Find out how the elements of F1 design have evolved, and hear expert views on technology, design rules, and other topical issues in the sport today.
Topics up for discussion will include:
- The interpretation of the rule book
- Aerodynamic concerns
- The development of energy recovery systems
- Safety considerations
- Drivers’ skills versus advancing technology
Speakers are David Lovegrove, Craig Russell, Bob McMurray - chaired by Tony Parker.
David Lovegrove
David Lovegrove has over 17 years experience in innovation and design. He worked as a Mechanical Design Engineer for the Tyrrell Racing Organisation from August 1997–May 1998, where he was responsible for bodywork design and regulatory compliance, and the main interface between the Aerodynamics Department and Design Department.
David is Design Director for the design company 4ormfunction.
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Craig Russell
Craig Russell has been involved in motorsport engineering for over 20 years. He has worked in New Zealand and overseas with a wide variety of motorsport classes, including both saloon and single seaters for Formula 3 and Formula 1.
Craig is currently the Team manager for Team AutoMotion. Team AutoMotion provides expertise to top-ranked single seater drivers currently racing, and also assists drivers looking to improve their personal performance.
Bob McMurray
Bob McMurray has had a long relationship with motorsport and contracts as a commentator to various media companies in New Zealand, including ONE Sport. He spent over 30 years with McLaren International (Tag McLaren Marketing Services), where his understanding of F1, engineering, and mechanics lead him to become the voice of McLaren on the ‘in-house’ television link – translating the technicalities of F1 to the boards of directors, sponsors and non-Formula 1 devotees alike. Bob received the 2006 MotorSport New Zealand Personality of the Year Award and the 2007 Motor Trades Association Award for Contribution to Industry.
Tony Parker
Tony Parker is one of New Zealand’s leading industrial designers. He is Professor of Industrial Design at Massey University, based in Wellington. Tony has a Diploma in Industrial Design from the Wellington Polytechnic School of Design and a Masters Degree from the internationally acclaimed Royal College of Art (RCA), London, where he studied alongside many of the leaders in car design.
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