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[Saba Sports News] According to the Italian version of Motorsport,
Rory Byrne, the renowned Ferrari design master from the Michael Schumacher era,
has recently returned to the Ferrari headquarters in Maranello. He will be
serving as a consultant to provide expertise and transfer knowledge to the
team, particularly to aerodynamics director Enrico Cardile. Byrne’s illustrious
career at Ferrari has made him an integral part of the team’s success, and he
is widely regarded as one of the leading experts in racing aerodynamics. His
wealth of experience is particularly valuable in avoiding pitfalls such as the
phenomenon known as “dolphin jumping.” “Dolphin jumping” is
a consequence of ground effect in which the increasing downforce pushes the
bottom of the car closer to the track’s surface, sometimes even causing
contact. This prevents air from flowing through the car’s underbody, resulting
in the loss of ground effect and causing the car to suddenly bounce up. In
response to this issue, the FIA has implemented measures to monitor the bounce
level of racing cars. Last year, they raised the height of the edge of the
floor plate by 15 mm to prevent dolphin jumping. Byrne’s expertise and wisdom
hold significant value for the Ferrari team. He possesses an ability to
navigate the gray areas of the rules and often proposes innovative ideas that
push the boundaries of legality, sparking discussions. The Ferrari team’s
prospects for the upcoming season are certainly worth anticipating.