The recently-announced Spark-Renault SRT_01E Formula E racing car will feature a Rechargeable Energy Storage System (RESS). The RESS system is according to Appendix J article 251 3.1.7 of the ISC is the complete energy storage device, comprising an energy storage medium (e.g. flywheel, capacitor or battery). The design of the RESS is free but must be homologated by the FIA.(10) Part of the RESS are the traction batteries and the Battery Management System, these are supplied by Williams Advanced Engineering.
Renault plans to enter next year's FIA Formula E Championship. On its way toward that goal, it debuted the Spark-Renault SRT_01E electric racer before the world in Frankfurt. The electric one-seater's rear wheels draw power from a 270-hp electric motor. Regulations call for limiting that full output to "push to pass" overtaking during races, maintaining a regular maximum of 180 hp. It is the first car to be homologated by the FIA.
Using the very latest technology, the zero emission SRT_01E aims to stretch the boundaries of what is currently achievable in electric motorsport, whilst ensuring a balance between cost-effectiveness and sustainability, in addition to coping with the demands of racing entirely on street circuits. Providing the electric powertrain and electronics is McLaren Electronics Systems of the UK, world leader in high-performance technology for motorsport. Meanwhile, Williams Advanced Engineering of the UK, part of the Williams group of companies that includes the world famous Williams F1 Team, will supply the batteries producing 200kw, the equivalent of 270bhp. This will be linked to a paddle shift sequential gearbox, supplied by Hewland, with fixed ratios to help reduce costs further. Built by new French company Spark Racing Technology, led by the renowned Frédéric Vasseur, together with a consortium of some of the leading companies in motorsport. Italian firm Dallara, who boast more than 40 years' motorsport experience, have constructed the monocoque chassis, aerodynamically designed to aid overtaking. Made from carbon fibre and aluminium, the chassis is both super lightweight and incredibly strong and fully complies with the 2014 FIA crash tests - the same used to regulate Formula One.
