Tag Archive for: Motorsport

Skin friction coefficient

Turbulent flow and boundary layer in Racing cars

An introductory lesson about turbulent and laminar flow. Which is the distinction and the advantages? The Navier-Stokes equations await!
Tyre explanation Motorsport

Why race car use tyre nitrogen inflation | Boost F1 Tech

Tyres are a key factor for grip, safety and pollution. But why is nitrogen inflation so common in race cars? The benefints of nitrogen inflation.
Lesson 2

How lift and drag force are generated in Racing cars

The concept of lift and drag force are essential in Motorsport. How are lift and drag force generated? Definition and mathematical explanation.
Aerodynamic devices

Which are the most important aerodynamic coefficients? | F1

Which are the main aerodynamic coefficient in racing? Lift and drag coefficient explained and their use in race engineering.