Ross Brown looked at the title of the document with a surprised look on his face. He couldn't believe what he was seeing. He hurriedly turned to the second page, but the picture that first caught his eye made Ross Brown I have to believe what I see in front of me.
Ross Brown glanced at Zhang Guan secretly: "Why does he have this thing? Even I have just entered the design stage of this thing. I have not disclosed my ideas to anyone. The news is that it is absolutely impossible. It was leaked. How did a layman like Zhang Guan know about it? Did someone else also think of this design? Who was it? Newey?"
The first person Ross Brawn thought of was Red Bull Racing CEO Adrian Newey, a man known as the legendary master of racing design. He is the only person in the world who has led three different teams to win world championships. In the future, Vette He won four consecutive world championships, driving a car designed by Newey.
"Zhang Guan was sent by another team to test me? No, it's not very likely. The Honda team is gone, and it's impossible for other teams to come here specifically to test me. If they want to test me, they will test Ferrari or McLaren. How could someone come to test a team like Honda that is about to be disbanded?" Ross Brawn looked at the contents of the document again and confirmed that what was written on it was the design he had conceived for a long time. He became increasingly puzzled. He looked at Zhang Guan.
"Strictly speaking, this design is a loophole in the FIA rules. Even people who are very familiar with FIA rules may not be able to imagine this. How did Zhang Guan know about this design?" Ross Brown I thought to myself.
On the document, the words "double-layer diffuser" made Ross Brown feel particularly dazzling at this time.
“The diffuser obtains downward downforce by creating a pressure difference between the air flow and the surface of the car body, pressing the car body on the road. The diffuser is one of the main sources of downforce in Formula One racing cars. The downforce it generates The pressure accounts for 40% of the total downforce of the entire car body." Zhang Guan spoke slowly while observing Ross Brown's expression.
Downforce is crucial for Formula One racing cars. The weight of Formula One racing cars is relatively light, so if there is not enough downforce, the vehicle will definitely be unstable when driving, especially when cornering. . At the same time, downforce can create greater grip on the tires, which will make it easier for the car to achieve fast acceleration.
As a team, of course, we are trying every possible means to increase the downforce of our cars. In recent years, a series of rule changes made by the International Automobile Federation are actually aimed at reducing downforce. The International Automobile Federation hopes to reduce the downforce by The downforce of the car allows more overtaking to appear on the field, and also makes the racing competition more exciting.
On the opposite side, the expression on Ross Brown's face satisfied Zhang Guan. He continued: "If the central diffusion groove of the diffuser is designed as a double layer and a V-shaped channel is added at the top, then the original rear part of the car can be The airflow lost through the diffuser is used to give the car extra downforce. Am I right, Mr. Brown?"
"Theoretically, this is what it looks like. But we still need to adjust the tail end of the car." Ross Brown said unhappily because his secret design was revealed by Zhang Guan.
"But I think the double-layer design is not enough. If we can make a small hole in it..." Zhang Guan's smile grew wider, and he continued: "I mentioned it on the fourth page of this material."
Ross Brown turned to page four, and the picture above surprised him again.
"I have only guessed about the method of opening holes. It has not entered the substantive design stage yet. How could he know about it!"
Zhang Guan ignored Ross Brown's surprise and continued: "We drill a small hole in the double-layer diffuser. The airflow will be directed through the waist of the car to the important channel of the diffuser. After converging with the thorough airflow, it will flow together in the parking space." Creating low air pressure greatly increases the effectiveness of the diffuser."
"This design is theoretically feasible, but in fact it goes against the rules! According to the rules, holes cannot be made in the bottom of the car." Ross Brown said immediately.
"That's not against the rules, it's just taking advantage of the rules. The Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile requires that holes are not allowed to be drilled in the bottom of the car. Although the diffuser is installed at the end of the bottom of the car, we can also think of it as being installed at the rear of the car. The side, in terms of the latter, cannot be considered the bottom of the car! This is just a reasonable use of the rules, isn't it? Mr. Brown?" Zhang Guan looked at Ross Brown.
"He is really blind. He is really familiar with this. He can even find the loopholes in this rule!" Brown leaned on his sofa.
Ross Brown said "violating the rules" just now, which was actually a deliberate test. However, when Zhang Guan said "reasonable use of the rules", Ross Brown was already convinced that Zhang Guan was prepared.
Of course Zhang Guan came prepared. He had prepared a lot for this negotiation. He even went to study the aerodynamics of the car, and also carefully read the F1 rules. Coupled with his memory, Finally figured out something like a double layer diffuser.
