BMW’s Theissen on Kubica’s Crash, Indy Race
BMW Motorsport Director Mario Theissen reveals the crucial events in the recent Montreal race. He also gave tips on what is expected at the upcoming race in Indianapolis. Asked about Robert Kubica crash in last Sunday aos, aos race, Theissen said: "I was not able to determine the severity of the accident to assess the first television images. Then he saw the first battle in the replay gave us all a huge shock. I was waiting on the pit wall watching the screens until the rescue work was completed and went over to the Medical Center to see Robert. Having found that he had no serious injuries, I returned to the team to tell the good news and followed the rest of the race from the pit wall. "Kubica was released from the hospital two days after the crash. The Pool hinted that he is ready to race at the U.S. Grand Prix. "It’s great that he feels ready to race and is not experiencing after-effects of the accident. The Chief Medical Officer will have the final say after Robert has been studied in Indianapolis on Thursday. We are prepared in case Robert will not be able to drive. But of course we all hope he will line up in the car on weekends. The ideal scenario for me would be for us all to the accident behind us quickly with a good performance in the race, "Theissen commented.At present, BMW is the inspection of what was left Kubica, BMW aos car radiator fan and chassis. [Kubica's F1.07] chassis will be examined in Hinwil and we will try as much as possible about the accident to understand. However, the damage profile gives us information we can use to further refine our calculations and monocoque construction to further improve in the future. In any case, the damage to the F1.07-07 chassis is so serious that the weather will not be used on the job. If it can be repaired at all we will use on the bench. If it is not beyond repair, will be demolished. "The Montreal race triggered debate about the effectiveness of life-saving safety technology in Formula One cars and the possibility of them vehicles. Theissen said: "The demands involved in series production are different from those in Formula 1, as the materials used. However, the goal is the same – to produce a durable passenger cell surrounded by crash elements which efficiently absorb energy. Everyday practicality, comfort and production costs all play a role in the production of road cars. In Formula One we do everything technically possible. The passenger cell and restraint systems are tailored to an individual., AU He added, "In a mass-produced cars, four, five or even more people on board. A vehicle will generally be constructed of steel or aluminum, which is an F1 monocoque is made of carbon fiber. While road vehicles have a crumple zone, the passenger cell of a formula racing car surrounded by crash elements and designed to withstand the extreme forces generated by an absorbing clash. Formula One cars have to increasingly stringent FIA tests passed "Despite Kubica aos horrific crash, BMW Sauber is one thing to celebrate -. Nick Heidfeld took second place. Moreover, the victory pulled the team score up aos. "I’m really proud of this team. Nick certainly not end the second standard. All incidents in Sunday’s race was behind him. This second place was his credit – he was simply faster than the McLarens and both Ferraris ".
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