Where are McLaren at this season ? My analysis... motorsport.tech/formula-1/mc...

Where are McLaren at this season ? My analysis... motorsport.tech/formula-1/mc...

Another strange breakdown was #AA23 who had to stop for a loose T-camera. The camera connects to the car with two bolts onto an aluminium fixture on the roll hoop, plus the video/data connector. #F1 #F1tech

It seems #NH27 retired due to an electrical shut down, after gravel triggered the emergency 'E' pull ring. This is a 2 position switch that cuts electrical power on position 1 and sets off extinguisher on position 2. #F1 #F1tech

Williams were late to the SLiM-wing trend in Monaco, but have arrived at the #BarcelonaGP with an updated triple wing set up 🐫 Also one detail I've never noticed is a tiny vane next to the cockpit, which was not on the launch car, but has been there all season long! #F1 #F1tech

Audi's new mirrors from Monaco. The reshaped mirror pod now forms a flap, the mounting back to the sidepod is also different. #GB5 is running red dots on the left mirror to monitor any movement via a camera. #F1 #F1tech #BarcelonaGP

These fwings are getting interesting fast. The underside have strakes to build rotation into the inwash caused by the wing elements. A raised leading edge is followed by a closing tunnel, increasing the pressure delta under the footplate powering these strakes. This rotation likely merges dstream

Mercedes have changed the rear wing extensions Technically, they're 'rear wing rotation brackets', but will act like wing extensions for more downforce The outer extensions have been repositioned & extended at the centre of the wing, where they will be more effective #F1 #F1tech

Red Bull have retained some elements of the Monaco high downforce rear wing for the #BarcelonaGP. The forward SLM pod wing has been kept, as are the V shaped trailing edge extensions. The middle trailing edge extension has been replaced by a V shaped cut out. #F1 #F1tech

Amongst the updates for Ferrari at the #BarcelonaGP are these add ons to the reshaped m front wing endplate. The outside gains a canard, a small rear vane & a reshaped forward vane. Underneath the stepped inner footplate sees 6 new inwashing vanes. #F1 #F1tech

I can't help but think we should call Red Bull's SLM pod, the monopoly dog pod ? #F1

Red Bull have retained some elements of the Monaco high downforce rear wing for the #BarcelonaGP. The forward SLM pod wing has been kept, as are the V shaped trailing edge extensions. The middle trailing edge extension has been replaced by a V shaped cut out. #F1 #F1tech

Amongst the updates for Ferrari at the #BarcelonaGP are these add ons to the reshaped m front wing endplate. The outside gains a canard, a small rear vane & a reshaped forward vane. Underneath the stepped inner footplate sees 6 new inwashing vanes. #F1 #F1tech

Changes agreed to power units for 2027-2028 #F1 #F1tech

After a slow getaway, #MV3 confirms that the engine failed, but the hybrid allowed him to make some kind of getaway. This is a new rule added earlier this season to prevent cars stalled on the grid. #F1 #F1tech #MonacoGP @tech_motorsport Explained here... motorsport.tech/formula-1/fi...

Tyre graining is when the tyre tread slides over the track, rather than grips. With the sliding small bits of tyre rub off and sit between tyre and track, reducing grip #F1 #F1tech #MonacoGP

Parts and parameters changed in parc fermé ahead of the #MonacoGP #F1 #F1tech

It's a blurry shot, but a rare glimpse of the @FIA #F1 safety data recorder (SDR) by Marelli Sitting in the cockpit, it has its own sensors & hooks into the car's canbus network. It isn't just crash recorder, but monitors & records the cars system for FIA legality checks.

You can't park there.... Pic Spacesuit Media Craig Evans

Major changes to the bodywork around the Audi roll hoop. The side inlets are larger and there's a curious dip on the top surface below the T-camera. No other major changes are evident yet, but may be saved up for Barcelona... #F1 #F1tech #MonacoGP Pic xavier gazquez

The winglet stack above the Merc rear wing, visibly shows how the rear wing turns the airflow over the car from horizontal to near vertical behind the wing! #F1 #F1tech #MonacoGP

Interesting (not new or unique) cooling panel on McLaren Usually its an open hole in the sidepod with louver/blanking plates added. The MCL40 has louvers moulded in, then blankings added to manage cooling. This might be heavier, but creates a stiffer panel. #F1 #F1tech #MonacoGP

Here's the concept drawing for Anthony Hamilton's proposed new race series...

