Online Module: Vehicle Dynamics Part 1 - 17 September 2022
Understand the theory behind vehicle dynamics and unlock the key to optimising racecar performance.
Martin Owen
Jack Seddon
James Knapton
Session 1 – Global racecar performance
Delivered by James Knapton, Chief Engineer - Performance
Find out what areas of a racecar influence lap time the most and how this differs between tracks. Understand the types of corners where the most lap time can be gained and the effect of tyres, aerodynamics and power on car performance.
Session 2 - Aerodynamics
Delivered by Martin Owen, Aston Martin Cognizant Formula 1 Team, Principal Aerodynamicist
Discover the importance of ride height and how engineers use ride height envelopes and aero maps to optimise car set-up for different circuits.
Session 3 - Tyres
Delivered by Jack Seddon, Trackside Engineer, Goodyear
Insight into how a tyre generates grip through the contact patch, the different types of degradation and the effect of track roughness. You will also learn the latest techniques race teams use to set the tyres up and manage temperatures and pressures to maximise grip.
Session 4 - Suspension
Delivered by Rob Sharp, Vehicle Dynamics Engineer, Multimatic
An explanation of the main components that make up the suspension such as dampers, springs and tyres as well as the pros and cons of the different types of suspension geometries used in motorsport. Camber gain and camber thrust will also be explained along with suspension set-up procedures and the importance of kinematics and compliance.
Q&A sessions
There will be two live Q&A sessions with tutors and special guests where you will get the opportunity to ask technical questions as well as get the latest career tips and advice.
Assignments
Throughout each session there will be a variety of interactive polls and exercises to get you practising your skills. Our tutors will also set several assignments to help you develop your knowledge and skills further.