DRVN Advanced Engineering in partnership with Williams Advanced Engineering combined design engineering, prototyping, carbon composites, and innovation to create an exclusive performance focused electric hypercar.
The concept for the Vayanne was developed in Austria and electrified in the UK with its goal to accelerate high performance electrification by producing this exclusive EV platform.
The EV platform was designed specifically for electric hyper cars, the targets were versatility, lightness, power, and speed of recharging. DRVN AE delivered the innovative battery box, carbon fibre reinforced polymer tub, and interior for Williams Advanced Engineering’s upcoming supercar, by harnessing its end-to-end engineering and prototyping expertise.
The in-house innovations on the EVR chassis included a Scalable Battery Module that opens flexibility for custom packs and sub-pack systems, controlled by battery management software that rationalises the amount of electronics needed to run the powertrain. DRVN AE approached the programming, design and testing to ensure the module has a capacity of 1.08 kWh at 50 volts maximum or 43 volts nominal, and an energy density greater than 240 Wh/kg. The individual cells were wrapped in carbon fibre to improve crash resistance. Through innovation and technology, the battery cooling is run through the energy-absorbing side sills.
Scope of work
DRVN in action
Scope of work
- Programme management, design, machining, building, and painting of the battery box for the WAE vehicle.
- Programme management, trimming and build of the interior trim for the WAE vehicle.
- Prototype of a new carbon fibre reinforced polymer safety cell to WAE specification – in addition, Penso provided dimensional inspection & relevant technical reports.
Programme outcome
Results & benefits
Benefits
- Light weight
- Flexible architecture to suit a wide range
Project detail
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