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Feb 26, 2023, 6 tweets

I had to draw the @WilliamsRacing #FW45, such nice lines and livery. It's much more conventional this year, which is probably a good idea.
#F1 #f1tech #F12023

The sidepods are a mix of a downwash waterslide ontop, combined with a ridged shoulder and deep front undercut.
This seems to tick every design option and meet all of the aero functions
#F1 #f1tech #F12023

While floor appears to be simple, but is a work in progress. With obvious panel lines to allow new bits to be bonded in.
#F1 #f1tech #F12023

Cooling still relies a lot on centreline cooling, similar to last seasons updated car.
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Hot air outlets are the common mix of canon outlet and optional louver panels.
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Quite a lot of paint on the Williams compared to baby, with its 'W' harlequin-esque livery.

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