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How Aston Martin plans to rebound after F1 20
The performance of Aston Martin in the early part of the 2023 season declined significantly, so their success in the upcoming season will depend on their ability to analyze, recover, and build upon the lost performance from last year. Aston Martin has taken inspiration from Red Bull’s sidepod design, particularly the inlet design, and incorporated a more extreme version into their AMR24’s sidepod. The sidepod features an elongated lower lip, which not only enhances the sidepod’s undercut but also provides protection for the air entering the inlet from the turbulent wake caused by the tire in front. The sidepod design has been optimized to maximize its aerodynamic connection with the floor and ancillary components. Aston Martin made the switch from a pull-rod to a push-rod suspension layout, forced by their supplier Mercedes, which requires reconfiguring the exhaust and cooling systems. The engine cover outlet and bodywork leading to it have been altered compared to the previous season, with additional gullies created for better flow control. Despite the trade-offs, the push-rod suspension layout offers some aerodynamic advantages, including a clearer passage above the floor and more viable geometries within the diffuser region.
