Finite Element Analysis - for iPad/Mac/PC
Finite Element Analysis - for iPad/Mac/PC
The Open University
Formula 1 is the ultimate motor sport. It demands the highest level of skill from both drivers and the engineers behind the cars. So what are the secrets of good car design? How are Formula One cars engineered for maximum performance? This album takes a behind the scenes look at Red Bull Racing, a front-runner on the F1 grid. Using thrilling archive and expert testimony, the tracks explore how the techniques of Finite Element Analysis are used to optimize the performance of different elements of a Formula One racing car. The album is presented by Lara Mynors and features extensive contributions from Lewis Butler, Red Bull's senior structural analyst and Dr Ray Martin of the OU. The material is forms part of The Open University course T884 An introduction to Finite Element Analysis.
Finite element analysis in Formula 1
A short introduction to this album.
Nov 9, 2009
1 min
Transcript -- Finite element analysis in Formula 1
A short introduction to this album.
Nov 9, 2009
This is Formula 1!
How final element analysis is used to get maximum performance out of Formula 1 cars, focussing on two components: the wheel hub and the 'tub'.
Nov 9, 2009
1 min
Transcript -- This is Formula 1!
How final element analysis is used to get maximum performance out of Formula 1 cars, focussing on two components: the wheel hub and the 'tub'.
Nov 9, 2009
Component function
The first step in final element analysis is to understand precisely what a component does and how it interacts with other elements. Lewis Butler from Red Bull Racing reveals the role of the hub in F1 car design.
Nov 9, 2009
2 min
Transcript -- Component function
The first step in final element analysis is to understand precisely what a component does and how it interacts with other elements. Lewis Butler from Red Bull Racing reveals the role of the hub in F1 car design.
Nov 9, 2009
Analysing stresses and strains
The second step is to analyse the stresses and strains that the component will be subject to. Lewis Butler from Red Bull and Ray Martin from the OU explain how the hub has to be able to cope with massive external loads.
Nov 9, 2009
1 min
Transcript -- Analysing stresses and strains
The second step is to analyse the stresses and strains that the component will be subject to. Lewis Butler from Red Bull and Ray Martin from the OU explain how the hub has to be able to cope with massive external loads.
Nov 9, 2009
Boundary conditions
The third step is to consider the wheel hub's boundary conditions and how these interact with the external stresses on the wheel hub.
Nov 9, 2009
1 min
Transcript -- Boundary conditions
The third step is to consider the wheel hub's boundary conditions and how these interact with the external stresses on the wheel hub.
Nov 9, 2009
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