F1: Technical Analysis - Spyker F8-VII

Rory Phoulorie · Zorce Jedi Knight Joined: 26 Jan 2007 Posts: 1698

These represent the most noticeable change on the new Spyker over its predecessor. Like most other teams, Spyker have opted to taper the sidepods at the bottom, in an effort to improve overall aerodynamic efficiency by reducing drag and by increasing the quality and quantity of airflow directed towards the bottom and rear of the car. The change can be seen most clearly in profile, the bottom edge of the sidepod (right arrow) markedly narrower than the top. As a result, the radiator inlets sport vertical sections (left arrow), feeding air to radiators inclined on their vertical axis.

http://www.formula1.com/insight/technical_analysis/race/2007/0/375.html

Though it won't necessarily be fitted for March's Australian Grand Prix, there's currently an interesting addition to the F8-VII's rear wing - a vertical fin (arrow) in the middle of the main profile and flap. This has a double purpose. Firstly, it keeps the main profile and the flap rigid. Secondly - and arguably more importantly - it acts as a sort of turning vane, splitting the airflow that hits the main profile and flap in two, reducing the drag generated by these elements. It also creates a depression of negative pressure, which in turn will increase the speed of the airflow exiting the rear wing and improve the extraction of air from the rear diffuser.

http://www.formula1.com/insight/technical_analysis/race/2007/0/375.html

Plex · Posted: Mon Feb 26, 2007 5:29 pm Post subject:

Sweet..Some how my eyes are on this car..

Rory Phoulorie · Zorce Jedi Knight Joined: 26 Jan 2007 Posts: 1698

Plex · Posted: Mon Feb 26, 2007 5:45 pm Post subject:

So i have read...i would like to see Spyker run...Looking forward to when F1 is on TV....

Rory Phoulorie · Zorce Jedi Knight Joined: 26 Jan 2007 Posts: 1698

Technical Analysis - Grand Prix - Malaysia

Spyker F8-VII - revised sidepod winglets

Spyker introduced a major aero upgrade in Malaysia. There are several radical changes, many to the rear of the sidepod profile, but also some at the front, where the winglets (red arrow) are now longer than before, with their lower profile curving inwards to connect to the sidepod itself. This allows them to better split the airflow in this area close to the sidepod air inlets. This is turn improves cooling capabilities, which is paramount to engine reliability, especially in the intense heat at Sepang.

http://www.formula1.com/race/technical_analysis/771/400.html

Plex · Posted: Sat Apr 07, 2007 3:54 pm Post subject:

More changes.. Shocked

Rory Phoulorie · Zorce Jedi Knight Joined: 26 Jan 2007 Posts: 1698

Plex · Posted: Sat Apr 07, 2007 3:58 pm Post subject:

It appears so..