scholarly journals Spectral/hp element simulation of flow past a Formula One front wing: Validation against experiments

2022 ◽  
Vol 221 ◽  
pp. 104832
Author(s):  
Filipe F. Buscariolo ◽  
Julien Hoessler ◽  
David Moxey ◽  
Ayad Jassim ◽  
Kevin Gouder ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Formula One ◽  
Flow Past ◽  
Element Simulation ◽  
Front Wing

scholarly journals Aerodynamic and Structural Design of a 2022 Formula One Front Wing Assembly

Fluids ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (4) ◽  
pp. 237 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xabier Castro ◽  
Zeeshan A. Rana
Keyword(s):  
Structural Design ◽  
High Performance ◽  
Stokes Equations ◽  
Structural Parameters ◽  
Superposition Principle ◽  
Structural Behaviour ◽  
Finite Elements Analysis ◽  
Maximum Deformation ◽  
Formula One ◽  
Front Wing

The aerodynamic loads generated in a wing are critical in its structural design. When multi-element wings with wingtip devices are selected, it is essential to identify and to quantify their structural behaviour to avoid undesirable deformations which degrade the aerodynamic performance. This research investigates these questions using numerical methods (Computational Fluid Dynamics and Finite Elements Analysis), employing exhaustive validation methods to ensure the accuracy of the results and to assess their uncertainty. Firstly, a thorough investigation of four baseline configurations is carried out, employing Reynolds Averaged Navier–Stokes equations and the k-ω SST (Shear Stress Transport) turbulence model to analyse and quantify the most important aerodynamic and structural parameters. Several structural configurations are analysed, including different materials (metal alloys and two designed fibre-reinforced composites). A 2022 front wing is designed based on a bidimensional three-element wing adapted to the 2022 FIA Formula One regulations and its structural components are selected based on a sensitivity analysis of the previous results. The outcome is a high-rigidity-weight wing which satisfies the technical regulations and lies under the maximum deformation established before the analysis. Additionally, the superposition principle is proven to be an excellent method to carry out high-performance structural designs.

scholarly journals The Influence of Front Wing Pressure Distribution on Wheel Wake Aerodynamics of a F1 Car

Energies ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (15) ◽  
pp. 4421
Author(s):  
Daniel Martins ◽  
João Correia ◽  
André Silva
Keyword(s):  
Pressure Distribution ◽  
Vortex Breakdown ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Vertical Plane ◽  
Ground Effect ◽  
Separation Point ◽  
Detached Eddy Simulation ◽  
Formula One ◽  
Computational Fluid Dynamics Analysis ◽  
Front Wing

The present study focuses on investigating the aerodynamic interaction between a three-element wing and wheel in ground effect, following the Formula One regulation change set for 2022, among which is the simplification of the front wing. This was accomplished by conducting a three-dimensional computational fluid dynamics analysis, using a Detached-Eddy Simulation approach, on a simplified one-quarter model of a Formula One racing car. The main goal was to examine how changing the front wing pressure distribution, by changing the incidence of the second flap, affected the wheel wake. The flow investigation indicated that the wheel wake is influenced by the flap configuration, which is mainly due to the fact that different flap configurations produce different upwash flow fields, leading to a variation of the separation point on top of the tire. As the separation point moves rearwards, the downwash generated in the central region (for a vertical plane) of the wheel wake increases incrementally, leading to a resultant wake that is shorter and further apart. The force investigation showed that the proximity between the region of instability (i.e., vortex breakdown) and the wing’s trailing edge influences the behavior of the transient oscillations, regarding the forces acting on the wing: detecting higher drag force fluctuations, when compared to downforce fluctuations.

Analysis of magnetic force and dynamic characteristic for non-contact permanent magnet linear drive device

2020 ◽  
Vol 64 (1-4) ◽  
pp. 1337-1345
Author(s):  
Chuan Zhao ◽  
Feng Sun ◽  
Junjie Jin ◽  
Mingwei Bo ◽  
Fangchao Xu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Permanent Magnet ◽  
Dynamic Characteristic ◽  
Driving Force ◽  
Magnetic Circuit ◽  
Response Speed ◽  
Computation Method ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Element Simulation ◽  
The Relationship

This paper proposes a computation method using the equivalent magnetic circuit to analyze the driving force for the non-contact permanent magnet linear drive system. In this device, the magnetic driving force is related to the rotation angle of driving wheels. The relationship is verified by finite element analysis and measuring experiments. The result of finite element simulation is in good agreement with the model established by the equivalent magnetic circuit. Then experiments of displacement control are carried out to test the dynamic characteristic of this system. The controller of the system adopts the combination control of displacement and angle. The results indicate that the system has good performance in steady-state error and response speed, while the maximum overshoot needs to be reduced.

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