BMW Group presents a new milestone to achieve CO2-free mobility. BMW Concept activée provide a sense of pure electrical equipment of BMW. Focused on practical needs, this study is based on the BMW 1 Series Coupe and create extraordinary agility and driving pleasure typical of BMW 1-Series, for the first time as part of the concept of emissions-free vehicles.
With a world first activée BMW Concept in the 2010 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit, BMW Group has highlighted the continued research and development activities in the field of electro-mobility. Field tests with the MINI E, as part of I in the U.S. and Europe have already provided important insights into the demands of production required in future electric vehicles. In a second stage, I started construction of a second trial on the basis of a fleet of electric vehicles BMW Concept activée. This vehicle is also intended for everyday use of the private fleet and select customers as part of a large field scale tests. The information gathered in the process will be incorporated into the development of a production series electric-powered vehicles that the BMW Group will market in the sub-brand under the BMW in the first half of next decade. BMW BMW Concept activée been possible to explore new packaging solutions and vehicle components that are critical to the success of vehicles in megacities. Integration of the components of the unit in an intelligent vehicle include a bunch of BMW 1 Series Coupé offers the opportunity to get four full size seats and luggage compartment with a capacity of 200 liters / cu ft 7 engine, specially developed for the model and is in the rear axle, provides 125 kW / 170 hp and 250 Nm of torque provides / 184 lb-ft. This speed of vehicles in less than 9 seconds from zero to 100 km / h (0-60 mph in approx. 8.5 seconds).
Electric drive systems to obtain the energy of the new advanced lithium-ion battery pack developed jointly by BMW and SB LiMotive cooperation partners, especially for BMW Concept activée. They allow a range of approx. 160 kilometers (100 miles) in everyday use. A smart battery management to help achieve this range is largely independent of outside weather conditions. Furthermore, the time required to charge the lithium-ion battery is very short. In a European grid, the battery can be charged in only 3 hours in the wall box with the current 50 amperes at 230/240 volts. In North America, with a high current (32 amps continuous) wall of the housing box, charge time is approximately 4.5 hours.
Innovative technology for the sheer pleasure of driving without CO2 emissions.
BMW Concept activée new dimension to create electric equipment pure mobility. Dynamic potential and high torque transmission system driving pleasure, together with the rear wheels, which are characteristic of the brand, assures the absolute characteristics typical of BMW – but no CO2 emissions. The impressive array of features and high levels of fitness for everyday use is the added feature of this concept, which defines the electro-true mobility typical of BMW.
BMW Group is an important key to the electro-mobility in the development of future-oriented concept vehicles and propulsion systems, as part of its EfficientDynamics strategy. In the medium term, the BMW Group is the development of innovative vehicle concepts emission-free mobility in urban areas. This is called the megacity of vehicles is also available with an electric thruster. Activée BMW Concept represents a further step towards implementing this vision. Vehicle components can be developed further for subsequent integration into the megacity of vehicles.
Electric drive: emissions free, powerful and compact.
The concept offers the possibility of pleasure typical of BMW BMW activée emission-free driving. Requirements for the electro-mobility characteristic of the BMW was made based on sustainable development in the powertrain. Latest results is a new synchronous electric motor adapted to the BMW Concept activée. This provides a high level of efficiency, power delivery, and the compact design.
Maximum power output is 125 kW/170 hp unit again. The maximum torque of 250 Nm / 184 lb-ft available from standing as typical of electric motors. Par is still available through a wide load range. Unlike an asynchronous electric motor, the new engine that provides a relatively high level of torque, higher speeds, and even highway speed, increasing torque load is not reduced sharply, but gradually decreased . Speed torque curve of an engine more so, is much more similar to the familiar pattern of combustion engines.
The concept vehicle and drive system provides agility and dynamic performance acceleration that is characteristic of the BMW 1 Series Coupe. On the basis of realistic simulations, the number is less than 9 seconds is measured to run from zero to 100 km / h (0-60 miles in 8.5 seconds), with 60 km / h mark reached after less than
4.5 seconds. The vehicle’s maximum speed, electronically limited to around 145 km / h or 90 mph.
