McLaren MP4-X
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| Category | Formula One Concept Car |
|---|---|
| Constructor | McLaren |
| Successor | McLaren X2 |
| Technical specifications | |
| Engine | Honda |
| Fuel | Mobil 1 |
| Tyres | Pirelli P Zero tyres |
| Competition history | |
The McLaren MP4-X is a concept car produced by the McLaren Formula 1 team in 2015.[1] Following 2018's Formula 1 regulation changes, including the introduction of the halo, the concept was revisited as the McLaren X2.[2]
Features
Some of the (intended, but not designed)[3] features of the MP4-X include:
- A morphing chassis, which can return to its original shape after an impact.
- An augmented cockpit, where the driver has a 360-degree view of their surroundings.
- Brain-controlled vehicle systems, where the driver's brain patterns operate the vehicle systems.
- Real-time tire pressure analysis, where the car can predict when tires will blow out.
- Driver biotelemetry, where the sensors in the driver's suit send live biological information to emergency crews in the event of a crash.
- Active aerodynamics, where electronics control the attack angle of the wings.
- A ground effect design, where the aerodynamics, especially the downforce, are used to suck the car to the ground.
- An enclosed wheel design, where the wheels are fully enclosed and have wear sensors to detect when they are getting worn.
- Alternative power sources, where the car can harness solar and inductive coupling built into the track.
References
- ↑ Anderson, Ben (3 December 2015). "McLaren Formula 1 team unveils MP4-X concept car". Autosport. Retrieved 7 February 2016.
- ↑ "McLaren X2: The Power Of 2". mclaren.com. 31 May 2018. Retrieved 7 July 2021.
- ↑ "McLaren MP4-X: F1 team reveals 'future of racing car'". 4 December 2015. Retrieved 31 October 2024.
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