Torsion bars are used on Go-Karts to provide a performance advantage whilst cornering. Normally these are made from steel, however given the use of composites in Motorsports such as formula 1. Is it feasible to create a carbon fibre torsion bar and how will it perform against the steel.
Tuesday, 14 January 2014
BBC documentary - Engineering connections
Richard Hammond visits the lotus F1 team to discuss the difference between carbon fibre and steel.
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