The innovative nature of the power unit is also reflected in the relationship between production and optimized the conditions of the engine: a compact package of power fully integrated into the rear axle of the BMW Concept activée. Here the disk system occupies the space in conventional vehicles for the differential, integrated functions in the system unit.
Increasing the reach of energy healing.
In the pure electric-powered BMW, the driver can control the deceleration and acceleration through the movement of the accelerator. Once the driver’s foot leaves the accelerator pedal, the engine generates electricity to operate, changes in the vehicle’s kinetic energy into electricity and store it in batteries. The intensive use of what is called the energy recovery process by increasing the engine up to 20% range.
At the same time, created an effective braking torque, which will result in vehicle deceleration. This response allows an engine very comfortable, especially in the media and different constant speed. The traffic in urban areas, about 75 percent of all deceleration maneuver initiated without the need for the brake. Brake Energy Regeneration During the function, the vehicle brake lights illuminated.
This braking effect acting on the rear wheels only. When the driver requires a higher level of deceleration, the brake pedal participation conventional hydraulic braking system. If emergency braking maneuvers required during braking Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) applies selective braking systems and complete engine measures to ensure safe braking that is always guaranteed.
Brake system equipped with an electric vacuum pump that is activated on demand. Along with the electric power steering (EPS) model known BMW 1-Series, these features contribute to improve the overall efficiency of the vehicle.
Innovative lithium-ion battery pack with a coolant itself.
Lithium-ion battery pack developed specifically for this power supply for motor vehicles and all other functions of the BMW Concept activée. Battery high voltage drive offers a storage capacity is very high and resistance. For the first time, the storage cells used primarily developed for use in automobiles of the BMW Group in collaboration with partners, in collaboration with the SB LiMotive. Strong cell battery is the key when it comes to production design to electric powered vehicles. Through collaboration with BMW Group is a joint venture between Bosch and Samsung SDI Company [SB LiMotive] leadership experience in the field of battery technology and electro-mobility met. The aim is to use the best technology available in the area of energy storage as part of development of mega vehicles.
For some time, lithium-ion technology has demonstrated that the storage capacity is very high and the cycle of resistance – for example in mobile phones and laptops. SB LiMotive technology expertise to ensure that this property is maintained even in the special conditions used in the car and demands that are relevant in terms of durability, resilience and security.
Lithium batteries, the concept of BMW activée water cooling system and intelligent management system of the battery, which is a key element in improving both the storage capacity and resistance of the battery cells. This system also ensures that sustained long-term largely depends on climatic conditions outdoors. Large storage capacity is a key factor in achieving a range as long as possible. Storage system developed for the BMW Concept activée allows real-world wide about 160 km / 100 miles on one charge, depending on conditions (range FTP72 cycle is estimated at 240 km / 150 miles in the simulation).
Modular, compact, space-saving integration.
Another special feature of the battery is outstanding cohesion, although production and capacity. Membership of the battery cells, grouped into modules, is ideal in terms of packaging, function and balance of the vehicle. This battery pack is located in a combustion engine and fuel tank would normally be. Most of the battery in the BMW Concept activée is located in the conventional shaft and the fuel tank will be at the bottom of the vehicle. Moreover, some of the battery is in the combustion engine is normally found. Using a lightweight and highly efficient smart lithium ion battery cells, the sidewalks of heavy vehicles is restricted to about 1800 kg / 3900 kg.
Characteristics of the driving experience of BMW, the BMW 1 Series Coupe.
The position of center of gravity cell vehicle moves down. Furthermore, the design of the battery cells in the protection of the vehicle near 50-50 weight distribution characteristic of the BMW. In this case, the BMW Concept activée offers ideal conditions for the driving experience is characterized by high levels of agility.
In relation to the available space in the interior, the BMW Concept activée not have a weakness compared to the BMW 1 Series Coupé with a conventional combustion engine. There are four full size seats with the same size of the head, legs and shoulders.
Optimal positions of power in the electric motor integrated into the rear axle for security and functionality, which reduces the ability of luggage. However, the BMW Concept activée still has enough baggage to give flexibility in everyday use. With the volume of approx. 200 liters / cu ft 7, and even exceed the capacity of the trunk of the BMW 1 Series Convertible with the roof open and can accommodate two golf bags 46 inches, for example.
