P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Exploring the latest F1 car revamps at AlphaTauri and Alpine
The new bodywork on the car continues to use the downwash ramp concept that has been employed since the start of this regulatory era. However, it also incorporates ideas from other teams on the grid, as well as its own unique modifications. The rearward swept inlet now features a more pronounced swage line and drop off section on the upper surface. There is also a larger undercut and the bodywork beneath the main sidepod tapers outwards to accommodate internal components. The rear upper portion of the sidepod has a more pronounced hunch, which mimics the effect of gulleys seen on other cars. Additionally, there have been changes to the engine cover bodywork, including increased size of the cooling outlets and modifications to the suspension fairings. The rear brake duct inlet and outlet have also been altered to improve flow to the upper winglet cascade. Furthermore, modifications have been made to the diffuser, with changes to the sidewall mouse house cutout. Alpine has introduced revised sidepod bodywork and a new mirror assembly. The sidepod inlet now has a lower leading edge that protrudes more than the upper edge, similar to Red Bull’s design. The shape and size of the undercut have been adjusted, and a swage line and drop off have been added to the upper surface of the sidepod bodywork. The wing mirror has an aggressive design profile, with large vortex generators mounted on top. Changes have also been made to the front wing metalwork and bracketry to ensure proper pivoting and structural connection between sections. Overall, the modifications aim to enhance aerodynamic performance.
Source: motorsport
