with regard to flywheel kers, you are correct in saying batteries are a heavier option but the flywheel tech is more complex when it comes to design, safety and ensuring the flywheel is balanced so you dont get centerfugal forces when the car changes direction, i believe williams are combining the flywheel with the motor generator, this makes it even more compact and keeps down on weight. i dont think the kers should be limits to one push per lap but use it as much as the tech will allow.
@kingjimsixsix5 - Excellent comment mate re: centrifugal force, I'd not thought of having to manage that. It's a tricky one for the engineers to get right. Personally, I'd rather it be done away with but no-one ever listens to me (probably with good reason!)
@F1Podcast cheers max, well i did my engineering masters thesis on kinetic energy recover systems so i have a soft spot for them. i think if the teams are not limited in their use then they will exploit the technology to its maximum potential and push it forward, making KERS of more benefit for road cars. it should not be a gimmick on the f1 car "push to pass" but compliment the power from the engine, if that was the case then i think you would be more for KERS in F1.
@kingjimsixsix5 - you're right, I would be more in favour if KERS wasn't 'push to pass'. Technology wise, it's very clever and I see great benefits in a commercial respect. In F1 terms, I see it as artificial and a sad indictment on the design of many circuits whereby the constructors are held responsible for a track's shortcomings. Same goes for moveable rear wings. Just my opinion.
@scotty12012 - Cheers Scotty. Been wearing it to bed.... missus isn't to happy when I go to kiss her goodnight though. Oh well, she'll get used to it :)
Yeah I am loving that Williams gearbox as well. Looking forward to seeing Williams launch its livery tomorrow on their website. From what I have heard Williams are quietly confident.
Don't forget that Webber showed last year how well he can nurse even a soft compound tire. Awesome helmet btw. Are you gonna wear it when you race F1 2010? : )
Williams looks the same? from the front maybe, but its the rear end package thats aggressive, i'm surprised you guys couldn't pick up on that. That rear gearbox is insane, and the angle of the driveshaft is crazy!
gday guys ....bloody hell hot hey lolz ... i used to love waching Jacques Villeneuve race the duals between him and michael schumacher were nail biters i miss him actually ... the helmet well i nv u soo much i want one as well but its a bit rich for me atm ...anyhow great commitment guy in the heat cheers....
I'm glad that the ridiculous two bumps near the front suspension arms are gone. Looked hideous. The noses are now a lot more sleek than last year. But that's practically the only difference, lol.
@DRF71N - that's because you're a legend and have excellent taste! Tell your wife/ girlfriend to take you out to dinner to celebrate your awesomeness;)
Go Mclaren! :(
jraybay 11 months ago
SHOULD HAVE CUT AND WAITED FOR THE WHIRLY BIRD?
rockhound694u 11 months ago
with regard to flywheel kers, you are correct in saying batteries are a heavier option but the flywheel tech is more complex when it comes to design, safety and ensuring the flywheel is balanced so you dont get centerfugal forces when the car changes direction, i believe williams are combining the flywheel with the motor generator, this makes it even more compact and keeps down on weight. i dont think the kers should be limits to one push per lap but use it as much as the tech will allow.
kingjimsixsix5 1 year ago
@kingjimsixsix5 - Excellent comment mate re: centrifugal force, I'd not thought of having to manage that. It's a tricky one for the engineers to get right. Personally, I'd rather it be done away with but no-one ever listens to me (probably with good reason!)
Max
F1Podcast 1 year ago
@F1Podcast cheers max, well i did my engineering masters thesis on kinetic energy recover systems so i have a soft spot for them. i think if the teams are not limited in their use then they will exploit the technology to its maximum potential and push it forward, making KERS of more benefit for road cars. it should not be a gimmick on the f1 car "push to pass" but compliment the power from the engine, if that was the case then i think you would be more for KERS in F1.
kingjimsixsix5 1 year ago
@kingjimsixsix5 - you're right, I would be more in favour if KERS wasn't 'push to pass'. Technology wise, it's very clever and I see great benefits in a commercial respect. In F1 terms, I see it as artificial and a sad indictment on the design of many circuits whereby the constructors are held responsible for a track's shortcomings. Same goes for moveable rear wings. Just my opinion.
