AUBURN HILLS, Mich.,
Jan. 16, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- In
order to support the transition to cleaner and more efficient
vehicles, BorgWarner offers its P2 module for hybrid electric
vehicles (HEVs) to customers all over the world. Available as both
on- and off-axis configurations, the company's highly flexible
technology facilitates fast-to-market hybridization by enabling
pure electric driving as well as hybrid functionalities such as
stop/start, regenerative braking and supplemental electric
propulsion. By uniting all required components in a compact
package, BorgWarner's advanced solution can easily be implemented
in existing drivetrains, enabling high degrees of existing capital
utilization and hybrid volume flexibility for automakers.
Furthermore, both configurations of the company's P2 module provide
significant CO2 emission reductions with low added costs
compared to other hybrid architectures. Given the capability to
design, develop and manufacture all required parts of this
comprehensive hybrid propulsion solution, such as power
electronics, electric motors, chain systems, clutching systems and
controls in-house, BorgWarner is uniquely positioned on the
market.
"With our innovative and highly adaptable P2 modules, we offer
tailor-made solutions that meet our customers' specific
requirements. In order to provide an optimal propulsion system
solution, we regularly join forces with global OEMs – today we are
pleased to announce a comprehensive development contract with a
Chinese automaker for our on-axis design," said James R. Verrier, President and Chief Executive
Officer, BorgWarner. "Trends like autonomous driving, connected
cars, ride sharing and efficiency are driving change in the
automotive industry, and P2 hybrids are receiving a great deal of
attention. As a leading supplier for clean and efficient
technologies for combustion, hybrid and electric vehicles, we are
uniquely positioned to enable these trends and support automakers
around the globe as they move toward a clean, energy-efficient
future."
Placed between the internal combustion engine and the
transmission, BorgWarner's P2 modules are capable of decoupling the
engine for limited pure electric driving. They enable both mild
hybrid architectures with 48V power supplies as well as
conventional high-voltage applications. Moreover, BorgWarner's
cutting-edge hybrid solutions combine an efficient electric
traction motor, power electronics, an engine disconnect clutch and
clutch control module as well as a dual mass flywheel in one
compact module that needs minimal axial space. To address the
highly varied application spectrum for hybridization, BorgWarner
developed two design variants: on-axis and off-axis. In the former,
the electric motor is located directly on the main axis enabling
easy integration and a compact overall package. This configuration
allows several clutch options, offers high power density and
increases fuel efficiency as well as performance. The off-axis
configuration places the electric motor parallel to the main axis
for an even more compact axial package minimizing changes necessary
to implement with existing engines and transmissions. Torque is
transferred via a highly efficient and durable chain. This design
offers compatibility with manual, automatic and dual-clutch
transmissions and addresses the tight packaging of modern
drivetrains. In addition, it allows the use of different gear
ratios and the integration of further chain-driven components.
About BorgWarner
BorgWarner Inc. (NYSE: BWA) is a
global product leader in clean and efficient technology solutions
for combustion, hybrid and electric vehicles. With manufacturing
and technical facilities in 64 locations in 17 countries, the
company employs approximately 27,000 worldwide. For more
information, please visit borgwarner.com.
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