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Ferrari's F60 The 2009 F1
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The F60 is the fifty fifth
single-seater built by Ferrari specifically to compete
in the Formula 1 World Championship. The name of the car
was chosen to celebrate the Scuderia's participation in
all 60 editions of the Formula 1 World Championship
since 1950 to date.
The project, which goes by the internal code name of
660, represents the Scuderia's interpretation of the
regulations that come into force this year, which
include very many new elements. As far as the
aerodynamics are concerned, these modifications are the
result of the work carried out by the OWG (Overtaking
Working Group,) set up by the FIA in collaboration with
the teams to produce a set of rules aimed at encouraging
more overtaking on track: the front wing, which has a
neutral central profile, common to all, is developed
mainly on its side elements and is much wider than in
the past: the bodywork can no longer carry the slotted
apertures that had characterised the Ferrari cars over
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Other aerodynamic devices
are also significantly reduced; the rear wing is higher
and narrower than in the past; the diffuser has been
moved rearward. The combination of changes naturally led
the initial design phase down radically different routes
when it came to the side pods and protection components:
the apertures have been reduced in size and moved
rearward, while the upper and rear elements are larger
to aid the exit of air.
The new rules regarding aerodynamics have also led to
modifications to the suspension, as these elements can
no longer be enclosed to the same extent. The suspension
system and the whole layout of the car have been
redesigned in the light of the new rules in order to
achieve the correct weight distribution. |
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The design also takes into
account two other significant changes in the 2009
regulations: the possibility of using a kinetic energy
recovery system (KERS) and the reintroduction of "slick"
tyres. The KERS on the F60 was designed by Ferrari in
collaboration with Magneti Marelli and is centrally
mounted on the engine under the rear part of the
chassis; its management has involved all departments of
the Gestione Sportiva. The return to tyres with no
grooves is another element which is down to the work of
the OWG, as is the introduction of a flap on the front
wing that can be adjusted by the driver when the car is
moving. |
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The software for managing
this tool, as well as for the KERS, was designed in
Maranello. The transmission has been redesigned to
optimise the aerodynamic efficiency of the car. The
gearbox casing is again made in carbon and is still
positioned longitudinally. The gearbox is fitted with a
speed shifter. There is also a new braking system, with
callipers designed by Brembo. Other important rule
changes for this year stem from the work of FIA and FOTA
(Formula One Teams Association) aimed at producing a
significant reduction in the teams' operational costs.
As far as the engine is concerned, which retains its
longitudinal mounting in the F60 and continues as a load
bearing structure, the rules now state that a total of
eight engines may be used over the 17 Grand Prix race
weekends on the calendar. |
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Accordingly, the maximum
permitted engine speed has been reduced to 18,000 rpm
and the distance target for each unit is now around
2,500 kilometres.
Furthermore, modifications have been made to the inlet
trumpets, the position of the injectors and the
configuration of the exhausts. The changes to the
regulations mean that, on the reliability front, Shell
has played a fundamental role in defining the lubricants
for both the engine and gearbox.
As usual, the technical partners have played an
important part right from the design and development
stage of the entire car. Apart from the aforementioned
Shell, a significant contribution has been made by the
FIAT Research Centre, especially in the use of its
simulation systems and by Brembo, in the development of
the braking system. As usual, great attention has been
paid to the management and optimisation of the materials
used, at the design stage and through quality control,
aimed at maximising performance while maintaining the
highest possible levels of safety. |
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Technical
specifications |
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Chassis
Carbon-fibre and honeycomb composite structure
Ferrari longitudinal garbo Limited-slip differential
Semiautomatic sequential electronically controlled garbo - quick
shift
Number of gears 7 + Reverse
Brembo ventilated carbon-fibre disc brakes
Independent suspension, push-rod activated torsion springs front
and rear
Weight (with water, lubricant and driver) 605 kg
BBS Wheels (front and rear) 13"
Kinetic energy recovery system by Ferrari in cooperation with
Magneti Marelli |
Engine
Type 056
Number of cylinders 8
Cilinder block in cast aluminium V 90°
Number of valves 32
Pneumatic distribution
Total displacement 2398 cm3
Piston bore 98 mm
Weight > 95 kg
Magneti Marelli digital electronic injection
Magneti Marelli static electronic ignition
Fuel Shell V-Power ULG-66L/2
Lubricant Shell |
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