West, Wilhelm JoachimLimebeer, D.J.N.2022-02-102022-02-102022West, W.J. & Limebeer, D.J.N. Optimal tyre management for a high-performance race car. Vehicle System Dynamics 2022, vol. 60, no. 1, pp. 1-19, https://doi.org/10.1080/00423114.2020.1802047.0042-3114 (print)1744-5159 (online)10.1080/00423114.2020.1802047http://hdl.handle.net/2263/83745Optimal control is used to study the management of tyre performance for a Formula One car. Tyre friction is compromised by accumulated wear and operation outside the tyre design temperature window – inappropriate thermal operation accelerates tyre wear. In this study tyre wear is modelled as a function of the tyre surface temperature and the power dissipated at the road contact. The tyre's frictional performance is modelled as a function of temperature and accumulated wear. A previously developed thermodynamic model is modified by the addition of a state representing the tyres' carcass temperature. Optimal control calculations are used to optimise (multi-lap) performance by improving grip and extending the life of the tyres. In combination, tyre wear and friction control can be used to schedule tyre changes and minimise race times.en© 2020 Informa UK Limited, trading as Taylor & Francis Group. This is an electronic version of an article published in Vehicle System Dynamics 2022, vol. 60, no. 1, pp. 1-19, https://doi.org/10.1080/00423114.2020.1802047. Vehicle System Dynamics is available online at : http://www.tandfonline.comloi/nvsd20.Thermal tyre modelTyre frictionTyre wearOptimal controlFormula One racingPostprint Article