Ferari F2004

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The F2004, technical specification

Model
F2004
Engine
Type 053, V10, cylinder block in cast aluminium
Total displacement
2,997 cm3
Timing gear
Pneumatic distribution, 40 valves
Fuel feed
Magneti Marelli digital electronic injection
Ignition
Magneti Marelli static electronic ignition
Transmission
Ferrari longitudinal gearbox. Limited-slip differential. Semiautomatic sequential electronically controlled gearbox, 7 gears + riverse
Chassis
Carbon-fibre and honeycomb composite structure
Suspension
Independent suspension, push-rod activated torsion springs front and rear
Brakes
Ventilated carbon-fibre disc brakes
Length
4545 mm
Width
1796 mm
Height
959 mm
Wheelbase
3050 mm
Front track
1470 mm
Rear track
1405 mm
Weight with water, lubricant and driver
605 kg
Wheels (front and rear)
13”

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Maranello, 26th January - The F2004 is the fiftieth car built by Ferrari to compete in the Formula 1 World Championship.
The project, which goes by the code number 655, represents a further evolution of the concepts already seen in the F2003-GA. However, every element of the car has been completely redesigned in an attempt to create the best environment to get the most out of the new 053 engine and the Bridgestone tyres. The aerodynamic configuration has been fine tuned in the light of changes to the technical regulations, improving the efficiency of the package. Furthermore the car boasts a lower centre of gravity, while weight distribution has been improved as regards the chassis and the engine.
The chassis is new, both in terms of design and construction. Its weight has been reduced and it has an improved structure when compared with the F2003-GA. The bodywork, exhausts and the rear end have been redesigned, producing an improvement in aerodynamic performance. The front and rear suspension has been revised in order to improve the vehicle’s dynamic handling which leads to a greater efficiency in terms of getting the most out of the Bridgestone tyres, while also optimising the performance of the aerodynamic package. New materials have been used in the engine and transmission in order to reduce its size and weight. Modifications to the sporting regulations regarding the number of engines that can be used in the course of a Grand Prix weekend set new targets for the 053 engine design project: achieving the optimum reliability level, even though engine life now has to be double that in the past, while striving to improve performance. Once again the engine is a stressed member and is mounted longitudinally. Shell has played an important role in the research and design of the 053 and in terms of reaching the performance and reliability targets, coming up with new fuel and lubricants.

The transmission is once again mounted longitudinally to maintain the same layout as on the F2003-GA. It is a completely new design, providing a reduction in size and weight.
The titanium gearbox has seven speeds (plus reverse) and, because of changes to the technical regulations, is operated directly by the driver. In keeping with a trend initiated by Ferrari back in 1997, which is now standard Formula 1 practice, the car features high-level exhausts, but compared with previous versions, they are mounted nearer the car’s centre line.
The F2004 represents a further step forward in the history of Ferrari’s single seaters. A great deal of time and attention was paid to making the most of the new materials and to optimising the various design stages as well as the quality control methods, all aimed at improving overall reliability and performance while making the car as safe as possible

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Paolo Martinelli: ‘One engine for the entire race weekend’

Maranello, 26th January - The new F1 V10 engine, to be used in the 2004 championship, has been developed using Ferrari’s technological and design skills and is called the 053.
The new regulations for 2004 demand that a driver use just one engine for the entire race weekend, which means that the life of an engine must be substantially increased. Furthermore great attention must be paid to its reliability, especially in the second half of its “working life” which will coincide with Sunday’s race. To use an analogy, one could say that our not inconsiderable objective is to have an engine which runs well and strongly from its “Forties to its Eighties.”

Therefore, the design and evaluation of the 053 engine, which started life as an evolution of its predecessor, the 052, prioritised reliability in its mission profile.

The majority of engine components have been revised or designed from scratch: the engine can be adapted, or in technical-speak, be “mapped” to suit the requirements of the championship (by this I am thinking of the various circuit types and the different ambient temperatures which can be encountered.)

There are two key elements which shaped the 053 engine project:

1. reliability extended to exceed 700 km, while conserving the required levels of performance and driveability.
2. a strong degree of integration with the car design, which has led to a functional optimisation of the layout (especially in terms of the Marelli electronics, the engine ancillaries and the cooling and lubrication systems.)

The 053 can only be fitted to the new F2004 car.

In structural terms: the block and heads have been strengthened with the use of new metallurgical solutions aimed at reducing any significant increase in engine weight. In particular, all moving parts are new in order to prolong engine life.
With the invaluable support of Shell, it has been necessary to develop a new fuel and even more significantly, a new engine oil, that provides great stability and protection for the engine.

In terms of engine performance, work will be ongoing throughout the season, with various evolutionary steps already planned.

I would like to add that, on the engine side, our staff are growing in terms of experience and responsibility and we have an impressive group of engineers, both on the design and development side, with specialist strengths in the various areas such as combustion, dynamics, bench testing etc. and in terms of running the engines at the track.
We are therefore looking to the future and continuing the long tradition of our engine academy, which is always looking to innovate in terms of content and work methods.

