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27 city EV, earlier post ) to create the T-Wave AR1, a concept EV two-seater to demonstrate the extreme weight savings possible with Toray’s carbonfiber composites. The T-Wave AR1 has a range of 185 km (115 miles) and a top speed of 147 km/h (91 mph). more energy in a collision. T-Wave AR1. Click to enlarge.
On the Audi R18 e-tron quattro, kinetic energy is recovered on the front axle during the braking phase. Power from the Motor Generator Unit accelerates the carbon-fiber flywheel, which runs in a high-vacuum. After the corner is taken and the driver accelerates again, the system delivers the energy to the front axle.
Volvo Car Group and engineering company Flybrid Automotive, part of the Torotrak Group, have been conducting UK tests of lightweight Flybrid flywheel KERS (Kinetic Energy Recovery System) technology. The flywheel’s stored energy is sufficient to power the car for short periods. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.) Earlier post.)
The bodywork consists mainly of a carbonfiber composite with ROHACELL structural foam from Evonik Industries. When they built the electromobile, the duo opted for a sandwich structure of carbon-fiber fabric and a structural core of Evonik’s ROHACELL polymethacrylimide (PMI) rigid foam.
Its turbocharger with variable turbine geometry makes optimal use of the exhaust gas energy for early and harmonious torque development. They are made of fiber-composite materials and, in keeping with Audi’s lightweight construction philosophy, each weighs just 26 kilograms (57.3 The A3 Sportback 30 g-tron 1.5
In combination with a lighter body enabled by the partial adoption of carbonfiber construction, the new buses will be able to operate continuously over increased distances—up to 80 kilometers (50 miles) on a full charge, at a top speed of 85 km/h (53 mph). Load capacity is 72 passengers.
The Audi R8 e-tron accelerates from zero to 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.6 Its top speed is normally limited to 200 km/h (124 mph); 250 km/h (155 mph) was approved for the record-setting lap. The R8 e-tron’s rechargeable lithium-ion battery stores 49 kWh of energy – enough for a distance of about 215 kilometers (133.6
kWh of energy. The concept car accelerates from zero to 100 km/h (62 mph in 4.4 seconds and reaches an electronically governed top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). In all-electric mode, it has a range of 50 km (31 miles) and a top speed of 60 km/h (37 mph). The axle load distribution is 50:50.
The plug-in, electric drive supercar has an all-electric range of 110 km (68 miles) plus a potential top speed of 330 km/h (205 mph), acceleration from 0-100 km/h (62 mph) in 3.4 seconds, and 80-145 km/h (50-90 mph) in 2.3 Active aerodynamics allow for a simple fuselage section that remains stable at very high speeds.
(The figures relating to motor output and energy consumption for the BMW iX M60 are predicted values based on the car’s current stage of development.). Its volumetric energy density at cell level is up by around 40% compared to the high-voltage battery in the 2020 BMW i3. kWh (gross energy content: 111.5
The Multimaterial Space Frame of the compact Audi crosslane coupé comprises three materials: aluminum, carbonfiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP), and glass fiber-reinforced polymer (GFRP). It also offers convincing advantages in terms of costs to the customer and its energy usage in a life cycle assessment. grams per mile).
The i3 and i8 will become the first purpose-built electric and hybrid-electric production vehicles to be made primarily from carbonfiber when they come to market in 2013 and 2014 respectively. A single-speed gearbox sends the power to the rear wheels and accelerates the BMW i3 Concept to a top speed of 150 km/h (93 mph).
The Teijin Group recently unveiled a super-lightweight electric concept car made with proprietary materials and technologies including carbonfiber composites, polycarbonate resins and bio-derived polyester. The body incorporates a core structure made of carbonfiber composite material. Click to enlarge. Weight Reduction.
The racing driver Sabine Schmitz has tested the battery-electric Furtive eGT sports car from Exagon Motors ( earlier post ) on the Nordschleife (north loop) of the Nürburgring, achieving a top speed of nearly 240 km/h (149 mph) on the 20 kilometer long Nordschleife.
Featuring three UQM motors developing a combined 700 bhp (522 kW), the AEGT has a top speed currently limited to 300 km/h (186 mph). The monocoque chassis is made entirely of carbonfiber to make it lighter and more rigid.
