Toe Angles and Mercedes' DAS system

Mercedes brought their innovative Dual Axis Steering system which helps drivers adjust toe on the fly. But what is toe? Let's find out!
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[@alaeriia01]

Mercedes: "we call it DAS: Dominate All Season."

[@abbasahmedlp]

Oh fuck

[@joshbendor1840]

Fia: Aww hell nah

[@bubblesmasher4939]

Stolen from day 2 testing comment

[@rogerrzzz5204]

Bubble Smasher also in the recently uploaded aarava video

[@bubblesmasher4939]

@@rogerrzzz5204 yeah

[@mr.zelice6924]

Codemasters right now: How tf should we programm this without bugs

[@RWoody1995]

bold of you to assume codemasters aim to minimise bugs

[@rinhato8453]

Calling it now, someone disconnecting from the race is gonna make the toe instantly go to 90 degrees

[@xureality]

hell, how are you going to control this with a sim wheel? it's not like they have a sensor for how hard you're pushing the wheel.

[@willrussell2134]

@@xureality automate it in-game

[@s_ame1135]

@@willrussell2134 That's not sim anymore tho

[@Kingbron007]

All teams (except Merc) during a formation lap: aggressively turning left and right Mercedes: *DAS*

[@johnjuiceshipper4963]

Lmao, imagine everyone swerving left and right, meanwhile Hamilton is just chugging his steering wheel in a rowing motion.

[@alanbrownjohn4854]

🤣

[@user-yy3zi2ll3k]

Mercedes *and Kimi*

[@prime6091]

DAS is good

[@rojiii69420]

@@prime6091 Ja. Das is very good

[@pranavps851]

"Give me that steering" - Kimi, 2020

[@youruser6472]

Will I have tyre

[@groundedgaming]

*Just keeps going straight when everyone is weaving - Kimi

[@R_Stolp]

So basicly, It is to prevent lewis from yelling Bono my tires are gone

[@kieranr7382]

I just have this image in my head of all these Mercedes designers and engineers in a room toasting each other with CARBON champagne to celebrate the end of, "Bono, my tires are gone."

[@Vishnu-B]

@Robin, AWESOME dude... THE BEST comment on the DAS system till date... no, correction, for all eternity! :D :D This will keep me going for a long time! LMAO

[@insertgenericusernamehere2402]

Will it stop him...no. Whiny bastards

[@josiahboatengmyrie]

insertgenericusernamehere every f1 driver is a whiny bastard it’s just not every radio message from every driver is broadcast at every race

[@gnaagren]

The car that prevents that will win every GP by a lap.

[@ossumpossum5490]

Mercedes: we call it..."DAS Auto" Volkswagen: *angry german noises*

[@samarvora7185]

NEIN! NEIN! NEIN! NEIN! NEIN! NEIN! NEIN!

[@ministig63ace]

"Mein godt mus das sein?"

[@jihadfares8791]

made my day hahahaha

[@tommegg8486]

@@ministig63ace das ist gud

[@Ni1996Ki]

@@ministig63ace *Mein Gott! Muss das sein?

[@MrHaggyy]

It makes me sad that these kinds of systems get forbidden. This is such a smart piece of engineering and has nothing to do with the typical aero or engine fight.

[@AJCrowley4004]

Adaptive suspension - banned (Renault) Counterweight stabilisers - banned (Renault) Adaptive aero - banned (Ferrari?) Ground effect - banned (Lotus) DAS - will be banned... What is FIA/F1 up to for?

[@wotwott2319]

@@AJCrowley4004 the FIA prohibits the use of adjustable/adaptive/automatic systems since 1990. The main reason was to break off Williams's dominance over the late 80s, the other reason being that having adjustable or adaptive systems could heavily mess up the driver's muscle memory and automatic softwares on board the car could get damaged or bugged resulting in further unreliability issues.

[@mgattii4324]

They're also trying to keep costs down, and make the driver's role as big as possible. Active suspension is expensive, and takes you down a road where the car starts doing too much.

[@TC-qw3lr]

@@mgattii4324 Takes serious practice and knowledge from the driver also though

[@aviralchauhan1161]

Jan Procházka adaptive suspension was basically cheating though, the other ones are just results of Ferrari complaining

[@sebastianalhares]

For years and years I've been trying to figure out what toe is and why it is used. Only this video finally explained it. Thank you!

