The carbon discs and pads used on Formula I cars generate so much heat that they glow red hot. High temperatures are, in fact, necessary for the
effective operation of carbon brakes. But there3 still plenty of potential for recovering the kinetic energy, rather than mere|y dissípating it ín the form of heat The potential for recovering
energy also extends to the
heat generated by engines
and exhaust systems. This
area has also been discussed
as a oossible area for future
exploitation in motor racing.
Heat recovery might offer the
added benefit of reducing
heat soak ítherma| absorption
by the chassisf as delicate
alloy parts and sensitive nonmetallic
materials, such as
polymers, are susceptible to
heat damage..