Explanation of technical images of Formula 1 from the pit lane

Ferrari SF-23 front wing

Photo from: Giorgio Piola

Ferrari had a trimmed upper front spoiler at its disposal for the Italian Grand Prix to balance the aerodynamic setup with the downforce-powered lower rear spoiler. Note that there may also be another solution used that has not yet been installed on the lower wing here.

Ferrari SF-23 rear wing

Photo from: Giorgio Piola

Ferrari’s low downforce, Monza-spec rear spoiler features an almost flat element, rather than the spoon-shaped designs they typically use, while a double pillar arrangement is also used, rather than the single pillar used by their wing configurations of late.

Technical details of the Alpine A523

Photo from: Giorgio Piola

A peek under the Alpine A523’s hoods not only reveals details of the power unit and its accessories, but it’s worth noting that there’s an inboard beam used to help secure the floor at the rear.

Aston Martin AMR23 front wing

Photo from: Giorgio Piola

The Aston Martin AMR23 front wing without the stabilizers provides insight into how the wing can be divided into sections, with the internal and external fixed parts seen here, whilst the movable flaps can potentially be customized to suit track requirements and help balance front-to-rear downforce, due to Low downforce rear spoiler.

Technical details of the Ferrari SF-23

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This side view of a Ferrari’s front wing gives a clear idea of ​​how the elements in the outer section of the wing are turned outward to help generate the exterior wash.

Red Bull Racing RB19 technical details

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Red Bull will be experimenting with several different versions of its rear spoiler design in order to find the right balance for Monza, with this one tailored to Sergio Pérez’s FP1 car featuring a fender flare with a trailing edge. Also note the lines installed on the inside surface of the brake duct to help direct airflow into the cylinder.

Technical details of the McLaren MCL60

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The internal assembly of the McLaren front brake assembly includes torture routing tubes that feed the brake disc and caliper covers.

Technical details of the Alpine A523

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Alpine’s front brake arrangement With the caliper mounted in the forward position, the fairing has teardrop-shaped ports to allow the heat generated by the disc to pass through the assembly.

Technical details of the Mercedes W14

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Arranging Mercedes’ front brake calipers before the tubes and fairings were installed gives us an insight into the position of the calipers and the drilling pattern used for their discs.

Technical details of the Alpine A523

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The Alpine’s downforce front spoiler option sees a large cut-out of the inner end of the upper fender.

Red Bull Racing RB19 technical details

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Another spoiler option for Red Bull, this time it’s a higher downforce variant without the trimmed top flap.

Technical details of Mercedes W14

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Mercedes’ low downforce offering includes a Gurney-less trimmed top lid and featured endpanel cutout fill panels.

Technical details of the Alpine A523

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Alpine installed a ride height sensor on the FP1’s front wing so they could study the car’s behaviour.

AlphaTauri AT04 technical details

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The AlphaTauri’s low-downforce rear spoiler has a relatively flat main surface, rather than the spoon effect we’re used to seeing from diffs, while the upper fender arches across the trailing edge.

Red Bull Racing RB19 technical details

Photo taken by: Giorgio Piola

Another look at Red Bull’s higher downforce configuration which you’ll notice doesn’t have a Gurney on the trailing edge of the top fender and has a V-shaped slot in the middle.