[@AJCrowley4004]

Almost all civil car have positive TOE because it pushes steering back in the straight line. It's because the supension is leaning backwards. So far I know only one car, old Skoda 440 Spartak, that has suspension leaning forward and negative TOE to achieve the straight line stability.

[@sebastianalhares]

@@AJCrowley4004 Positive Toe is Toe in, right?

[@AsianCole]

Sebastian Al Hares yes and by suspension leaning backwards im pretty sure hes talking about the angle caster of the suspension. which is usually positively angled (this makes the suspension sit at more of an angle than just 90 degrees from the road) think of it like positioning the suspension so that the bottom is closer to the front of the car than the top (and switch those for negative caster)

[@TheHobatron]

For years I've stared at the toe section of setups in the Codemasters F1 games and haven't had the faintest. 😂

[@snek9353]

@@AJCrowley4004 What you describe is caster not toe.

[@nklssth9614]

Me: Activates DAS The steering wheel quick release: Buenos Dias Fuckboy

[@hardbodybrain]

fukeboi* damn u/Alphamaxnova1 really has changed the game

[@s54life16]

LMFAOOOOO

[@MidgarKnight]

Mamalón

[@AlexJeffDust-RenAzuma66]

what the hell is that pc wallpaper lmao

[@Myrodyn]

It's art

[@gitd_lynx6993]

#blessed

[@randomdude8877]

Looks a bit like Lewis Hamilton Someone wants to see him driving in the Ferrari? With some Ferrari horse power

[@5150Swordfish]

Look like Lewis as a centaur.

[@dominiclobue]

What I really want to know is why the shirt + jacket didn't cover the human torso

[@Kswhajakky]

5:44 inb4 Mercedes get their front wheels perpendicular to each other for the hairpin at Monaco

[@grantlauzon5237]

Sounds like a hell of a learning curve for new F1 drivers.

[@sepg5084]

they can just put mechanical lock points (no hydraulic nor electronic assists) so that there are only 3 possible positions. toe out for turns, neutral toe for straights, toe in for bumpy parts of the track or wherever it is needed.

[@vernonbear]

Nope. They’ve worked their way up through the formula pyramid and dealt with all sorts of variables from one formula to the next. These guys (and gals) have gone from no gearbox, no aerodynamic downforce, no abs, no traction control, no drs, no kers etc etc and then added manual gears, clutch under their feet, clutch on steering wheel, and multiple variations of ground effect and aero, all sorts of steering wheel controls and so on. This is a tiny part of a much more complex beast, if they are at F1 standard then they are arguably some of the best racing drivers in the world, this is just another variable that they’ll add to their list of things to change.

[@Tweej]

@@vernonbear what a reply, this is how you KZbin!

[@antardas6734]

My last name is going keep popping out this season isn’t it

[@sexyfacenation]

Antar Das das a cool last name

[@das1611]

You think 👀

[@aliefdrumline]

You can thank Mercedes for that. 👏

[@DMalek]

Better than beeing resembled with DAS AUTO!

[@TheYaq]

das is the in german

[@zupperm]

My favourite thing is that this thing could have been invented like 60 years ago, it seems so obvious now.

[@Vishnu-B]

@zupperm, Yeah, when I saw it last week, first I was in awe, felt like... thats great, well done Mercedes. Then I felt, wait a minute, hadnt anyone thought of this all these years? I guess thats how hindsight works...

[@maxvinzi]

im guessing that this is one of those things that is much harder in application than just saying it, Especially with the amount of rules that these teams have to abide by

[@marinhaalternativa3829]

they may have run into really deep safety studies. You cant change the toe everywhere. What would've happen in the 80's if the DAS locked or broke?

[@maxvinzi]

Marinha Alternativa exactly. Considering the magnitude of the forces going through the front wheels there has to be some complexity to keep the position of the wheel where it is when the driver is not changing the toe through the DAS. And for sure the safety of the wheel and steering column being able to move back and forth has to be pretty complicated for the possibility of front impacts

[@Vishnu-B]

@@marinhaalternativa3829 Yeah, true, I agree... Actually I'm still a bit concerned for the drivers even though the FIA (or someone from FIA) has said it is safe.

