CFD pioneer Nick Wirth on solving real world problems with F1 knowledge

<p>Edd Straw interviews Nick Wirth, founder of Wirth Research, about how his company is using CFD technology sharpened over his decades in motorsport to tackle wider-world problems.&nbsp;</p><br><p>Wirth, boss of the Simtek team that raced in F1 in 1994-95, who also had stints with Benetton and Virgin, has long been an evangelist for the power of CFD. </p><br><p>He offers some characteristically strong opinions on why it should have replaced the use of windtunnels in F1, as well as explaining the ever-growing potential of the technology.&nbsp;</p><br><p>We also get Gary Anderson’s insight on windtunnel research versus CFD aero testing, as well as answering your questions on calculations, the cost of manufacturing parts, the plank and Ferrari’s troubles.</p><br><p><em>Got a question for Gary? Send it to podcasts@the-race.com</em></p><br><p><strong><em>Want bonus episodes and ad-free listening? Get 90% off your first month's membership to The Race Members' Club </em></strong><a href="htt...