Finally and as usual, we will not disclose a horsepower figure, but, at the risk of repeating myself, rest assured that once again this year all the Ferrari engine specialists have worked with diligence and determination in order to produce “enough” power, delivered in a useable and reliable fashion in order to reach our objectives in the 2004 F1 championship.

Forza Ferrari!

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The F2004 presented at Maranello

Maranello, 26th January – The F2004 was officially presented today at around 11am. The new Formula 1 single-seater from the Maranello Scuderia will compete in the F1 World Championship that kicks off in Melbourne, Australia on 7th March.
Sticking with tradition, Antonio Ghini, the Ferrari Director of Communication and Brand Management, opened the F2004 presentation ceremony - one that was held in the vast hanger that is the Vecchia Meccanica at Maranello.
‘Last year we presented our new car in the Nuova Logistica at Fiorano; the year before we used the Nuova Meccanica, one of the buildings constructed for ‘Formula Uomo’. This was a project that enjoyed the full backing of President Montezemolo whose aim was to establish an environment in which staff could go about their work in the best possible conditions,’ outlined Ghini. ‘This year, we are in a building that represents perfectly the link between our history and our future; a space in which mechanical work was carried out in the past and which in future will house the production line.’

Ghini then invited the General Director of the Gestione Sportiva, Jean Todt, onto the stage. Todt politely stated that he preferred not make the expectant guests wait longer than was necessary and so called for Luca Badoer, Rubens Barrichello and Michael Schumacher to join him: ‘This is what we are here for and so I would like to ask the drivers to come up and unveil the F2004, the single-seater that will fly the flag for Italy, the Group and our team in the F1 World Championship.’ The drivers duly drew back the shiny red drape and the anxious public could finally admire the F2004. The crowd burst into applause as the car dazzled under the photographers’ flashlights.





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Barrichello: 'Much more like a winner'

Maranello, 26th January – Rubens Barrichello is looking forward to more wins in 2004. Speaking at the launch of the new car, the Brazilian claimed that 2003 had been his best year so far. 'And all the work that has gone into the F2004 means I can be optimistic about this coming year. Of course it will be tough, but I would like to start this year the way I finished the last one,' he added, referring to his win at Suzuka. Asked if he would challenging his team-mate this season, Barrichello replied: 'I think I have always been a challenge for Michael and this year, the championship should be wide open and I will give it my best shot. As a driver you must always believe you can do it.'
Answering concerns that there was not much time for him to test the F2004 prior to the first race in Melbourne, the Ferrari man seemed unconcerned. 'While Michael will be the first to drive F2004 to check it out, I will have six days running a tyre programme with the old car. Then, we will have two F2004 and I will have sufficient time to get used to it. With a new car, the most important thing to sort out is the driving position, because you get used very quickly to its characteristics on track, in terms of how it handles and performs. Asked to sum up his feelings for this year, Rubens had a very succinct answer: “After 2003, I now feel much more like a winner!'

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Schumacher: 'As motivated as ever'

Maranello, 26th January – The obvious first question for the reigning world champion at the launch of the F2004, was whether or not he could take another title this year. 'We must wait and see,' was his cautious reply, although he did admit he was happy to start this season with a brand new car. 'I know that people were expecting the new car to look different, but what matters is the result on the stopwatch,' began Schumacher. 'It does look similar to last year’s car, which if I remember correctly was quite good and won both championships! Now we must wait and see how the winter testing goes, when we will have a better indication of its potential.' As usual, tyres will play a vital role in the outcome of the coming season and Michael is happy with the work done in this area. 'We finished last season strongly and we have just had a very good test in Barcelona,' said the German. The Ferrari man also expressed satisfaction with the change to the format for qualifying, whereby the winner of the previous race is the first driver to make a run on Saturday. 'I think it is a fairer system than last year, when as championship leader, I was nearly always first man out and had the job of 'road sweeper.' Finally, the World Number One was asked if he expected this to be his toughest season. 'The next season is always your toughest,' was his quick response. 'But I am as motivated as ever, for the simple reason that I love to race.'

[B_Lucky]

Пора соперникам покупать нитки и иголки.
Ибо их будут рвать.
И им надо будет устранять порывы , заплатки ставить так сказать.
Конечно, некоторые прорвуцца в отдельных гонках, поэтому и феррычам надо купить немножко красных ниток "с конями"
Но в целом, и в этом сезоне ожидается бешенный спрос на чорные, синие, жолтые и прочие нитки

[Basil@155]

Вообще, похоже, интересный сезончик нас ожидает!
Без лаунч-контроля будут просто потрясающие старты!

Вот только чего-то какая-то невнятная презентация у Ферр получилась, резюмируя: "всё зашибись, но ничего не поменялось".
Тут, типа, подкрутили, тут подчистили.
Хотя, может, так и надо.
Главное - чтобы Бриджстоун не подвёл.

З.Ы. А вместо ниток лучше использовать скотч.

[B_Lucky]

Я тут чорным спортивным скотчем заклеил расколбашенный уродом задний бампер на Р75 жены - получилось состояние нового АМ, даже типа туних, так что скотч реально рулит !
Но и традиции забывать не стоит - так что нитки тож пригодяцца