Of course, the double-layer diffuser that Zhang Guan drew is still far from being used in cars, and it will take countless experiments to produce a finished product. But for things like racing cars, as long as the design concept is proposed, the final product can be designed.
Just listen to Zhang Guan continue to say: "I think this design can help a team win the annual championship next year, Mr. Brown, what do you think?"
"Indeed." Brown nodded. He picked up the tea cup and took a sip. However, in fact, he already knew that he was at a disadvantage in this conversation.
For Ross Brawn, the double-layer diffuser is his trump card. Before the Honda team announced its withdrawal from F1, Ross Brawn had already started some research on the double-layer diffuser, so when the Honda team announced its withdrawal, Ross Brawn is not in a hurry, because his design can be used by any team to build a top-notch racing car.
Formula One is the most cutting-edge sport in the world. Any small hole in the car or the angle of any wing involves aerodynamics and may affect the speed of the car, and the rules are for any small hole. The holes and every angle are also regulated as strictly as possible. So don't think it's just a double-layer diffuser with a small hole, but just such a small difference is enough to bring earth-shattering changes to Formula One racing.
Now, this design is not only mastered by Ross Brown, but also by Zhang Guan.
"Mr. Brown, let's buy the Honda team together. We will use this brand-new design to strive for the first place in the world. We will use this brand-new design to conquer the world! This is exactly the purpose of why I am looking for you today. I sincerely want to I want to cooperate with you!" Zhang Guan stared at Ross Brown and then said: "Of course, if Mr. Brown is really unwilling to cooperate with me, then I can only take this design and talk to other teams. In exchange for the position of an official driver!"
If the first few sentences are Zhang Guan's statement, the following can be said to be Zhang Guan's threat.
Ross Brawn knows that if this design falls into the hands of Ferrari, McLaren, Renault... even if it falls into the hands of an independent team like Red Bull, it will only take them two or three months. With enough time to conduct wind tunnel experiments, you can find the perfect car configuration and design the fastest racing car. There are still four months left before the start of next season. Four months is enough for the world's top car designers to complete a shocking racing car!
Ferrari and McLaren may not give Zhang Guan an official driver's position because of one of his designs, but Red Bull Racing can't say for sure. Although Red Bull is rich, it is an independent racing team after all. Red Bull's performance in recent years has been tepid, and this design can allow Red Bull Racing to enter the ranks of championships, coupled with the advertising effect of being crowned the world's strongest athlete , has a great possibility to impress Red Bull.
Ross Brown took a deep breath. He also hoped to rely on the design of the double-layer diffuser to make a comeback. How could this thing fall into the hands of others? So at this moment, he had no choice. He had to Cooperate with Zhang Guan, or he must give in!
However, there was a question that Ross Brown was most concerned about. He asked: "Mr. Zhang Guan, if we cooperate to buy the Honda team, who will the team listen to? Will it be decided based on equity distribution?"
"The equity distribution can be discussed slowly, but I can assure you first that no matter what the equity ratio between us is, of course it is you who decides on all aspects of the team's operation, including me, and I will also follow your arrangements." Zhang Guan said immediately.
Ross Brawn, an old guy who has been in Formula One for decades, is first-class in terms of connections and experience. Zhang Guan knows nothing about the team management department, so even if he fully controls the team, he can't find a second team. Two candidates more suitable than Ross Brawn to take charge of the team.
Ross Brown nodded with satisfaction. He has been a wage earner for half his life, and now he hopes to be a boss. Moreover, his partners also said that they will listen to him. This is the best condition he can get.
"But I may find some sponsors. You know, I still have a lot of sponsors. I think many of them should be interested in sponsoring the world's top racing competition." Zhang Guan continued said.
"There's no problem at all. Even if you paint the car with trademarks, I don't have a problem with it." Brown said cheerfully. After all, he is also one of the future team owners, and he also contributed money. Naturally, he hopes to have as many sponsors as possible.
"Of course, you have to guarantee my position as the number one driver. I don't want to buy a team of my own and be a test driver!" Zhang Guan added with a smile.
"Of course the team owner will become the team's number one driver. But Mr. Zhang Guan, I still hope that you can prove your ability in racing. I don't need you to be at the level of a top driver, you only need to be able to reach the level of an average driver, even if A little bit worse, I can accept it." Ross Brown said straightforwardly. Now he has begun to think about the interests of the team.
"You are really a very qualified team CEO!" Zhang Guan laughed.
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