F1's brake duct tech war
Fitting ducts to cool the brakes on F1 cars seems simple in theory, but in reality this is a red-hot aerodynamic and regulatory battleground, says JAKE BOXALL-LEGGE
Brake ducts? They're just holes, aren't they?
When it comes to talking technical in Formula 1, the powertrain and aerodynamics always take centre stage. It's only natural that attention will be drawn to the audio-visual elements - noise and aesthetic appeal have long been the sensory stimuli that can turn any motorsport fan's knees to jelly.
But this season has offered new areas of intrigue, with a more radical approach to suspension design, and included within that is a completely renewed focus on brake ducts, which have undergone considerable change over the off-season.
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