Valve springs are highly stressed and subject to cyclic loading. Their reliability is critical and it is therefore essential that they are well designed as Tom Sharp explains
engine
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Porsche has a long history of synchromesh racing gearboxes; now it has embraced conventional competition technology for its Prototype and GT racers. Ian Bamsey asked, why and how?
power train >> clutches
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Ian Bamsey considers the technology of spark plugs and injectors for contemporary racing engines
electricity / electronics
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engine >> ignition systems
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Prototype racing is set to embrace production-based engine technology once more. If this is a ploy to encourage GT foes GM and Aston Martin to step up and challenge for outright honours at Le Mans it already looks to be succeeding. Hot on the heels of the announcement of new, GT engine-friendly Le Mans Prototype regulations came announcement of a factorysupported Lola-Aston Martin LMP1 coupe.
engine >> engine manufacturers
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Ian Bamsey assesses the state of the Grand Prix art in a season characterised by the introduction of not only a spec tyre but also a 19,000 rpm rev limit and a frozen engine specification.
power train
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building of race cars
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chassis
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The Repsol-Mitsubishi won the 28th Dakar 2006/07 for the 12th time. CRP Technology delivered parts for the suspension and describe their improvements compared to the 2006 model.
chassis >> building of chassis
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Ian Bamsey investigates the Stack-developed scrutineering system that ensures competitors conform to the ACO.
Data acquisition / Data transfer >> telemetry
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The University of Queensland's new Formula SAE challenger features a 'solid spool' rather than a conventional differential and will feature at this year's Formula Student contest. How does it go? Pat Clarke found out.