Unveiling the Ultimate Stability: F1’s Battle Against Flexi-Wings at the Spanish GP

Starting from this weekend’s Spanish Grand Prix, the testing regime for Formula 1 car front wings will be intensified to limit allowable flex under load. According to Article 3.15.4 of F1’s technical regulations, the maximum deflection permitted for front wing flap areas will be reduced from 15mm to 10mm. Teams have been exploring aero-elasticity in car designs since the 1990s, utilizing controlled flex to potentially enhance performance and speed. Advances in materials science, like carbon-fiber composites, have enabled teams to optimize strength, weight, and predictable flex in components. The focus…

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