In the world of Motorsport racing, every fraction of a second counts and as a race engineer you need to be able to make the right decide in this very moment.  The Zbook G10 Studio is the perfect tool which give me confidence in receiving the right output when it's needed. Let's dive a bit more into it

Pre-Race Preparation:
Data Analysis: Before the race weekend begins, the race engineer pores over data from previous races, test sessions, and simulations. They analyze every aspect of the car's performance, looking for areas of improvement.
As siumlations requires a hugh about of computing power i use my Z by HP Workstation for it . With my Z Workstation I can run multiple simulations on the same time, which makes it very time efficient.

Strategy Planning: Based on the track characteristics and weather forecasts, the team of engineers and myself collaborates to develop race strategies. As race stratgey palnning is happening before the event and during the event i use my Zbook Studio for it. So it can replicate and re-run simulation while on track as well. BAsed on the results from the stragety simulationis I'll decide on tyre strategy, pit stop timing and fuel strategy.

Car Setup:The race engineer works closely with the driver to fine-tune the car setup for optimal performance on the specific track. This includes adjustments to the suspension, aerodynamics, and engine mapping. There are about 500 parameters which results in 250,000 possible setup option. With the support of a Data Management software we simulation setup option. A huge about of  computing power is require to work through these options. Setup work is done before the race weekend and on the tarck hence a laptop with strong computing power is required. My Zbook Studio is ideal for it.


During the Race Weekend:

Practice Sessions: During the practice sessions, I monitor the car's performance in real-time. Around 200 sensor channels coming across live. These channels further used to create more than 3000 maths channels. 
All these need to be processed live and visualazied so I can make critial decision in a split second.
Communicating with the driver via the radio, gathering feedback and making adjustments to the setup accordingly is the standard process during practice sessions.

Qualifying: Ahead of the qualifying session, my job is to ensures that the car is set up for maximum performance over a single lap. I advise the driver on tire choice and fuel load, aiming for the best possible grid position.

Race Day:
During the race, I am in constant communication with the driver, providing updates on track conditions, tyre degradation, and the positions of the competitiors. A big scope during the race is fuel consumption and make strategic decisions regarding pit stops.
Pit Stops: During pit stops, my role is to commuicate with the pit crew to ensure that the stop is executed flawlessly. I calculate the optimal timing for pit stops and advise the driver on when to pit. 


Post-Race Analysis:
After the race, the team and myself debriefs with the driver, analyzing performance and discussing areas for improvement. They review data from the race to identify strengths and weaknesses.
This is done at the workshop. We using a data management tool for it which i run on my Z workstation.

Analyzing data from the race weekend is a big part of my work scope as it paves the way for the next race weekend. I identify areas for development and work on refining the car's setup for the next race.


The role of a race engineer is demanding and requires a unique blend of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and communication skills. 
We play a crucial role in maximizing the performance of the car and ensuring that the team remains competitive throughout the race weekend. The Z by HP products are supporting my work in many ways and ensure i can execute my work on the highest level.

Objective
 
Understanding part of the work of a data and performance engineer this challenge will be an exercise to program, simulate and test the dash display of the race car to suit the race driver’s needs and ultimately make him perform better.
The race driver will need to see different parameters on his dash display when he drives in pitlane compared to when he is on track. Therefore, the dash display will need to be programmed to switch to different channels/ sensors when entering pitlane. This will need to be programmed and simulated in the Motec Dash Display Creator. If the simulation with existing racetrack data shows desirable results the display configuration will need to be loaded into the hardware of the race car and tested in the workshop.
 
Task 
Create a program on the Dash Display Software that automatically switches to different parameters once the race car enters pit lane. The race driver presses a button on the steering wheel once he enters pit lane to activate the pit speed limiter (channel: Driver Pit Switch)
 
Following parameters need to be displayed to the race driver in pitlane:
- Ground Speed
- Cool Suit Temperature – “C1 Driver Suit Temp”
- Throttle position (colour coded*) “Throttle Pedal”
- Pit Entry Speed “Const Pit Entry Speed”
- Fuel Used At Pit
- Fuel Timer
- Laps Remaining “Transponder Laps Remaining”
 
Following parameters need to be kept on display both on track as well as in pitlane:
- Gear
- Engine/Coolant Temperature
- Brake Bias Setting
- Gap behind / ahead
 
 
*BONUS:  to make the engine control of the pit speed limiter work best the race driver need to hold the throttle between 12-14%. The throttle number should go green when in the right range.