[@SirNerrad]

everything clicked at 3:19 and my mind was blown

[@nickforan]

This was a really well explained video about a concept I never really understood properly. Thanks!

[@Firefox1189]

I guess you could say, you were wondering "was ist das?"

[@M00NMAN14]

Now just imagine after a SC all the other drivers weaving across the track as they always do, only Bottas and Hamilton constantly pushing and pulling the steering wheel. That's what I wanna see^^

[@Kenku178]

Yeah, the Warmup bit meaning the Mercedes doesn't weave back and fourth on warmups as much will be interesting to see XP

[@Petidani0330]

That's nonsense. If they don't lose time with it (e.g. in a quali outlap, race formation lap, or behind the SC), they'll wave around just like the others, because at low speed that's how you really heat up the tires. This system is obviously meant to help with the setup, and to keep the tires warm during the race, in too long straights, at normal racing speed, without actually losing that much time with the waving. So no, you won't see Hamilton and Bottas constantly pulling and pushing their steering wheel.

[@M00NMAN14]

@@Petidani0330 i know, it was just a joke... jokes usually are nonsense

[@Petidani0330]

@@M00NMAN14 It didn't look like a joke, but whatever.

[@M00NMAN14]

@@Petidani0330 Then I'm sorry for you, i guess. Have a nice life.

[@jamescrampsey2348]

Mercedes steering wheel: *exsists* Everyone else: "DAS" impressive

[@botigamer9011]

DAS ist gut

[@samarvora7185]

DAS ist genial.

[@ahman324]

"enjoy while it lasts" tifoso: no, I don't think I will

[@mettyy]

Your channel is honestly amazing. Anything technical in F1 is so well explained by you.

[@michaelsmyth7821]

Drinking game: Take a shot every time he says *exaggerated/exaggerating*

[@chainbear]

I will not be responsible for the ensuing deaths

[@rjweed]

@@chainbear that gloomy I think this comment is just a joke ✌

[@romjul01]

@@rjweed He was Joking as well for sure

[@raisedahell5165]

already lost my liver after doing the "Drink a shot everytime media says Coronavirus"

[@manawearblack]

@@rjweed How did you allow yourself to get doubled woooshed like that?

[@mohsentabouna6401]

On behalf of all the community, I'm gonna ask for a video for all the tire cambers as there are 3 I think and how the roll bar works and the tricky suspension settings and maybe settings out of F1 trust us Chain Bear we love the technicalities and we've been through all your videos and we can understand all the love Keep coming with all the great content

[@mscbijles1256]

Yes please!!

[@anthonyschmidt-ellis6353]

Thank you.

[@duckrutt]

Camber (tilting in or out when viewed from the front), Caster (tilting front or back when viewed from the side) and Toe (tilting in or out from above).

[@jubuttib]

@@duckrutt/videos "Caster (tilting front or back when viewed from the side)" To be specific this would be the tilting of the steering axis relative to vertical, whereas camber and toe are related to the tyre angles.

[@tosehoed123]

Do you mean suspension geometry? Theres basically only one camber that can be either negative or positive

[@eudofia]

As usual, Chain Bear giving the best explanation of the Mercedes DAS system. The animation really helped a lot. Thank you.

[@TuanAnhNguyen-ft7ty]

Having been confused by the DAS, thank you for the clearly explanation!

[@ProjektHeld]

After the onboard video: Everbody: How does it work? Chain Bear: How to explain how it works?

[@AndrewFrink]

except he explained what it does, not how it works. Exactly what does the mechanism look like? what does it push on? how is it linked to the steering column? Is there a loophole in the 2021 regs that would allow this implementation to continue? dual racks with a CVT type linkage allowing for just adjustment of the steering rate separately for each side? the side effect of which is to adjust the toe angle. Maybe dual variable rate racks with this system basically just adjusting the center point?

