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Extraordinary Titanium Welding a lifesaver in F1

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John S:
Found this interesting article, it's well worth a read.

https://www.autosport.com/f1/news/the-advanced-welding-technology-that-helped-save-lives-in-f1/10707835/

cosworth151:
A really good read, John S. Thanks! That's also the first time I've seen one on its own not attached to a car. It was interesting to see how it attaches.

lkjohnson1950:
Good one John. I wasn't a fan of the Halo when it was introduced, but it has certainly saved lives. Anybody ever see a pic of Zhou's helmet after his crash? I wonder if he made any contact with the pavement. The roll post did not do it's job.

Jericoke:

--- Quote from: lkjohnson1950 on April 02, 2025, 12:25:09 AM ---Good one John. I wasn't a fan of the Halo when it was introduced, but it has certainly saved lives. Anybody ever see a pic of Zhou's helmet after his crash? I wonder if he made any contact with the pavement. The roll post did not do it's job.

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I never had a problem with the concept of the halo.  I agreed it was ugly, but necessary.  Even though I think it still looks out of place, watching older pre halo race footage, I feel terrified for the drivers being so exposed!

The Sauber roll hoop on Zhou's car was up to regulation, the regulation was not a good one.

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