Approach
- We were responsible for concept development supply, integration and validation of the complete drive train, including the sizing design and supply of:
- APU and power take-off units
- Battery pack and battery management system
- Rear axle with integrated steering, traction motor and gearbox
- Thermal management system
- Hybrid control system
Situation and objective
- TSB funded programme working with commercial vehicle OEM
- 18-tonne series hybrid with challenging performance, emissions and economy targets
Results and Benefits
- High fidelity demonstrator delivered, achieving performance targets
- Applied full ISO 26262 lifecycle to ASIL D to hybrid control system
- Patent pending on body, rear axle and APU designs