Reliable and safe: electronic power control and monitor vehicle functions.
The power electronics regulate the supply of electric current BMW Concept activée the motor amperage and voltage required. It also controls the power supply to the network of electric vehicles. Using a voltage transformer and system of intelligent battery management, a reliable supply of electricity for all functions of the vehicle is guaranteed, including convenience and entertainment features familiar from the production model BMW 1-Series . Drive components, power supply, and battery, according to comprehensive safety standards for electric vehicles, as defined by the BMW Group.
Central control function built into the electronics and battery power to ensure continuous monitoring of all components. The driver of the malfunction immediately and if necessary there is a version of the automated system shutdown.
The introduction of modern technologies: new energy, good with speed and flexibility.
Development of consistent production of a series of electric-powered vehicles also includes an innovative solution for flexible, user-friendly load the energy storage system in a vehicle in a manner appropriate for everyday use. Lithium-ion battery pack BMW Concept activée can be recharged through a variety of different resources.
This means that the vehicle is not dependent on a particular station and the energy of the different levels of power that can be inserted into the battery according to availability. Each conversion is needed is raised by the battery control system of high performance.
This gives the driver more flexibility in the use of vehicles. In addition to using high-amp wall box – a supply system installed in the user home optimized to reduce loading time also allows use of conventional electrical outlet or charging stations accessible to the public that are available in cooperation with energy suppliers. Thus, termination can be used to expand the scope of the travel of vehicles when needed.
Lithium-ion batteries for BMW Concept activée set a new benchmark for energy storage systems in electric vehicles. Apart from the voltage and current are available, creating a power capacity is very high in a very short time. In a European grid, the battery can be charged in only 3 hours in the wall box with the current 50 amperes at 230/240 volts. In North America, with a high current (32 amps continuous), 220-volt wall box housing, the charging time is approximately 4.5 hours.
Innovative convenience features: helping heating and air conditioning complete with additional remote control.
In conjunction with a strong battery technology, the concept of a purely electric-powered vehicles offer additional opportunities for the integration of innovative comfort features. For BMW Concept activée, special heating and air conditioning system has been developed that are included with the battery power of high voltage electric vehicles through a network. The fact that heating and cooling systems are electrically through the desired temperature compressor can be provided in a vehicle, even when silent.
Motorists can heat or cool the interior before the trip using the heat aid or air conditioning system – an option that is available when the vehicle is connected to the charging station and batteries fully charged. This ensures that the range is not reduced by the convenience functions, but actually increased. The reason for this is that the energy needed to heat or cool a vehicle with a connection to the power supply should not be taken from the battery during the trip.
Climate control system developed for the BMW Concept activée also be activated by phone. This option also includes a timer function so the driver can ensure that the pre-cooled vehicle comfortable or pre-heated before entering in the morning, for example. Pre-weather, not only to optimize driving comfort but also the operational status of the energy storage system in the sense that it maximizes the scope of the vehicle. Control of heating and air conditioning with a mobile phone available through BMW ConnectedDrive. Activée concept BMW showed various options for use of this service with the full integration of the connection to a smart phone in information systems and car entertainment.
The specific functions of remote control through BMW ConnectedDrive.
Besides operating a remote intelligent auxiliary heating and air conditioning, BMW ConnectedDrive offers additional services, especially developed for the BMW Concept activée. The main objective here is user-oriented and relay accurate information about the state of the vehicle. No matter how far away the vehicle, the driver can obtain information about the state of charge of lithium-ion batteries and a wide trip this permission. The remote control function also provides support in the pursuit of public service station near you.
Setting the remote control-related functions specifically for usage scenarios that arise in daily traffic. For example, the driver can go shopping or eating in restaurants, while the vehicle is supplied with electric current in a charging station. In no time the driver can obtain information on current costs with the state of mobile phone battery. The driver can also determine how long it takes for the battery to achieve a power capacity sufficient for the trip home, enabling other activities to be planned. Provide sufficient charge is available, the driver can also activate the heating and air conditioning during the trip when the battery is fully charged and connected to the vehicle power source. Thus, a comfortable temperature may occur in the car within minutes and at the right moment before leaving.
