334 Term Project Proposal
Tony Scarlatos
anthony.scarlatos@stonybrook.
Title: F1 Braking System
Synopsis:
A Formula 1 car is the pinnacle of automobile engineering, built to provide maximum speed, aerodynamics, and precision in every turn. Every component is designed for peak performance and so does the braking system. Unlike the regular cars, an F1 car’s braking system is highly complex, capable of slowing down a car weighing 900kg going from over 350 km/h to a near stop within seconds while also able to apply different braking pressure on each tyre.
Modern F1 brakes use advanced materials like carbon fiber discs, which can reach temperatures over 1,000°C. The system also includes electronic brake-by-wire technology, which balances braking force between the front and rear wheels for maximum efficiency. This project will use animation to break down the inner workings of an F1 braking system, showing how it allows drivers to push the limits while maintaining control at extreme speeds.
Objective:
This project will visually explain how an F1 car’s braking system functions using 3D animation, graphics and visuals. It will showcase:
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The key components (discs, calipers, brake-by-wire, cooling systems).
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How heat is managed to prevent brake failure.
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The role of braking in energy recovery for hybrid power units.
Audience:
Motorsports fans, engineering students, and anyone interested in high-performance vehicle technology.
Sources:
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Mercedes AMG F1 Team-
https://www.mercedesamgf1.com/
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Motorsports.tech-
https://motorsport.tech/
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Formula1.com-
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