Rinspeed iChange Rinspeed Automatic Swiss presents the concept of power, the world's first car Whose body adjusts to the number of passengers. For Rinspeed boss Rinderknecht the vehicle is more than just a clever concept car. "The concept Rinspeed iChange is a symbol of a fundamental change in the automotive industry experience throughout the world. And it is clear That only survive That will of the companies have innovative responses to meet the requirements of a new era of car" The visionary Rinderknecht believes That The days of giant energy coming to an end: ". The Rinspeed iChange concept is a signal to change the whole future of personal mobility, We must be prepared to meet these challenges with new ideas .."
In seconds a streamlined single-seater sports car turns into a comfortable car with enough room for three. How: By pressing the button on the back of the water droplet-shaped car magically POP up. "We design and build an extremely flexible vehicle. We have made the theme of flexibility and energy requirements evolve to Their logical conclusion" The result is, simplified lightweight zero-emission car with dramatically reduced energy consumption ..
The basic idea behind the concept of "Rinspeed iChange: Demand for energy from vehicles Mainly depends on the weight, type of machine use, and its aerodynamic properties. Esoro engineering services company traditionally builds Rinspeed That concept cars has built an extremely lightweight car Weighing just 1050 kg. To power the car, the Swiss specialists chose an electric motor. The idea of the end of the pop-ups on the back is designed to Reflect the size effect aerodynamics play in fuel consumption.
While other cars always have to carry Them That puff up can accommodate up to seven passengers even if They only carry one soul, Rinspeed iChange Concept features an organ of adaptation. The driver only conveyed in a teardrop-shaped car That offers optimal aerodynamic properties and thus minimized energy consumption. If more than one person Should Be Transported in the back provides expansion space for two passengers. Due to Increased weight and no longer optimal aerodynamics the energy consumption increases - but only for the time passengers Actually on board.
Energy to the electric motor comes from lithium-ion batteries are available in two different configurations to perform pile short and long distances. The Rinspeed iChange Concept electric motor produces 150kW, capable of pushing the car to a top speed of 220 km / h Sprint from rest to 100 km / h in four seconds. This impressive performance is made possible by using a six-speed pre-selector box car Subaru Impreza WRX. Central research department of Siemens AG (Corporate Technology, CT) supplied the integration technology for engine / generator, electronics and interface for connecting the battery. Siemens has long been one of the world leaders for energy systems and environmentally friendly technology with pioneering concepts for electric drive systems. Its products cover the entire electric value-added chain from generation to distribution to consumption. Gearboxes and transmissions are lubricated with eco-lubricants from Motorex. Custom lightweight 17 "and 18" forged wheels with aerodynamic shrouds are supplied by specialists AEZ alloy wheels. Pirelli P Zero tires in size 215/40-17 front and 245/40-18 rear sizes That Provide optimal adhesion.
A first date reveals around That the concept car has no doors. The roof of each car is only 1:03 meters high electric tilt forward to allow passengers to ride. Also missing are the Simple Things Such as keys. Its role is filled by Apple's iPhone, the which also controls the most Important vehicle functions. IChange Rinspeed concept is drastically different than ordinary cars in every detail: At the heart of the concept car lies the Inauguration of the system generation Harman / Kardon infotainment front. This system uses an innovative Intel processor technology That guarantees minimized power consumption. The same goes for audio Harman / Kardon high-efficiency. This revolutionary technology meets highest demands on sound quality, weighs much less than ordinary systems and at the same time using only a fraction of the energy. This opens the door to a new level of energy efficiency. Guidance navigation system is also very environmentally friendly: The system calculates the most energy-efficient route and displays instructions for realistic 3D. Eberspächer Group from Esslingen, Germany is one of the world leaders in car heaters. Especially for the project "iChange" Eberspächer developed to measure the electricity and heating fuel. Both systems are geared to the needs and special
requirements of electric vehicles.
Pure wool used in the interior has been enhanced in high-tech wool by Schoeller state-of-the-art process using. Wool spinning and die in accordance with the highest eco standards. Offering a luxurious ambience in the Rinspeed iChange Concept, looks stunning and complex to be Touched. Competence partner Strähle + Hess transformed this natural product in a remarkable interior. The surface character and Materiality combine to create a symbiosis of shell, firmness and frothy water. Unconventional techniques to create unusual surfaces. Behind the seams of the seat and the removable seats cushions are adorned with the name of the prototype. XMobile Provide Further customization. While Textiles can be found in the Rinspeed iChange concept in its original form in other areas, They just interpreted on seats and cargo floor using Various techniques Such as braiding and gathering and a combination of Both improvements. Leather strips alternate with technical Textiles. The seat cushions are interchangeable, braided felt alternates with technical Textiles formed into three-dimensional shapes. The transfer of the concept of adapting the concept Rinspeed iChange in the well. Diamond-plated non-slip floor is supplied by abrasives specialist KGS.
Swiss Federal Department of Energy (Bundesamt für Energie) supports the "iChange" project as an advanced research and development projects. Solar panels on the top and sides of the roof to Provide electric fans to keep temperatures in the Rinspeed iChange Concept Comfortably low on hot summer days. Large Sharp solar panels also Provide additional eco-charging the battery.
Rinspeed iChange Concept With the Rinderknecht, CF Bucherer watches passion bearer, and its partners would like once again to Provide Food for thought for the automotive industry. The Swiss car visionary: ". If We want to maintain our individual mobility in the future, We need to Rethink the car in its entirety, without taboos, ESPECIALLY, We must take ecological aspects into consideration." And in the end everyone has to personally answer the same questions: Am I willing to change yourself, do and can 'I change?
