Welcome to the March 2025 JB Data Engineering Newsletter.
Welcome to the March newsletter! The UK winter is almost behind us and already championships and series are starting to spring to life. With the Asian Le Mans Series completed and IMSA’s Rolex 24 at Daytona and the FIA WEC’s Qatar 1812km run, now seems the right time to jump into the European and domestic seasons and go racing!
In this newsletter, we’re offering five tips to make sure your data logging and video equipment is in perfect shape for those early-season tests and opening rounds. Be sure to check them out and if you need support, spares or new equipment, visit www.jbdataengineering.co.uk or call (44) 7717 562169 . We’d be delighted to help!
Already at this early stage in the year we’re deep in the numbers – preparing to analyse, optimise and fine-tune performance where it counts. Our schedule for 2025 is packed with exciting projects but we may have room for one or two teams looking to gain that extra edge. If you need expert data insights to sharpen your race strategy, now’s the time to get in touch.
Availability is always tight but if you reach out soon, we might be able to fit you in. Whether it’s refining telemetry analysis, supplying and installing new equipment or providing real-time race support, we’re here to help you make smarter, faster decisions. Let’s talk before the opportunity passes – because in motorsport, every second counts.
Check now - save time later! Five tips to ensure your video and data loging equipment is ready for 2025 |
Have you inspected the installation of your video and data logging equipment since the last time your car was out on circuit? Ahead of the start of the new season, here are five tips from JB Data Engineering that will help ensure your data equipment is in the best possible shape for the opening round.
1) Visually check your data and video equipment
Check all the wiring and connections to make sure there are no signs of obvious wear and tear, fatigue or damage due to water, heat or contact. Review the complete system; from power source and cabling to camera and sensor installations.
2) Stable power is critical
Check to make sure you have a stable power supply. Unstable power can lead to intermittent data loss, noise in the sensor readings, random mid-session system re-boots and corrupted log files. Use a voltage regulator to ensure your system is getting a steady 12V supply, inspect grounding and wiring and, finally, check your alternator and battery health. If data is glitchy, the readings are erratic or you experience unexpected resets, voltage instability is a likely culprit.
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3) Optimise GPS antenna placement
Make sure the placement of your GPS antenna is optimal. Avoid placing it in the car or under metal structures like roll cages. If the roof is carbon fibre, use a ground plane to improve reception. Fit the antenna so that it’s level and facing straight up to properly receive satellite signals. Lastly, use a high-quality, low-loss and short (under 3-metre) cable to minimise signal degradation
4) Don’t over-tighten cable ties
If you’re cable-tying your cables to the chassis or roll-cage, make sure there is enough room so that the cables can move slightly under the cable tie. Over-tightened cable ties can result in breakages and data loss. When cabling the camera, it’s important to allow some slack to the cable at the back of camera case. Make sure you don’t overly bend any of the cables as this can cause interference or block signals back to the main unit.
5) Read the Regulations
Check the technical regulations for camera placement in the series you’ve entered. Some championships require forward-facing and rear-facing cameras. Other require a camera pointed at the driver and one forward-facing camera. Avoid scrutineering hiccups with a pre-season check of the regulations.
Remember: Checks now will save you valuable time at the circuit and ensure your data and video feeds are consistent, accurate and are of high quality
We hope these suggestions help you to maximise your test session. JB Data Engineering has extensive experience working with engineers and drivers to create effective test plans. If you’d like to benefit from our guidance to get the best from your day - whether as a team or a driver - please contact us on 00 (44) 7717 562169 to explore how we can help.
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With wireless connectivity and the AiM Cloud and Mobile App, engineers and teammates can quickly share telemetry and lap times. Durable, waterproof and vibration-resistant casings means that the AiM MyChron and 6 and 6 2T will be rugged, long-term investments.
The AiM MyChron 6 and 6 2T are some of the best tools available for karting performance analysis. Whether you’re a beginner looking to improve lap times or an advanced racer fine-tuning your setup, their GPS accuracy, sensor expandability and easy data review make them a must-have for serious karting.
Click here to order your AiM MyChron 6 or 6 2T from JB Data Engineering or call (44) 7717 562169 to discuss how we take your karting season to the next level.
If you’re looking to invest in a new data logging system or upgrading your video equipment, we’d be delighted to talk through your options and see where we can help. We have been supplying, installing, servicing and providing training for data logging systems for nearly ten years so we’re confident that wherever you’re racing and whatever budget you have, JB Data Engineering can help ensure you’re making the right decision.
Until next month…
Best Wishes,
Jordan
JB Data Engineering
Jordan
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