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Advanced Ceramics in Formula 1 Wheel, Clutch and Gearbox Rolling Bearings
Technical Paper
2002-01-3298
ISSN: 0148-7191, e-ISSN: 2688-3627
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Abstract
Every race weekend about 3,000 rolling bearings in 22 Formula 1 racecars have to perform exactly as predicted by designers. Under extreme mechanical and thermal loads the bearings have to provide minimum friction and weight, maximum speed and, most important, maximum reliability.