TECH: FLOOR WARS
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TECH: FLOOR WARS

We dive deep into the aerodynamics of the current generation. It's not just about the wing anymore; the war is being won underneath the car.

Ground effect is back, and it's more complex than ever. The visible aerodynamic surfaces are just the tip of the iceberg.

Sealing the Deal

The primary goal is to seal the floor edges to the track surface using air vortices. This mimics the effect of physical 'skirts' used in the 80s. Red Bull's mastery of this area allows them to run a higher ride height without losing downforce.

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