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F1: FIA get on more protection in cockpit with 'Halo' starting next year
Updated On: 02 March, 2016 08:32 AM IST | | Agencies
<p>FIA’s move to introduce more cockpit protection in the form of the ‘Halo’ from 2017, has drawn mixed reactions from drivers. mid-day gives you a low-down on the closed cockpit concept</p>
The Halo (outlined in red) designed by Mercedes for world champion Lewis Hamilton, who is keen on its implementation for safety of drivers
What?
Formula One’s governing body, FIA, recently announced that improved cockpit protection is due to be introduced in 2017 with the ‘Halo’, their preferred option. The Halo — first pioneered by Lewis Hamilton’s Mercedes team, is a bar attached to the car that curves around the driver’s head and is supported in front by an upright strut. It is designed to shield drivers from flying debris. The Halo will weigh around 10 Kgs
The Halo (outlined in red) designed by Mercedes for world champion Lewis Hamilton, who is keen on its implementation for safety of drivers
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