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roll cage

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roll cage [′rōl ‚kāj]
(design engineering)
A frame of metal bars that is installed in a racing car around the driver's seat to protect the driver in the event of an accident.


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Though the chassis for the first 100 cars will be made from stainless steel, all Connaughts will start with a laser-cut flat steel sheet that is folded, welded, jigged, and then joined to the upper roll cage structure.
Vehicle outline: Maximum engine output: 218kW (296PS) / 6,400rpm Maximum motor output: 147kW (200PS) Maximum output of overall hybrid system*: 254kW (345PS) Vehicle weight: 1,550kg or higher (weight specified by STO for the Super Taikyu Series) Main modifications of equipment for race: Front and rear suspensions Tires and wheels Safety roll cage Safety fuel tank Differential (mechanical LSD) Brake system Aerodynamic parts, reduced vehicle weight, etc.
The meet is sanctioned by the Western Racing Association, whose rules require drivers to be at least 35 years old and cars to be from before 1970, when sprint cars added safety roll cages.
 
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