There are several methods of speed measurement for F] applications. In this paper, two measurement systems realized for this aim, a GPS-based and a contact-less sensor based one, are presented. The theoretical disadvantages and practical risks for each solution are described. Particular attention is focused on the solution based on contact-less optical speed sensor, currently considered the best way to satisfy the requirements ofthe very harsh racing environment. The first results of laboratory experiments carried out using such sensor, show possible short-term improvements.
Formula one (Fl) metrology is essential to supervise the racing car performance and to optimize the vehicle setup. In this sport, drivers and engineers need to monitor constantly and accurately several parameters about car systems like engine, transmission, suspensions and wheels. Telemetry in top racing world doesn't represent simply a "diagnostic tool" but it involves a dedicated hardwarelsoftware to detect, to collect and to transmit thousands of data channels. This paper critically review the most important metrological aspects of Fl car model Ferrari F2007 (Drivers & Constructors World Champion 2007), in terms of control strategies, performance improvement and safety ensuring.
is a professional engineer with more than 10 years of experience in automotive industry. He worked in Electrical and Electronic R&D and Supply Quality departments of racing/luxury Italian vehicles manufacturers such as Ferrari F1 team, Maserati S.p.A., and Automobili Lamborghini. Currently he is electrical/ electronic project responsible of new Alfa Romeo premium car. After his master's degree in Telecommunication Engineering, he received his PhD in Information Engineering; he has published several papers and conference contributions about electronic measurements and digital signal processing. "Modern Metrology Concerns" was the first book edited by Luigi Cocco for InTech in 2012.sensors, examples of the practical applications, and future trends in this technology are presented. Force, Pressure, Dimensions and SignalsChapter 6 summarizes some recent advances in development of force measuring systems for high-temperature nano-indentation and ultrahigh vacuum tribometry; an example of force measuring head for an ultrahigh vacuum system for tribological characterization of materials and lubricants is shown.Chapter 7 explains an innovative technique to measure the surface pressure distribution of aerodynamic components using pressure-sensitive paint, comparing it with the traditional method in terms of complexity, cost, timing, and performance.Chapter 8 studies a least-square-based self-calibration of two-dimensional precision metrology systems and a holistic self-calibration algorithm, comparing it with traditional standard process in terms of accuracy, robustness, and simplicity; a practical self-calibration procedure is available.Chapter 9 suggests theoretical and numerical approaches that can be used for modeling nonlinear effects in the design of power amplifiers, used widely in modern industrial production lines of high-resolution digital TV systems. Soft MetrologyChapter 10 is focused on soft measurements (subject to human perception and interpretation); theoretical overview of main concepts and a mathematical model to measure a "soft measurand" through a dedicated index (IPER -Influence on Performance Index) are proposed.I would like to express my very great appreciation to all authors for their valuable contribution; I would also like to thank my fiancée Rosy for all her support and patience.
scite is a Brooklyn-based organization that helps researchers better discover and understand research articles through Smart Citations–citations that display the context of the citation and describe whether the article provides supporting or contrasting evidence. scite is used by students and researchers from around the world and is funded in part by the National Science Foundation and the National Institute on Drug Abuse of the National Institutes of Health.
customersupport@researchsolutions.com
10624 S. Eastern Ave., Ste. A-614
Henderson, NV 89052, USA
Copyright © 2024 scite LLC. All rights reserved.
Made with 💙 for researchers
Part of the Research Solutions Family.