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F1 Japanese GP: Tech images from the pitlane explained
There is a comparison between the two front wing specifications available to Alpine in Japan, with the newer one showing significant differences in shape and flap design, including semi-detached flap tips at the endplate juncture.
The McLaren MCL38 is presented with mechanics preparing the car, showcasing the floor off to reveal floor fences and the leading edge of the floor.
Under the covers of the Mercedes W15, the power unit and ancillaries packaging details are revealed, along with metal stays within the sidepod’s bodywork to reduce floor flexion.
A detailed look at the McLaren MCL38 chassis and bodywork blister interface with the floor and rear leg of the upper wishbone is provided for airflow management.
Extreme detail work is evident on the Aston Martin AMR24, particularly around the fixture point on the rear leg of the upper wishbone, with a thin, aggressively swept tail section mating with the bodywork panel.
Aston Martin introduces new floor and sidepod bodywork in Japan, featuring a descending swage line at the sidepod’s front corner, a twisted edge wing, and no cut-out at the rear of the floor, with a tapered tail section to the edge wing.
Red Bull Racing highlights include a new upper intake beside the halo’s rear leg, an additional vertical baffle wing on the wing mirror assembly, and a front brake end fence with a smaller cooling inlet.
The VCARB01, from the RB F1 Team, showcases a new floor design in Japan with revised floor fences and adjustments to the edge wing and floor’s edge.
The rear end of the Alpine A524 focuses on a shorter lower rear brake deflector being utilized.
Lastly, the Williams FW46 presents a detailed view of the new diveplane and semi-detached endplate and flap tip.
