2008 Formula One Spanish Grand Prix

[KFA-R]

hmmm ditto with the Ferrari win...

it really is a non event when they go to spain... sorry but it is about as interesting as my IT assignment i should be doing now :P

by the way... i had better just through this in there... GO WEBBER!!! for all those who doubt his ability that gives some kind of justice back... very happy

also... i must give credit to your reporting Jack! i look forward to it every event it is so informative and non bias and... well... just plain good mate! keep up the good work!

[kigango123]

Hamilton is falling way behind in practice, hope he catches up in qualifing. Too late he never had a chance!

[faksta]

Does F2008's nose hole have something to deal with lala-(ground-effect)-lala? It's principle is very close to Venturi's tube, at least judging by what I know about it...

[Wouter Melissen]

Originally Posted by faksta

Does F2008's nose hole have something to deal with lala-(ground-effect)-lala? It's principle is very close to Venturi's tube, at least judging by what I know about it...

I would assume it creates low pressure under the nose.

[dydzi]

Originally Posted by Wouter Melissen

I would assume it creates low pressure under the nose.

it exploits the high pressure generated there, improving air flow in the centre part of the front. thus it improves traction, reducing fuel consumption and mechanical wear

[Jack_Bauer]

There is a short article on the f1technical.net development blog that shows what it's for, with a little illustration.

Ferrari revolutionises nose with air channel - F1technical.net

BMW already have their own version of the system being trialled in their windtunnels, and I would imagine most teams that could afford the time and resources will be doing exactly the same.

How dramatic an effect it actually has is up for debate though, as Ferrari themselves have indicated that the "holey nose" may not be used at all circuits due to being unsuitable for certain set-ups.

[faksta]

The official F1 site contains some info, too, I know. But it also generates some downforce on a car, so shouldn't it be classified as some kind of ground-effect?

[RacingManiac]

Originally Posted by faksta

The official F1 site contains some info, too, I know. But it also generates some downforce on a car, so shouldn't it be classified as some kind of ground-effect?

Ground effect only happens when something interacts with ground plane, this is just alleviating the high pressure buildup under the nose cone.....

[faksta]

Well, I'm not a specialist, that's why I asked. Thanks for explanation