F1 | Haas: technical analysis of VF-24 gives first indication of Ferrari SF-24 rear suspension. Haas has unveiled the car that will compete in the 2024 F1 championship.

The 2024 Formula 1 season kicks off today with the presentation of the Haas VF-24. Following the internal upheaval that witnessed Guenther Steiner’s departure in January, the team has set up the upcoming season differently. Let’s delve into the technical analysis to discover the innovations in the suspensions revealed during the Haas VF-24 presentation.

Haas has introduced a VF-24 with extensively revised suspensions, both at the front and rear. The type has not changed from 2023, with a push-rod at the front and a pull-rod at the rear. However, the most interesting changes lie in the kinematics and the inclination of the arms. The front suspension is now aligned with a powerful anti-dive principle. On the VF-24, the rear upper arm is now much lower to try to keep the platform as stable as possible during braking. The repositioning of the arms has also allowed for a different management of flows directed towards the side pods and Venturi channels.

The position of the lower triangle has also changed, with the central part oriented downward. This significantly lowers the car’s roll center and allows for better load transfer management in turns. Inside the lower arm, the steering tie rod is also positioned for better aerodynamic flow management.

From the images published by Haas, we can also see what the Ferrari rear suspension will look like. In fact, Haas acquires the entire rear end, including the engine, gearbox, and suspension, from Ferrari. Here, the dominant principle is anti-squat, crucial to prevent the compression of the car during acceleration. The front arm is highly inclined downward, a key aspect to enhance the aforementioned principle. Furthermore, from the side images, we can observe that the gearbox bell is very narrow, indicating intense work by Ferrari. This can also be seen from the new position of the suspension tie rod, slightly more forward than in 2023. There is also a new location for the upper arms, now raised to increase the effect of dynamic camber in corners.

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