[@sexyfacenation]

Haha haha haha

[@Ginbaubabe]

Toe out generally helps turn in with “built in” slip angle on the inside wheel. It also have something to do with Ackerman steering setup

[@anidiotinaracingcar4874]

F1 using anti-Ackerman most of the time, I'm very surprised by Chain Bear's explanation

[@howarddavies136]

Less to do with Ackerman and more with the slip encouraging rotation in to the turn. I'm surprised the ackerman aspect was even included.

[@bobroberts2371]

This system gives the effect of variable ackerman.

[@fridolfgranq]

@@anidiotinaracingcar4874 Is there even an occasion where neutral steering or positive ackerman would be viable for F1? Considering the immense loads the tires are always under I'm just asking out of curiosity as I'm not an expert :p Edit: And I meant it as in regular circumstances when setting up a car not taking into account the DAS system

[@jeremymercer5655]

@@fridolfgranq There are two things at play Typically a tire that has more load on it will have optimal grip at a higher slip angle than a tire with less load on it. So in a fast right turn, the left tire has a lot more load on it and gets optimal grip at a higher turning angle than the inside tire. So F1 cars actually want more turning angle on the outside tire in the turn for fast turns. Also, a F1 car typically runs static toe out to help with turn in. The anti-Ackerman then helps straighten the tires out in the middle of the turn. Positive Ackerman would be used if all the turns were hairpins, where the difference between inside and outside turning radius is more significant, and the lateral acceleration is less keeping the tires more evenly loaded from left to right.

[@hennesseybastian7851]

This is the best explanation of DAS on KZbin

[@beyondcleon]

Your videos are awesome! I love sim racing but don’t have enough knowledge of how to setup a car properly. You thoroughly explain how each component works, including its pros & cons, and with lots of clarity. The vids help encourage me to improve my setups with better educated intentions and effectiveness. Hope other sim racers take advantage of your videos too. Keep ‘me coming!!

[@Samylton]

Vettel: Sees DAS on the Mercedes Also Vettel: Why haven’t we got this on our car? Ferrari: We...errr...didn’t think of it Vettel: Mein got muss DAS sein Also love the Lego pig on the shelf, I’ve got one on my bedside table and it just makes me smile every time I see it

[@kidslovef1155]

This is the one we’ve all been waiting for

[@teknoto3036]

Best explanation of DAS so far. Thank you.

[@geonen100]

I really love that kind of videos, and I believe many others do too. Any chance u get to explain as much as you can from the setup changes a team can do, like you did with differential as well in the past? Imo now it's one of the best times to do that, since the season is almost at our door or throughout the season :) love you man, keep those videos coming and get our community educated

[@Ashfielder]

Das system, der system… what’s all the fuss about? They are German after all.

[@afa1515]

Don't forget die Systeme, when it's plural.

[@samarvora7185]

DAS ist aber kein Problem.

[@AvaMRodriguez]

yoshimitzu93 the correct article actually should be Der, right? in most cases, articles stay the same when the noun is plural.

[@Frendrian]

Rose the correct article is Das in singular and Die in plural

[@afa1515]

Rose In german most plural words have the article „die“, no matter the singular form.

[@billlemon6887]

What a brilliant explanation. Thank you!

[@rgarlinyc]

Beautifully explained. 👏Give yourself a few well-deserved pats on the back! Thank you CB.🙏

[@Pryan5577]

All your videos are so great and well made. Really one of the best youtube channels out there

[@RonaiHenrik]

0:10 Nice wallpaper though!

[@juanordonezgalban2278]

Wtf

[@nononanonon]

You've completely omitted the existence of Ackermann steering geometry that solves the problem with different tire path curvatures. Yes, the car is less stable and more nimble (more happy to change direction in another words) with toe out but it isn't faster when already cornering. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ackermann_steering_geometry

[@cheesebusiness]

Maybe it’s forbidden in F1, who knows

[@texarcana2002]

#ThisShitRightHere and #b10. For some reason, racing manufacturers ignore Ackerman as a matter of course, and I've never been able to get them to explain why. I ran my college's MiniBaja team one year, and we put Ackerman into the car's steering, which made it a far better-handling and maneuvering car than the rest of the field. @ChainBear, you really should address this.

[@miguelbigott9327]

F1 cars apply the concept of anti-ackerman to their cars. Basically, they have their outside tire pointing in more than the inside tire. This is because the difference in slip angle of the inside and outside tires is much higher throughout a corner, making it beneficial (only at higher speeds) to employ anti-ackerman.

