Technical car and motorbike
Size: 24.3x27 - Pages: 284 - Photos: 12 in b/w and 35 in colour + plenty of technical drawings and illustrations - Softbound with flaps - Text: Italian- English
After the wing plane revolution on racing cars that began in 1966 (1968 in Formula 1) and the appearance of ground effect in 1977, aerodynamics took on a front line role on the track with winged cars, switching from traditional studies of resistance to advancement to the exploitation of negative lift in order to increase speed through the corners.
In this new edition of the first book to appear on the subject in 1991 by Enrico Benzing, one of the best known engineers in the world of Formula 1, this complex subject is explained with completeness and simplicity of expression, so that it can be read and understood by everyone. The motor racing wing is at the centre of the story, while the picture is completed by the entire aerodynamic behaviour of the racing car, especially the single seater, touching on particular aspects such as the Magnus effect, ground effect, calculation of power resistance and matters related to the wind tunnel.
Compared to the first edition, this second volume is completed by a specific chapter on CFD (fluid dynamics computation).
Hundreds of illustrations enhance this work, which is an indispensible starting point for people who want to know all about this complex but fascinating subject.
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Size: cm. 24.3X27 - Pages: 120 - Photos: over 300 techical sketches in colour - Softbound - Text: English
The second consecutive Formula One World Championship for Fernando Alonso and the Constructors’ for Renault. That is the verdict of the 2006 F1 season, which brought the retirement of Michael Schumacher, and was being contested right up to the last race between the French manufacturer and Ferrari for the prestigious constructors’ title. To analyse the technical evolution of the recently concluded championship, the outcome of which was among the most uncertain and exciting of recent years, is Giorgio Piola, who illustrates the various phases of development carried out by the various teams in his 2006-2007 Technical Analysis. The engine chapter, written by Mauro Forghieri and Mauro Coppini, and those on the regulations, tyres, aerodynamics and chassis complete this book, which has become a literary classic concerning the fascinating world of Formula One.
Siza: 24.3 X 27 cms - Pages: 120 - Illustrations: more than 400 technical drawings colour - Softbound with flaps - Text: English
The 2007 Formula One season has been one of the hardest fought of recent years, with the renewal of the duel between Ferrari and McLaren. Although without Michael Schumacher, the team from Maranello was able to win the World Constructors’ championship, (even if thanks to Mc Laren’s disqualification) and the Drivers’ title, conquered by Kimi Raikkonen in the last Grand Prix of Brasil. Nevertheless, the true revelation of 2007 resulted from the debut of Lewis Hamilton, McLaren’s young British driver, who established for himself the role of leader.Giorgio Piola analyses the technical evolution of the sport in 2007, revealing the secrets of the leading cars and also looking ahead to the key new developments for 2008. The author looks closely at the various phases of development carried out by all the teams during the season, while the chapter on engines is by Mauro Forghieri and Mauro Coppini.. Those relative to the regulations, tyres, aerodynamics and chassis complete this book, which has now become a literary classic devoted to the fascinating world of Formula One.
Size: 24.3x27 - Pages: 120 - Pictures: B/W and color - Softbound with flaps - Text: English
The 2008 Formula 1 World Championship saw a repeat of the historic duel between Ferrari and McLaren. The Maranello-based team was led by the in-form Felipe Massa with Lewis Hamilton, his closest rival.It was, of course, Hamilton who took the Drivers’ Championship, with Ferrari settling for the Constructors’ title.The Polish driver Robert Kubica also enjoyed a very productive season that saw him score a maiden Formula 1 win for BMW in the Canadian Grand Prix and finish high up the championship table. Mention also has to be made of the very young Sebastian Vettel, the winner at Monza in the Toro Rosso.Once again the expert Giorgio Piola recounts and, above all, illustrates the secrets and technical advances behind these feats in the 2008-2009 edition of Formula 1. Technical Analysis in which he examines the various development phases conducted by the teams during the championship. The chapter devoted to the engines, written by Mauro Forghieri and Mauro Coppini, and those dealing with the regulations, tyres, aerodynamics, cockpits and chassis complete what has become a “classic” of Formula 1 literature. As always, an extensive section devoted to the leading cars of the 2009 season enhances the book.
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Size: 24.3x27 cms - Pages: 120 - Photos: over 400 technical drawings in colour - Softbound with flaps - Text: English
2010 saw the most closely fought Formula 1 World Championship for many years. Red Bull’s confirmation as one of the front rank teams, the roller coaster performance of the McLarens despite Hamilton consistent pace and the thrilling charge staged by Ferrari, which after a subdued start challenged for the title through to the bitter end with Fernando Alonso in his first season with the “Rosse”, were the ingredients for a season that drew to a close with Sebastian Vettel crowned as the youngest ever World Champion in the history of Formula 1 and the natural heir to Michael Schumacher who to general surprise had decided to suit up once again as a works Mercedes driver. The expert Giorgio Piola was again on hand to analyse the various development phases conducted by the various teams during the course of the championship, with brief but exhaustive texts accompanying hundreds of full-colour technical drawings. The book is completed with a detailed section devoted the leading cars of the 2011 season: from the new Ferrari F150 to the Mercedes-Benz WO2, the McLaren MP4/26 and the heir to the 2010 world championship-winning Red Bull RB7. The 2011 world championship will also be the one in which KERS will be used again and it sees the return of Pirelli as the sport’s official tyre supplier.
Size: 24.3x27 cms - Pages: 128 - Photos: over 400 technical drawings in colour - Softbound with flaps - Text: English
For the second year running, the young German driver Sebastian Vettel and his Red Bull team were virtually unrivalled, claiming both the Drivers’ and the Constructors’ World Championship titles. Only Jenson Button and Lewis Hamilton, both driving for McLaren, put up anything of a fight, while Fernando Alonso in the Ferrari had to settle for a single victory in the British GP at Silverstone. In technical terms, the 2011 season was characterised by the use of a mobile rear wing, the return of Kers and Pirelli as sole tyre supplier. An unmissable annual event for over 10 years, Giorgio Piola’s review returns once again with the well-known illustrator and TV commentator analysing the various phases of the technical development undertaken by the various teams during the championship, with brief but exhaustive texts complemented by hundreds of colour technical drawings. The book is completed with an extensive section devoted to the leading cars for the 2012 season.
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Size: 25 X 26 cms - Pages: 216 - Pictures: 330 technical drawings - Softbound - Text: English
Long awaited reprint of this "How to ride a bike" guide. It is meant for anyone who has never ridden a motorcycle, for enthusiasts who would like to know more on the function and behaviour of the main parts of the motorcycle, but also for hands and centaurs with years of experience and for well-informed technical experts who have plenty of know-how in the sector. Moreover, the reader will find a complete illustration of the main components of the motorcycle and their basic functioning, lots of drawings and figures supported by technical concepts that have never been so thoroughly explained. In a word, this is a book for any two-wheeler enthusiast. 2013 Reprint
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