F1 Aerodynamics Online Module

Saturday 10 July 2021 - 11:00-18:00 (BST)

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Instructor(s)

Aerodynamics Specialist - Sauber Technologies

Willem Toet

Willem Toet is a renowned aerodynamicist who has headed aero departments of 4 F1 teams including Ferarri and most recently Sauber. With over 30 years' experience in F1, Willem not only knows all the aerodynamic tricks used in racing but he's pioneered them too!

Head of F1 Technical Audit - FIA

Dominic Harlow

Dominic is part of the engineering team at the FIA who are developing F1 regulations. He has also worked for BMW in DTM, Williams F1 and Force India as well as other leading Race Engineering roles.

Aerodynamicist - Williams Racing F1

Jack Chilvers

Jack began his F1 career at Renault as a Graduate Aerodynamicist and by 2017 became an Aerodynamicist where he focused on the front corner of the car. In 2019 Jack switched to his current role at Williams Racing.

F1 Aerodynamics Module Programme

Session 1: Aerodynamic fundamentals

  • Understand how air molecules behave and interact with each other to generate downforce and drag
  • Learn about Reynolds number, Bernoulli principle, Strouhal number, Brownian motion and much more
  • Master concepts such as ground effect, boundary layer, flow separation and how these are applied in F1


Session 2: F1 aero devices

  • Discover the theory behind F1 wings, underfloors, diffusers, bargeboards, brake ducts and much more
  • Find out how teams extract the maximum performance from these devices
  • Understand the strategies teams use to exploit brake cooling and wheel rims for aero gains


Session 3: Optimising aero performance

  • Discover the aerodynamic behaviour driver’s want during corners and the tactics teams use to achieve it
  • Get exclusive insight into how teams use CFD, wind tunnels and track testing to improve performance
  • Find out the development cycle of optimising parts and the role aerodynamicists play


Session 4: Measuring aerodynamics

  • Master how pitot tubes, pressure scanners, kiel probes, pressure rakes and other aerodynamic sensors work
  • Discover how F1 teams install these devices to minimise the impact on airflow but maximise accuracy of the measurement

Testimonials

Hear what our former attendees said about the F1 Aerodynamics module:

  • James Montgomery, UK

    "Really engaging and enjoyable. The F1 specific content put the principles into context and everyone who answered questions were very knowledgeable. The large chunk of Q&A was very useful and I'm glad a lot of time was dedicated to it. Thanks!"

  • Gabriele Gatto, Italy

    "Thank you everyone, it was a really interesting module that allowed me to learn more about F1 aerodynamics, through technical information and practical examples that I couldn't have found anywhere else."

  • Juan Carlos Ponce de Leon, USA

    "As a fan of F1 and an engineer working in the automotive industry, I found this module absolutely valuable as it creates an opportunity to meet with professionals in the sport and ultimately bridges the gap for people outside the F1 bubble. It has really fuelled my interest for looking at an opportunity in motorsports. Looking forward to the next modules!"

Pricing

This one-day module includes access to exclusive technical material, the opportunity to put forward questions to the tutors, access to the webinar recording for a limited time and a certificate of attendance.

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