Additional journeys can also be easily prepared using an innovative remote control functions. For example, the driver can check the status of battery power and distance of travel of vehicles available today, while at work or sitting in a cafe. This makes it quick and easy way to determine if additional trips can be made before the trip home before the energy supply up. The driver gains greater flexibility as they can find public charging stations at some locations in particular. Based on the information transmitted to a mobile phone, you can determine quickly whether a scheduled stop spontaneously can be used to charge the vehicle.
Design: undoubtedly BMW 1 Series Coupe.
BMW Concept activée technology noted for its unique design features. BMW activée this concept seems to be based on the BMW 1 Series Coupe, which is famous for exceptional agility and efficiency. With high proportions, the BMW Concept activée also create a very sporty. Side view is dominated by the prominent shoulder lines and short overhangs. In addition, BMW offers a striking concept in light alloy activée optimized aerodynamics. Typical appearance created in part by the specific concepts behind the platform completely closed, showing that the vehicle emissions was not completely free because the drainage system. There is a distinction recognized by the production model BMW 1 Series Coupé with liquid metal body finished in white, and graphic elements of the printed circuit in Electric Blue on the hood, doors, roof and trunk, as well as the letter “activée “” eDrive “and” Efficient Dynamics “at the door and side panel. The following items also reflect the special nature of this electric-powered vehicles: the blue light load plug the back of the transparent cap, blue roof lights and fins kidney mother finished in blue. Blue rings on the tires also contributes to a visual extension of 18-inch wheels.
Inside, the details of each study highlights the distinctive style and a functional relationship with the electrical unit. Among other things, the concept of BMW interior leather seats have special activée graphic elements emerge and blue contrast stitching. Dashboard and door panels have been set in strip of white liquid. Decorative strips on the dashboard with a finished three-dimensional graphics activée backlight. Blue lighted start / stop and a symbol selector knob in White / Blue graphics complement the overall concept. In addition, the instrument panel and center have been showing increased to control electrical unit.
Tachometer, there is the battery capacity is displayed on the instrument panel. Current status of the battery cost is shown in percent. There is also a second instrument that shows the current amount is drawn from the battery and the amount of energy that feeds the battery of Brake Energy Regeneration.
In addition to features intimate, the central information display also has a battery level indicator, the current state of the system function and position of the power station.
The boot, which shines plexiglass screen provides an overview of the electronic transmission of electric power. Cable charges comfortably housed in an additional storage compartment between the arch of the left wheel and power electronics.
A future-oriented technology that stretched all brands: electro-mobility as a pillar EfficientDynamics.
With activée BMW Concept, BMW Group demonstrates the continuation of the project in which research and development activities aimed at achieving emission-free mobility independent of fossil fuels. For the first time, the concept of pure electric power stations in combination with the characteristics of the BMW 1 Series Coupe.
BMW Group is the development of electro-mobility as a major pillar of the strategy EfficientDynamics. Electric drives offer additional options for individual mobility, in addition to the continuous optimization of pure internal combustion engine, the market launch of BMW ActiveHybrid technology in the production of vehicles and the BMW Hydrogen 7 as evidence of the suitability of hydrogen for encourage daily use.
I gathers the BMW Group’s activities concerning the development of production cars with electric motors. The focus is on concept vehicles mega production that meet the requirements of sustainable mobility solutions for urban areas, with a choice of electric drive.
Projects with i, the BMW Group is carrying out field trials around the world only in the use of electrical equipment vehicle traffic every day. MINI E, which occurred around 600, is currently being used by private customers in California, New York and New Jersey and in several parts of Europe. This pilot project aims to collect important data about user behavior, the concept vehicle requirements, specific components of electrical infrastructure and power supply.
Activée BMW Concept creates a basis for the expansion and intensification of these field tests in the electro-mobility, designed to allow large-scale production in the future. The aim is to produce a fleet to a scale that exceeds the MINI E.
With expanded functions, including four chairs, an intelligent technology activée dynamic structure and the quality is not defeated by the rear wheels so typical of BMW, a vehicle concept reflects a new approach while staying true to the BMW brand values . The components of the electric drive system has been designed taking into account the requirements of future megacity vehicle to promote the development of car production. BMW Concept activée inched closer to the future of individual mobility that combine driving pleasure with CO2 emissions free travel.
