do with the politics of F1. For example, in the chapter on aerodynamics the book deals mainly with the regulations surrounding aero devices rather than explaining downforce, drag etc. This book is excellent if you simply want to find out more about F1 and the history surrounding the technology, but if you want to learn more about the engineering and science of the sport then I suggest you look elsewhere.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I wanted to read a book on the F1 car because I have a keen interest and also because I had an interview for the University of Cambridge. Seeing that this book is on Cambridge's recommended reading list for engineering and reading a bit about the book made it the ideal choice. I was amazed at how much work goes into these cars and how many people work behind the scenes. I thought I know quite a bit about Formula 1 but this book explores everything to do with the Formula 1 car and the sport in general. The simplistic way in which things were explained combined with the lack of jargon made it enjoyable, informative but not a task like reading a textbook. It could be read just for pleasure. However I was slightly disappointed that more detail wasn't given on certain areas for example in the aerodynamics section. I feel there was more that could have been expanded on like the diffuser section. Although thats possibly why Giorgio Piola has released another book, Formula 1: 2009/2010 Technical Analysis (Formula 1 Technical Analysis). However for what I needed it for it was perfect and I would recommend it to anyone from a F1 fan to an F1 fanatic.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
clear and consise
7 Aug 2010
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
This is a first class book for anyone who has ever wondered what happens behind the doors of an F1 garage. In depth, clear and consise writing makes it possible to understand the many complexities that must come together to produce a modern day formula 1 car. A must have for any serious f1 fan
5 of 8 people found the following review helpful
understanding Formula1
20 Nov 2010
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
This book is disappointing as it is short on the science and technology of Formula 1 cars which is not what title implies.
There are too many anecdotes and historical references which are available elsewhere.
There are too many anecdotes and historical references which are available elsewhere.
3 of 5 people found the following review helpful
the science of formula 1 design
13 July 2010
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
this is an awsome book it answers all questions about an f 1 car i couldnt put the book down it was great im not one to do ratings but i had to give an opinion on this book but beware its going to intrigue you and want to learn evan more im already reading more in to aerodynamics all in all the book is great thanks Ed
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