[@RodrigoSantos-jl3pc]

@@texarcana2002 race cars use anti-ackermann, which means they run the outside tire on a tighter steering angle than the inside one. This is because at mid-corner under high lateral acceleration, the lateral load transfer is huge, and the outside tire is much more loaded than the inside (and hence can generate maximum lateral force on higher slip angles). The lightly loaded inside tires, on the other hand can start slipping too much (and lose lateral force) with a small slip angle . So it's more benefitial to run the outside tire with tighter steering angles.

[@texarcana2002]

@@RodrigoSantos-jl3pc Miguel Bigott That's doesn't seem to make sense, as having the inner tire pointed in essence in severe toe-in (if I understand anti-ackerman properly), would create a severe amount of scrub angle. Unless a-a is an exaggeration of what Ackerman is trying to achieve, dialing in more toe-out as the steering wheel is turned, which still scrubs the hell out of the inside tire. I. Am. So. Confused. 😞

[@amritbhowmick8310]

Nice breakdown of all the concepts involved

[@capowable]

I’m only a new fan to F1 and I’m really enjoying your channel. Thanks heaps man.

[@CorvoIV]

I really like the Charles Leclerc 2019 Helmet, the mixture of black and red is really breathtaking #GPBox

[@anngo4140]

WTF with that Lewis photo? Lol Very thoughtful though.

[@studioaperture]

I had to scroll way too far down to find the first comment to mention it

[@Galastin]

this is the best video I've seen explaining this

[@twinturbo3470]

What we need from you Chain Bear is a complete video on all aspects of car set up.........or maybe a video series. Great video on Toe.......but we need more because your videos are the best and complete me lol

[@elk5878]

My favorite might be "Senna Collection : McLaren MP4/4". The car looks insanely good and clean. Considering the engine it's a beast #GPBox

[@bespinguard7854]

I’d honestly love to see them announce that DAS is getting unbanned in a few years and that all teams can develop it and have it as common place in f1

[@aranigr1]

Thank you for the explanation. Really help us to understand this situation.

[@iqjump123]

Thanks for the excellent description and illustration of the concept. I definitely fear this will lead to a distinct advantage- but then again with only a year to use, the drivers might have a harder time getting everything used to. Definitely innovative from Mercedes

[@DarthEvilicus]

Where is the 2019 season review? Your 2018 season review is your best video

[@Roscododger]

Lol at the start I thought you were referring to the photo behind you. Like no thanks 😂😂

[@PLZFrosty]

Oh my soul! Thanks sooo much for this lesson! Would you please make a Car setup for dummies series. This gave me more information than I've ever had in racing games

[@ejm110]

been waiting for your vid about DAS :)

[@vineethprabhu8560]

I knew you would come up with this

[@navnufc2800]

Iit jee mains lol

[@An.Individual]

I think the main issue is that Mercedes don't need this, they already seem to have a second on all the other teams.

[@BluRacer7]

Since their goal is for a season whitewash of 100% win rate, they want to be sure they win every single race on the 2020 Calendar to achieve that goal which I hope doesn't happen.

[@ryanokeefe12]

Where did you get a second from? do you mean a tenth of a second?

[@ahmedmohmed4346]

the amount and effort you put in youe videos , man its awesome .... definitely deserve more subs. thans for explaining that to us also how you made such a cool animations?

[@satos1]

Great video and thanks for the detailed graphic animation.

[@pepsimies3022]

I really like the Lando Norris 2019 Monza Race Helmet because he is a cool driver and the design looks nice #GPBox

[@Coonrc4]

I love the Sebastian Vettel: Hungarian Grand Prix 2015 for my kid's room (also named Seb!) #GPBox

[@tofuloword2829]

Before watching this video I already knew what toe in toe out does, but I never knew why. This video explained it for me.

[@Mrsashafr]

Thanks for complete explanation! As always - u r the best!

[@CurtisBrownley]

100% chance if I tried to drive this car I die.

[@tonykollberg]

Codemasters: Put in Jordan 191 and Lotus 101 in to Classic Cars!