The frame and the swinging arm that holds the back wheel are made of carbonfiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP). The display shows road speed, distance covered, state of battery charge, energy consumption and slope angle at any given moment. The frame features a low center of gravity and a compact overall volume.
Carbonfiber, produced via artisan craftmanship in the Sant’Agata Bolognese factory, is the principal structural element within the new car, used not only in the monofuselage and frame but also for many elements of the bodywork. The Revuelto is the first super sports car to be fitted with a 100% carbonfiber front structure.
The racer can reach a top speed of 140 km/h (87 mph); two lithium polymer batteries with a combined capacity of 8 kWh support a range of 22 km (13.7 As individual battery cells age, they are able to store less and less energy. Until now, a battery system was able to provide only as much energy as was available in its weakest cell.
The Total gas station provides green hydrogen produced from wind energy by Enertrag. The Clean Energy Partnership (CEP) is a project that is promoted by Germany’s Federal Minister of Transport, Building and Urban Affairs in which the everyday suitability of hydrogen as a fuel in daily traffic is shown. kg of hydrogen.
seconds and has a top speed limited to 200 km/h (124 mph). In addition, the separator allows for the highly compact design of the battery cells, which results in high energy density at a low weight. 20%, leading to energy savings of about 5%. —Klaus Hedrich, Head of the Evonik Automotive Industry Team.
Because the electric hub motor only assists the rider’s pedaling up to 25 km/h (16 mph), the BMW i Pedelec Concept does not need to be insured or registered, no licence is required to use it, and the rider does not have to wear a helmet. It takes just four hours—or 1.5
It draws its drive energy from a 14.1 An Audi wallbox that is used for charging provides for optimal energy transfer. The brake calipers grip large, carbonfiber-ceramic brake discs, and the tire size is 285/30 R 21. Located between the 4.0 seconds and can reach a top speed of 305 km/h (189.52 Body and chassis.
The BMW i8 Concept Spyder accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in five seconds on the way to an electronically governed top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). The electric motor sources its energy from a lithium-ion battery pack which can be fully charged from a domestic power socket in less than two hours.
The XL1 is aggressively optimized for efficiency in all areas of its design and technology—from materials (carbonfiber reinforced polymer monocoque); to powertrain (0.8L The XL1 has a top speed (electronically controlled) of 160 km/h (99 mph); cruising at a constant 100 km/h the XL1 uses only 8.3 kWh to cover more than 0.6
Audi says that with its first e-tron technology study in the luxury class, it is showing what a locally produced New Energy Vehicle from Audi might look like. In addition, it can recover energy during deceleration, or it can boost output power for strong acceleration by combining the two drives.
In the Toyota Mirai, compressed hydrogen fuel is stored in three 10,000-psi carbon-fiber-reinforced high-pressure tanks: one mounted longitudinally in the center of the car; another mounted transversely under the rear seat, and a third below the battery. Normal initial acceleration uses battery energy, just as a battery EV would.
When the energy required to build the e-gas facility and wind power generators is included in a comprehensive analysis, CO 2 emissions under e-Gas operation are still less than 30 grams per km (48.28 With the e-gas project, Audi is the first automobile manufacturer to develop an entire chain of sustainable energy carriers.
It draws its traction energy from a liquid-cooled lithium-ion battery in the rear with a capacity of 14.1 The show car is charged via an Audi wall box, which uses intelligent charge management to ensure the optimal feed of energy to the lithium-ion battery. Top speed is 305 km/h (190 mph). Located between the 4.0
kg of hydrogen on board, the SUV generates enough energy for a range of up to 478 km (297 miles) in hybrid mode. Combined output is 155 kW, with peak torque of 365 N·m; top speed is 160 km/h (99 mph). Two carbon-fibre-encased tanks built into the vehicle floor hold 4.4 kg of hydrogen. Only hydrogen is consumed.
The Gen2 car will celebrate its debut on the track with double the battery energy storage capacity of its predecessor, the Gen1 car. seconds and has a top speed of 280 km/h (174 mph). The casing for the inverter is made entirely of carbonfiber reinforced plastic.
