There are critical engine optimization requirements that make the design technical
There are critical engine optimization requirements that make the design technical. First, engineers must achieve higher volumetric efficiency. They can achieve such optimization because of significantly higher intake manifolds. The turbo chargers used in Formula One cars can exceed the 100% volumetric efficiency found in normal cars. Second, Formula One cars have optimized thermal efficiency. The design of the “chamber, ignition timing, thermal coatings, plug location and chamber design all affect the thermal efficiencyâ€Â (Groote, “Formula One engines†par. 10). Third, engineers have enhanced mechanical efficiency in Formula One cars. Designers account for rocker and bearing frictions, piston skirt area and other movable components of the car. They restrict internal engine friction to enhance power production.
The exhaust in Formula One cars is also designed to ensure maximum efficiency. For instance, its length matches horsepower requirements. Moreover, it can withstand extreme temperatures of over 12000C.
Most Formula One car engines have three various methods of engine designs with regard to the position of the cylinder. Inline engines are no longer used in Formula One cars because they are longer and need heavy crankshaft. Boxer engines have cylinders that are placed opposite each other. They are the best approaches for building car engines. Finally, V-type engines are the most common in today’s Formula One cars. The regulatory authority allows engines to be placed at 900 in V8 models. V-types engines are difficult to build and require careful consideration because of possible combustion issues. Therefore, its basic balance at the right angle is mandatory.
Crankshaft design depends on the type of the engine on a Formula One car. A complex engine design like the V8 requires equally different crankshaft design.
Formula One cars could have low thermal efficiency and therefore require an effective method of cooling internal combustion engines. While Formula One cars have similar cooling systems like ordinary cars, the spacing and aerodynamic requirements for racing cars have totally different positions (Groote, “Formula One engines†par. 10).