[@abhishekmv6682]

That was so simple to understand .... You made it look easy

[@franskamstra2728]

thanks dude, a one really clear explanation of toe.

[@MrCrunchman]

Max Verstappen: Brazil 2019 because lets face it, its only a matter of time before we see that celebration again and again #GPBox

[@fairweatheri]

Didn't know the things at the end of my feet were so complicated

[@Feefafoozle]

I gotta say, I have near 0 interest in F1 or cars, but I tremendously enjoyed this video on a technical level from how it was presented to what was presented. Bravo.

[@thepirates2518]

I really appreciate the video man!!!!

[@c0r5e]

2020 is already over. Declare the Mercs as winner so let others race and Mercs can stay aside

[@Takhar7]

They were clear winners before they even introduced this DAS system. The regulation changes cant come soon enough

[@An.Individual]

I think your right. There is still an element of doubt but I'm dreading Melbourne when it gets confirmed.

[@clansome]

@@Takhar7 Regulation change is only coming because Merc took their idea to FIA early for approval so they (FIA) could then rule it out for 2021.

[@ms8ff153]

DAS maybe become illegal as it changes the ride height which u are not allowed to do

[@shayak3236]

But the real question is Will vettel still consistently spin?

[@crolanwho4815]

Hope vettel got a set of DAS too so he can spin without losing much speed.

[@sahalsidat8821]

Not this year, the ferrari for 2020 actually has some downforce

[@R_Stolp]

Anorher question, In what way will grosjean crash that we never seen before

[@valraukardso7117]

@@R_Stolp Crashing without driving the car.

[@farrandeschamps2186]

Excellently done, sir. Thanks.

[@RyTyme]

This was a very well done video. I was a bit confused about Mercedes DAS, how it functioned. Also, I guess DAS could stand for "dominate another season".

[@rishabh3150]

In short: MERCEDES ARE GENIUS! (a jealous ferrari fan)

[@Brandon-sc1fz]

why ban it? this is the type of innovation that is cool to see

[@MrConor159]

And relatively cheep and not that advantageous. It's not like it's some new sort of magnetic ai suspension.

[@sIightIybored]

It has been prohibited for 2021 since October when the rules were released. Perhaps because Mercedes were asking these questions.

[@philippschmid7519]

it isn't banned because the FIA doesn't like it, it's not allowed next year because the rules about the movement of the steering wheel got more precise. This could just be the reason Mercedes came up with this idea.

[@tobias5740]

Marc Priestley explained very well why a ban is justified. When every one implements the system, it just levels the playing field. The teams would need to add extra time and money to develop, for no actual benefit. This is especially bad for teams with more limited resources. It‘s essentially limiting their budget even more. The innovation/outsmarting effect will be gone next year. It‘s a fantastic curveball Mercedes threw the other teams right now, through innovation, they stay ahead. But they, and all other teams, need to come up with more! Allowing DAS for 2021 would just be a hindrance for further innovation.

[@DjDolHaus86]

It's mostly to do with how changing the toe angle changes the rest of the suspension geometry and how that affects the front ride height and rake angle. It's not likely to have much effect on overall downforce with the current over-body airflow designs but when switching to an under-body, ground effect focussed car for the 2021 season it could cause safety issues. If the system failed then you could potentially have a situation similar to a DRS flap refusing to shut where the driver is expecting a certain amount of grip entering a corner but turning in to suddenly find they've got way less and there's nothing they can do but crash.

[@martinandresjordantapia3563]

Thank you for the explanation....really good

[@ashishbabbar8928]

Really cool stuff.. love your work and way of explanation.... though you can use bit easy way to clear up the tough concepts.

[@970357ers]

0 toe actually is not the most efficient on straights, as drag pulls the wheels back, so slight positive toe is an optimum, to counteract the drag pull.

[@R_Stolp]

Anyone exiting for the 2 new gp's

[@snowjix]

This is the kind of innovations that define F1. It also shows why Mercedes is the best team on the grid. To the dispair of anyone wanting an exciting season for sure.

[@bberakable]

What a great explanation - thank you!

