There were high hopes of a remarkable racing car on January 31^st when the Renault R30 was unveiled, with a front wing that resembles very much the 2009 version, even though Alonso had pinpointed that that was precisely one of the main problems of the 2009 car.

Nevertheless, next day the car that made its debut in the racetrack and the characteristics of the front wing of three stacked elements was totally different.  Specifically, it’s very similar to the one that McLaren has.

The changes made on the R30 are very deep and one has to pay much attention.  The rear wing is also new, with a drop in the middle where the sharp fin gives it the aerodynamic support.

The nose’s cone is absolutely different from the rest of the scuderias, contrary to the 2010 trend which is V shaped.  Even though it is still a bit bulky, it lacks the extra protuberance underneath, with the purpose of gaining more resistance.

The wings are a clear evolution and contrary to the other three cars previously launched by Renault, the R30 has huge sidepod air inlets that extend down to the vehicle’s floor.  Instead of rectangular air inlets (more conventional) they are bigger in the high part than in the low one.

There’s no doubt that the team is quite interested in the temperature, because over the engine’s cover are connected heat stickers.  The engine’s exhaust have been moved towards the back and more to the middle of the car.

Specifications

• Chassis: Molded carbon fiber and aluminum honeycomb composite monocoque, manufactured by the Renault F1 Team and designed for maximum strength with minimum weight. RS27-2010 V8 engine installed as a fully-stressed member.
• Front suspension: Carbon fiber top and bottom wishbones operate an inboard rocker via a pushrod system. This is connected to a torsion bar and damper units which are mounted inside the front of the monocoque. Aluminum uprights and OZ machined magnesium wheels.
• Rear suspension: Carbon fiber top and bottom wishbones with pushrod operated torsion bars and transverse-mounted damper units mounted in the top of the gearbox casing. Aluminum uprights and OZ machined magnesium wheels.
• Transmission: Seven-speed semi-automatic titanium gearbox with reverse gear. “Quickshift” system in operation to maximize speed of gearshifts.
• Fuel system: Kevlar-reinforced rubber fuel cell by ATL.
• Cooling system: Separate oil and water radiators located in the car’s sidepods and cooled using airflow from the car’s forward motion.
• Electrical: MES-Microsoft Standard Electronic Control Unit.
• Braking system: Carbon discs and pads (Hitco); calipers and master cylinders by AP Racing.
• Cockpit: Removable driver’s seat made of anatomically formed carbon composite, with six-point harness seat belt by OMP Racing. Steering wheel integrates gear change and clutch paddles, front flap adjuster.

Car dimensions and weight

• Front track: 1450 mm
• Rear track: 1.400 mm
• Overall length: 5050 mm (250 mm more than R29)
• Overall height: 950 mm
• Overall width: 1800 mm
• Overall weight: 620 kg, with driver and cameras

Engine

• Designation: Renault RS27-2010
• Capacity: 2400 cc
• Architecture: 90° V8
• Weight: 95 kg
• Max rpm: 18.000 rpm
• ECU: McLaren Electronics Standard ECU
• Fuel: TOTAL
• Battery: Renault F1 Team

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