Includes bibliographical references (p. 409-410) and index.

Machine generated contents note: Acknowledgmentsvii -- Forewordix -- Introduction xi -- Chapter 1 The Racing Objective-- Chapter 2 Evolve or Die11 -- Chapter 3 Technology Trees and Systems Integration 27 -- Chapter 4 The Chassis and Its Dynamics 43 -- Chapter 5 Engines 57 -- Chapter 6 Transmissions 75 -- Chapter 7 Tires103 -- Chapter 8 Aerodynamics121 -- Chapter 9 Suspension141 -- Chapter 10 Brakes159 -- Chapter 11 Measurement, Control, and Data Systems169 -- Chapter 12 Simulation and Design Tools183 -- Chapter 13 Test Rigs193 -- Chapter 14 Banned Technologies205 -- Chapter 15 Safety227 -- Chapter 16 Track Testing and Racing 251 -- Chapter 17 The British Motorsport Industry 275 -- Chapter 18 Formula 1 Now and in the Future281 -- Chapter 19 The Technical Regulations and Policing Them289 -- AppendixA The Development of Ground Effect299 -- Appendix B Carbon-Fiber Reinforced Composites313 -- Appendix C Active Suspension325 -- Appendix D Federation Interationale de l'Automobile -- 2001 Formula One Technical Regulations 337 -- Appendix E Relevant Sections of the -- Federation Internationale de l'Automobile -- 2001 Formula One Sporting Regulations 397 -- References 409 -- Index 411 -- About the Author 437.