[@lingling1797]

Lando noris monza 2019 helmet design Lando is my favorite #GPBox

[@rodrio.bozzano8951]

Alonso helmet: Alonso has been an inspiration for me throughout my childhood, I watched him race in that blue Renault when I was very small and that really got me into F1. He has ever since been my hero, I swear I'm not a fanboy, just passionate. #GPBox www.thegpbox.com/product/fernando-alonso-2018-race-helmet/

[@StolenPw]

Thats an awesome poster I hope whoever got it has it proudly on their wall.

[@shyammenon5142]

Awesome explanation... Kudos mannn

[@sebastianochs7603]

VW: Volkswagen. Das Auto. Mercedes: Mercedes. DAS Lenkrad. (VW: Volkswagen. The car. Mercedes: Mercedes. The steering wheel.)

[@Vishnu-B]

Lolol :D :D

[@stratis722]

No one: Mercedes' Steering Wheel: *I'm moving up and down, side to side like a rollercoaster* Kimi: STEERING WHEEL AND GLOVES!! COME ON< GIVE ME THE STEERING WHEEL

[@Cykelhunden]

Love your vids man. Keep up the good work, and keep up teaching your knowledge about F1 topics, for both us that may not know that much about the tecnical side of F1, and for the more knowledged on that front. I also really like the amounts of time you use to make the great visualisation animations and pictures. I wouldn’t have understudies DAS without your great illustartions. I really like the Lando Norris 2019 helmet for the #GPBox

[@thehuggingsimmy1765]

I've heard from an article which was interviewing another team about this that it could take them at least half of the season to get their own version into their car.

[@anidiotinaracingcar4874]

Dear Chain Bear, in many many videos, that's only the second time I disagree with you. I'm fairly certain F1 cars use Anti-Ackerman geometries (with toe out nonetheless)

[@swaji258]

So no f1 2019 season review then? :(

[@formulafan4428]

Such great technique stunning video makes me wanna go back and try my own hand at it. The vibes, wakes my instinct I wanna go, setup a playlist with Metallica and Delta Parole and go off into my own world right this moment.

[@wakhdrahti-8736]

That's one perfect video. A big thank you

[@fpvillegas9084]

Is the DAS analog (variable range) or digital (pre-selected settings)? 🤔

[@PrOnIcKoO]

Felipe Villegas 5:40

[@skyscall]

Seems to be analog with a direct mechanical connection between the wheel and the toe angle, kinda like pushing and pulling a plane's control stick to change elevator angle

[@fpvillegas9084]

@@skyscall So driver skill would still be a factor because each corner would require different settings. There is also the question of DAS system reliability. Wow exciting season ahead of us. 👍

[@luuk341]

@@fpvillegas9084 Yes, but its likely that minimum and maximum angles are set by the mechanics beforehand so the drivers dont have to think. Pull the wheel back as far as it will go on the straights and vice versa for the corners. Having them fidle with 0.1degree tire angles for the corners makes not much sense to me since by the time they will have adjusted well enough they will be at the next corner already. That seems impracrical to me.

[@fpvillegas9084]

@@luuk341 OK, but the timing of the activation of the DAS will still depend on the driver. Just like when they fiddle with brake bias and LSD. Hamilton and Bottas sure would have a lot on their plate during qualifying and the race.

[@R6VIIshooter]

Mercedes: How much should we adjust the toe Lewis? Lewis: Yes

[@TahuGimbal415]

oh i love it, the explenation is easy to understand

[@jaydiddy0045]

Been waiting for this one!

[@TheTororist]

you would be a ravenclaw, should've known. and is that lewis as a centaur?? your internet history must be...umm... interesting to say the least 😂😂

[@Omar-vv2bu]

Honestly the exagerated angles really distrurbed me somehow lol

[@joeblough70]

bot does one think the computer aided engineers don’t have the front steering geometry figured out. Toe, yaw, camber/ caster change, bump steer, ride height changes with load! And other factors I no nothing about. Likely smoke & mirrors to distract others!

[@lukaswildner8040]

You should also add the rear axle toe it's very important in the whole equation. Generally in F1 car you want your front axle change the direction a minuscule MS later than rear that's why you have more toe out at the front and less at the back.

[@f1ibraaa5]

No wonder the Mercedes is so damn quick! (Watching this during round 1 Austrian GP weekend).