Corporate HOMEHYBRID SOLUTIONSBTCC HYBRID SYSTEM BTCC HYBRID SYSTEM Combining our current range of performance electronics with a suite of new products, we were entrusted with developing and delivering a brand-new hybrid system for the BTCC, taking the motorsport series into an exciting future. COSWORTH ANTARES 8 VCU Our Antares 8 VCU (Vehicle Control Unit) has the capabilities to drive the entire hybrid package, from running the ICE to managing the control strategies for all the hybrid powertrain components. On top of this, Antares 8 facilitates full chassis and ICE data logging. Powertrain strategies can be written using an array of pre-existing software and provide control for FBW and ICE strategies | Energy deployment | Energy regeneration | Cooling systems | Safety parameter protocolsn BATTERY PACK CHARGING SYSTEM The 60V battery pack is our advanced energy store for the hybrid system. It includes a 12V charging connection and BMS (Battery Management System). The package is self-isolating on disconnection from the car and when the vehicle charger is disconnected the Delta-Cosworth unit monitors battery cell health and the energy control for deployment and regeneration. It also has the responsibility for sending and receiving of all battery related data. Lastly it manages the control strategies sent from the Antares 8 VCU, these strategies are calculated as a result of the data received from the BMS itself. ELECTRIC MOTOR The P2 off-axis electric motor is connected to the powertrain through a gearbox and is used to deploy and regenerate energy stored in the battery pack. The unit is managed by a dedicated motor controller package and is capable of producing 50hp peak power. INVERTER MOTOR CONTROLLER The dedicated motor controller communicates the energy and regeneration strategies to and from the electric motor. The unit also manages the energy flow to and from the battery pack. Deployment and regeneration is controlled by the Antares 8 VCU, including motor speed, torque monitoring and energy deployment from the electric motor. COOLING SYSTEM We provide custom designed PWR cooling systems for both battery and motor to ensure they are kept within operating temperature parameters. The custom radiators dedicated to the hybrid system components manage cooling for E-Motor | Inverter/Motor controller | Battery pack | Temperature sensors and coolant pressure pumps report back to the Antares 8 VCU. In turn, control strategies are communicated to electric coolant pumps to safely manage system temperatures and pressures. RUNNING UP THE HILL There are few events that can consider themselves as iconic or exciting as the Goodwood Festival of Speed and its legendary hill climb. Find out more… CASE STUDIES BTCC HYBRID Motorsport has always been at the forefront of automotive technology, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible and setting new standards... MORE > AG2 ENGINE Cosworth’s involvement in unmanned aerial vehicle programmes began in 2005 in response to the US military’s policy to use jet... MORE > ALIVEDRIVE APP Our partnership with General Motors resulted in development of the industry-leading Performance Data Recorder (PDR). MORE > FOLLOW Our CEO Hal Reisiger will be presenting at Monetizing The Digital Car Virtual ‘Live’ event online at 11:30am (GMT). Hal will be covering ‘Less is more: maximising the value of data’ followed by a live Q&A. #monetizingdigitalcarvc https://www.monetizingthedigitalcar.com/index.php Testing continues for the RWD Hybrid BMW ahead of the championship entering the exciting new hybrid era in 2022. Next year the cars will feature our bespoke hybrid system. #Cosworth #BTCC #Hybrid FOLLOW COLLABORATING WITH CAPABILITIES Electrification Performance Digitalisation Case studies CUSTOMER SUPPORT Support forum Porsche Motorsport Returns Toolbox support Suppliers PEOPLE 60 years of Cosworth Apprenticeships Graduates Current opportunities INFORMATION Corporate News Products Covid-19 Contact Legal policies Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Youtube © Copyright 2021 Cosworth. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy | Modern Slavery