Aug 11, 2017 · The largest physical change to IndyCar's new 2018 bodywork is found with reprofiled and reimagined sidepods. The concept employed for 2018 runs counter to everything that has been used on the Dallara DW12 from its introduction in 2012 through the current installation of custom aero kits manufactured...

Feb 19, 2013 · The Side Impact Structures, which are mandatory for the 19-race 2013 season, are bolted to the sides of the cockpit at driver’s shoulder height and fit inside the bodywork. They are not visible outside of the car and have no aerodynamic effect.

Apr 13, 2013 · SIDE POD:Also included in the chassis is the side pod, the bodywork on the side of the car covering the oil cooler (6), engine control unit (21) and water radiator (22). The side pod and its components aid in engine cooling, car aerodynamics and driver protection in case of …

Construction: Monocoque contains cockpit, aeroscreen, aeroscreen frame, fuel cell and front suspension; engine is stressed (integral) member of chassis; rear assembly contains bellhousing with hybrid power unit, gearbox and rear suspension members. Materials: Carbon fiber, Kevlar and other composites.

Even while on the move, the driver can alter the anti-roll bar settings with a lever to their left side in the cockpit as well as adjusting the weight distribution via adjustable spring mounts, achieved via steering buttons.

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Aug 9, 2011 · Now the definitive car has hit the track at Mid-Ohio we take a look at the design and the response of teams. The two concept cars shown at Indy were built up around real 2012 monocoques, or as they are described by Indycar ‘the safety cells’.

The largest physical change to IndyCar's new 2018 bodywork is found with reprofiled and reimagined sidepods. The concept employed for 2018 runs counter to everything that has been used on the...

May 29, 2021 · You can have one strake either side of the centre of the car, and these help speed up airflow under the car, creating a greater variance in pressure between under the car and above, effectively kicking energised air out of the back and sucking the car closer to the ground.

May 22, 2022 · In order to not lose speed by adjusting the wheel a tad, they just go straight ahead, which is to the middle of the straight. The higher the angle of the curve, the more the cars get pushed towards the middle of the straight. In addition to what has been said, it's also due to …