#F1retro Jordan Hart 193

#F1retro....

McLaren reach 1000 Grand Prix at Monaco and release a special livery. Here's what paint/vinyl is normally on the MCL40. More on the MCL40 tech coming up... #McLarenF1 #1000thGP #MonacoGP #F1

Insightful video from @cadillacteamf1.bsky.social about how they use driver in the loop (DIL) simulators. #F1 #F1tech #MonacoGP youtu.be/EpywwIuhTVU?...

That RBR pedal was Alex Albon's #AA23, turns out he's the tallest of the current drivers, hence the big feet and extended pedal face. Just need the throttle pedal now!

Some Milton Keynes pedal chronology from the Scarbsonian collection... SF3-R3-RB11, RB4, RB5, RB6. #F1 #F1Tech

On the @scarbstech.bsky.social workbench today, a Red Bull RB15 #F1 brake pedal (Verstappen, Gasly, Albon). Made in carbon fibre and weighing 209 grammes to meet the +150kg pedal force. Thread... #F1tech #F1parts

What's new, what's fixed and what's still a problem, my analysis of Mercedes at Race05... #F1 #F1tech motorsport.tech/formula-1/me...

Different days, different colour headrest foam. As the confor (memory) foam in the headrest changes with heat, the @FIA regulate different types depending on the ambient temperature. Pink is for cooler conditions up to 30°c, then blue for over 30°c. #F1 #F1tech 📸 Mercedes

Penalty for CDS not working. This is the Clutch Disengagement System, its activated by the N neutral button to allow a stalled car to be moved, even if in gear. It pulls the clutch in, rather than finds neutral. #F1 #F1tech #CanadianGP

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@alpinef1.bsky.social complete installation of new Dynisma driver simulator #F1 #F1tech www.linkedin.com/safety/go/?u...

Hidden away on the @FIAFormulaE car is the DCDC. There's no alternator, so voltage from the 900v battery is stepped down to 12v 24v 48v. Powering the powertrain pumps, BBW, ECU and general electrical systems. All the 5v sensors are powered by the ECU. @ABBgroupnews

Heroes #MonacoEprix

Robust wheels and bodywork, plus steel inner suspension arms. Formula E cars are designed for tough racing inbetween the barriers. #MonacoEprix

Monaco baby #MonacoEprix

Max and Isaac to wear Crocs in future #F1 races? There's even a halo to protect the navicular 😆 @redbullracingf1.bsky.social #SpeedMode

A couple of lovely #F1retro shots from Detroit and Long Beach 1983 found on facebook. McLaren MP4/1 TAG turbo stripped, the size of that fuel tank! Williams FW08 Cosworth, note gear lever and exposed coilovers. #F1 #F1tech facebook.com/share/p/1CvRnu…

At @scarbstech.bsky.social we're cleaning up the workbench. There's two BAR #F1 gearboxes up for sale. Both with cast aluminium cases and gear clusters (no diff no hydraulics). 1: BAR 003 2001 Honda V10 (Villeneuve, Panis) 2 BAR 006 2004 Honda V10 (Button, Sato) Serious buyers pls message me

Ferrari's visible updates from Monza test... 📸 as per watermark #D1 #F1tech #MiamiGP

I just noticed @Carlossainz55 switched to a Stilo ST6 helmet early on in testing this year. Having been with Bell since 2022. #VB77 & #LS18 are the other Stilo contracted drivers @williamsf1team.bsky.social #CS55

Good to see @Bridgestone back in top motorsport. As @FIAFormulaE #Gen4 goes to grippier grooved slicks, with a fully grooved tyre for wet conditions. #FEtech

Looking closer at the #Gen4 @FIAFormulaE car. The pods behind the front wheel hide what looks very similar to 2022 F1 floor (red) and sidepod inlet (yellow)

Also new for @FIAWEC are the LED light panels. The matrix now shows car position, remaining energy for the stint in the 'virtual tank' and the pitstop stationary time. The panel has 720 multicolour LEDs, is flexible & driven of the ECU via canbus. #WECtech #Imola6h @fia

The @FIAWEC kicks off today with the #Imola6h. @Michelin_Sport bring their new tyres for the #LMH category. Made with 50% recyclables. The 'tread' pattern is superficial #WECtech