Problems with visibility in a F1 car
I thought it would be better to start a separate thread as the other one relates to Lewis in Singapore and is now bringing in elements of the Cockpit / Coupe thread.
To recap, Lewis has claimed problems with visibility have contributed to a couple of recent accidents. In my opinion, the problem may incorporate the Bolster and sidepods of the survival cell, the restriction in sideways head movement from the HANS, the size, position and stability of the mirrors and even the different seating positions of different drivers.
This video gives a nice overview of HANS and some idea on the length of the straps and what movement they offer. An insight into the HANS | Videos | Features | F1 Pulse
Credit to AndyL for this diagram:
http://i234.photobucket.com/albums/e...irrors2011.gif
This image gives an idea on the side visibility on Lewis's car.
http://www.f1-site.com/wallpapers/20...per-2011-7.jpg
It looks impossible to see any car past the visibility of his wing mirrors until it's wheel to wheel.
It seems to me that there needs to be some adjustment of the rules regarding visibility.
Possibly any cockpit materials above eye-line to be transparent and larger, better mirrors. Don't know about heads up displays etc but worth discussing?