Max
F1Podcast 1 year ago
great helmet max hope you enjoy it
scotty12012 1 year ago
@scotty12012 - Cheers Scotty. Been wearing it to bed.... missus isn't to happy when I go to kiss her goodnight though. Oh well, she'll get used to it :)
Max
F1Podcast 1 year ago
Can't wait for the next one. Nice helmet there Max.
jeevesosiris 1 year ago
@jeevesosiris - Why thank you young man!
Max
F1Podcast 1 year ago
Nice helmet
mhossell02 1 year ago
Yes, design-wise that McLaren is a work of art, truly.
StevenJeNova 1 year ago
Yeah I am loving that Williams gearbox as well. Looking forward to seeing Williams launch its livery tomorrow on their website. From what I have heard Williams are quietly confident.
hand3404 1 year ago
Don't forget that Webber showed last year how well he can nurse even a soft compound tire. Awesome helmet btw. Are you gonna wear it when you race F1 2010? : )
Garrison64 1 year ago
@Garrison64 - Has Pinocchio got a wooden dick?! Damn right I'll be wearing it!!!!
Max
F1Podcast 1 year ago
@F1Podcast ha ha I would too. It looks awesome.
Garrison64 1 year ago
@F1Podcast LMAO. Ur subs DESERVE a little video of that. LOL
jerryjoe88 1 year ago
Williams looks the same? from the front maybe, but its the rear end package thats aggressive, i'm surprised you guys couldn't pick up on that. That rear gearbox is insane, and the angle of the driveshaft is crazy!
Darkwalker1990 1 year ago
@Darkwalker1990 - yep, good point. Lets hope Rubens can exploit it to it's full potential. I'm really hoping Williams shake things up this year.
Max
F1Podcast 1 year ago
@F1Podcast yup, I'm hoping for a few podiums and if a bit of luck is on their side, a win.
Darkwalker1990 1 year ago
Nice helmet Max. Considering a no design F1 Arai helmet starts at around $5000US. $500US is a steal for the quality of Fanstore replica helmets.
Wish we could buy replicas of Villeneuve's wife, Johanna. oh oh oh!
jerryjoe88 1 year ago
@jerryjoe88 - I'd like a replica of Jacques bank account. (Pep)
F1Podcast 1 year ago
@jerryjoe88 - I'm hearin' you brother...grrrrrrrrrrrrr
Max
F1Podcast 1 year ago
Great to see the podcast boys in HD! Next step - 1080p!
Great 'cast. Informative as always. Hopefully we don't have to wait as long for the next one!
Keep up the good work!
PlanetF1dotcom 1 year ago
Webber can use his tires too remember Budapest last year
Forzascuderiaf1 1 year ago
nice lid Max. I got my Prost one from those guys. Ebay and alcohol - a wonderful thing.
beeDUB75 1 year ago
@beeDUB75 - I'm hearing you brother! Post us a shot of your Prost bucket.
Max
F1Podcast 1 year ago
gday guys ....bloody hell hot hey lolz ... i used to love waching Jacques Villeneuve race the duals between him and michael schumacher were nail biters i miss him actually ... the helmet well i nv u soo much i want one as well but its a bit rich for me atm ...anyhow great commitment guy in the heat cheers....
bullzye01 1 year ago
@bullzye01 - you were a bloody legend when we met you... Good to see nothing's changed!!!
Max
F1Podcast 1 year ago
I'm glad that the ridiculous two bumps near the front suspension arms are gone. Looked hideous. The noses are now a lot more sleek than last year. But that's practically the only difference, lol.
FormulaOneFan4Eva 1 year ago
lol pep looks very Jet lagged
CrossfireVentSAS 1 year ago
@CrossfireVentSAS - indeed. If only I'd been on a plane ... :-) Pep.
F1Podcast 1 year ago
looking forward to part 3 :)
MrBv256 1 year ago
Love the new helmet Max!
DRF71N 1 year ago
@DRF71N - that's because you're a legend and have excellent taste! Tell your wife/ girlfriend to take you out to dinner to celebrate your awesomeness;)
Max
F1Podcast 1 year ago