The outer skin of the show car is made of carbonfiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP); the occupant cell is a mix of CFRP monocoque and an aluminum structure. kWh of usable energy. mph) in 16.9 It reaches 60 km/h (37 mph) in around six seconds. It reaches 60 km/h (37 mph) in around six seconds. lb), stores 7.1
The US Department of Energy (DOE) will award $49.4 The new program-wide funding opportunity ( DE-FOA-0000991 ) ( earlier post ), was announced by Energy Secretary Ernest Moniz at the Washington Auto Show. AOI 2: Integrated Computational Materials Engineering (ICME) Development of CarbonFiber Composites for Lightweight Vehicles. ($6M)
At the opening of Auto Guangzhou 2012, Shanghai General Motors launched its first localized new energy vehicle, the Sail SPRINGO EV. The top speed is 130 km/h (81 mph). Electric range is 130 km (81 miles) under a variety of road conditions and 200 km (124 iles) at a constant speed of 60 km/h (37 mph). The Sail SPRINGO EV.
With only a 15 kW motor, the vehicle reaches a maximum speed of 120 km/h (75 mph). To achieve the relatively long range from the relatively small battery pack, the partners used weight reduction, low aerodynamic resistance, an efficient drivetrain, low rolling resistance tires and energy-saving air-conditioning. Click to enlarge.
The car will average 100 miles to the gallon and will be able to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in less than six seconds. 100% energy braking recovery. A small carbonfiber accumulator operating between 5,000-7,000 psi will provide for braking recovery energy storage, and will provide power for a full throttle launch to 60 mph in under 5.9
Furthermore, the electric motor (10 kW)—designed as a pulse start module (starter, alternator and E-drive)—also reduces the load of the TDI, provides added propulsion (boosting) and works to recover kinetic energy (regenerative braking). In this case, a lithium-ion battery supplies the energy. For shorter distances of up to 2 km (1.2
This is reflected in areas of the car such as its optimized aerodynamics, intelligent lightweight CarbonFiber Reinforced Plastic design as well as extensive use of natural and recycled materials. That will be enough to propel the BMW iX from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in under 5.0 Fifth-generation BMW eDrive technology.
The chassis and powertrain are set up to allow the team to investigate different layouts and their effects on energy consumption and performance, including rear-wheel drive, all-wheel drive and front-wheel drive. at 160 mph. —Mark Rushbrook, motorsports director, Ford Performance. Downforce is targeted at more than 2,300 lb.
This e-tron accelerates from 60 to 120 km/h (37 - 75 mph) in 5.1 The top speed is limited to 200 km/h (124 mph). The energy storage unit is charged with household current (230 volts, 16 amperes) via a cable and a plug; the socket is behind a cover at the back of the car.
With Sport Mode engaged to unleash 610 bhp and Launch Control activated to release all 811 lb-ft of instantaneous torque, the BMW iX M60 will hit 60 mph from a standstill in 3.6 That is, instead of permanent magnets, the excitation of the rotor is triggered by the precisely metered supply of electrical energy.
The rolling road accommodates full-size vehicles, with air and rolling road speeds coordinated up to 180 mph. Air is moved through the massive circuit at a maximum rate of 47,500 cu ft per second by a 5,100 hp motor and 29 carbonfiber blades that are 22 feet in diameter.
The objective of this AOI is to accelerate the realization of lighter weight vehicle materials made from magnesium and carbonfiber capable of attaining 50% weight reduction of passenger vehicles. Development of Low-Cost CarbonFiber. Electric motor efficiency targets within the FOA. Click to enlarge.
Hydrogen is a versatile energy source that has a key role to play in the energy transition process and therefore in climate protection. After all, it is one of the most efficient ways of storing and transporting renewable energies. We should use this potential to also accelerate the transformation of the mobility sector.
Audi is presenting the second generation of its high-performance R8 sports car at the upcoming Geneva show, featuring new V10 engines, newly developed quattro drive, and a new multimaterial Audi Space Frame (ASF) combining aluminum and carbonfiber reinforced plastics (CFRP). mph) or 250 km/h (155.3 Audi R8 V10. The R8 e-tron 2.0
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