Title :
Accurate Speed Measurement Methodologies for Formula One Cars
Author :
Cocco, Luigi ; Rapuano, Sergio
Author_Institution :
Ferrari S.p.A. Gestione Sportiva, Maranello
Abstract :
There are several methods of speed measurement for F1 applications. In this paper, two measurement systems realized for this aim, a GPS-based and a contact-less sensor based one, are presented. The theoretical disadvantages and practical risks for each solution are described. Particular attention is focused on the solution based on contact-less optical speed sensor, currently considered the best way to satisfy the requirements of the very harsh racing environment. The first results of laboratory experiments carried out using such sensor, show possible short-term improvements.
Keywords :
Global Positioning System; automobiles; optical sensors; velocity measurement; GPS-based sensor; accurate speed measurement; contact-less sensor; formula one cars; harsh racing environment; optical speed sensor; Global Positioning System; Monitoring; Optical receivers; Optical sensors; Radio frequency; Radiofrequency interference; Sensor systems; Temperature sensors; Velocity measurement; Wheels; F1; GPS; IMU; INS; contact-less speed sensor;
Conference_Titel :
Instrumentation and Measurement Technology Conference Proceedings, 2007. IMTC 2007. IEEE
Conference_Location :
Warsaw
Print_ISBN :
1-4244-0588-2
DOI :
10.1109/IMTC.2007.379160