Lil_Sol Posted October 25, 2005 Share Posted October 25, 2005 Pics Below---->> http://www.fia.com/mediacentre/Press_Releases/FIA_Sport/2005/October/241005-01.html THE CDG WING 24.10.2005 * * * * The FIA consultation on the future of Formula One clearly demonstrated that the vast majority of the viewing public (94% according to the FIA/AMD survey) want more overtaking. This is at a time when overtaking in Formula One has become increasingly difficult. Most aerodynamic research aims to improve a car’s performance when running in what is known as ‘clean’ air which has not been disturbed by the wake of a car running in front. However, in race conditions when cars follow each other closely, the wake of the car in front significantly reduces the aerodynamic performance of the following car, making overtaking extremely difficult and often impossible. As a general rule, the better the aerodynamic performance of a car on its own, the worse its effect on the car behind and the greater the loss of performance for that car. In order to encourage overtaking, the FIA initiated a programme of research into improving the aerodynamic performance of a car when trying to overtake.* The objective was to produce regulations for a car shape which would create a wake in which a following car would generate more downforce with reduced drag. With the help of the FIA’s technology partner AMD, the FIA’s research team have reached a preliminary conclusion which the FIA is now able to publish. The CDG Wing (Centreline Downwash Generating Wing) will be presented to the Formula One Commission meeting in London today (October 24).* It is intended that the CDG Wing, together with wider wheels and slick tyres, will form part of the 2008 FIA Formula One Technical Regulations. With the support and collaboration of the teams it may be possible to introduce these changes as early as 2007. Max Mosley, FIA President said, “This new research* is important for the future of Formula One. By introducing the CDG wing we can give motor sport fans exactly what they have asked for, wheel-to-wheel racing with much more overtaking. ”It is our hope that the teams will collaborate with us in the optimisation of this radical new idea so that the aerodynamic benefits can be introduced into Formula One in 2007 rather than having to wait until 2008.” * Henri Richard, AMD Executive Vice President said, "It’s clear the FIA has listened to the feedback of its key constituents - F1 fans around the world - and has taken a bold, innovative approach to improving overtaking and therefore creating a more exciting race experience. AMD is committed to encouraging innovation and creativity and to helping the world's leading organizations take advantage of the phenomenal impact of our technology." The Car With the New wing HERE The Aerodynamics/ Airflow HERE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
intercede007 Posted October 25, 2005 Share Posted October 25, 2005 Wow. Finally getting rid of the ridiculously twitchy grooved tyres. I've been waiting patiently since 1998 for Bernie and Max to come back to reality EDIT: Ohh..and that other aerodynamic stuff? SUPER COOL!! Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cartman Posted October 26, 2005 Share Posted October 26, 2005 It's good to see Bernie and Max come up with something good, for once. ...and get rid of the one lap qualifying and 1 tyre per race! If they could change tyre, I believe that drivers would be much more aggressive. Congrats to Fernando Alaonso and Renault! Can't wait for the 2006 season! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotty Posted October 26, 2005 Share Posted October 26, 2005 Wow, can it get any uglier. Why can't we go back to the late 80's/early 90's where there were plenty of passing and plenty of technological advances. Plus the cars look unique and very appealing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wukindada Posted October 26, 2005 Share Posted October 26, 2005 How long until we see THE WINGs being sported around on the SRT4....Civic....Accord...Jettas...OH & the worst offender lately Cobalt SS & Saturn Redline:lol: Toyota 6EATS .........SUCK!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TSiWRX Posted October 26, 2005 Share Posted October 26, 2005 ^ There's already one out there.... Albeit not really "Rice," per-se http://www.ana.sudani.co.uk/images/zonda.jpg OMFG! CF - teh ric3! OMG! Split tail - teh ric3! <-- I love Winky, my "periwinkle" (ABP) LGT! - Allen / Usual Suspect "DumboRAT" / One of the Three Stooges '16 Outback, '16 WRX, 7th Subaru Family Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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TSiWRX Posted October 26, 2005 Share Posted October 26, 2005 So, with the Zonda's split-wing, I *should* now be able to easily pass it with my LGT, right? ------ All kidding aside, although I do appreciate - tremendously - the technology of F1, I think it's about time that we turn the races back over to the drivers. <-- I love Winky, my "periwinkle" (ABP) LGT! - Allen / Usual Suspect "DumboRAT" / One of the Three Stooges '16 Outback, '16 WRX, 7th Subaru Family Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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