Have the F1 2021 Floor Rules given Red Bull a boost? | #F1

Summary by Krater

An explanation of how rake angle affects Formula 1 car aerodynamics, why low-rake cars struggle with 2021 floor regulations, and how teams use vortex generation and tyre squirt management to compensate.

From the video

Answers: How do Formula 1 floor regulations affect high rake and low rake car designs?

• Formula 1 car rake angle
• Underbody downforce and diffusers
• 2021 F1 floor regulations
• Tyre squirt and skirt effects
• Vortex generation

What it concludes

• Cars with low rake are aerodynamically weaker than higher rake cars under 2021 floor regulations.
• High rake cars have a potent diffuser effect that more easily overcomes losses from smaller, simpler floors.
• Mercedes' longer floor is harder to seal with vortices generated at the front end of the car compared to shorter cars.