The Brazilian Milhagem Team from the University of Minas Gerais achieved great success in the past year by winning the Shell Eco-Marathon in Rio de Janeiro. Their winning race car was powered by a brushless DC motor from Dunkermotoren, a brand of AMETEK. With an impressive performance of 367 km/kW, they outperformed international teams and claimed the championship title.
Brazilian Milhagem Team Achieves Impressive Results at Shell Eco-Marathon
The Milhagem Team’s success continued this year at the American edition of the Shell Eco-Marathon on the iconic Indianapolis Speedway. They achieved an impressive 188 km/kWh, securing a solid 15th place. Notably, they were the first team to pass Shell’s rigorous technical inspection, demonstrating their commitment to developing a safe, agile, and efficient prototype.
Dunkermotoren congratulates the University of Minas Gerais team on their success and looks forward to seeing the Milhagem team’s race car on the winner’s podium next year. With their brushless DC motor, Dunkermotoren provides a reliable and high-performance solution for motorsports and other applications in the Internet of Things (IoT) field.
The integration of IoT technology in motorsport allows teams to monitor their vehicles accurately and capture real-time performance data. This enables a continuous optimization of vehicle performance and improvement of race results. The brushless DC motors from Dunkermotoren offer high efficiency and power density, resulting in improved energy efficiency and longer battery life.
In addition, Dunkermotoren’s brushless motors offer high reliability and durability. This is crucial in motorsport where the engines are subjected to extreme stresses. With their robust design and precise control technology, Dunkermotoren’s motors are capable of meeting the demands of racing.
The achievements of the Milhagem Team from the University of Minas Gerais demonstrate the significant contribution that Dunkermotoren’s technology can make to enhancing performance and optimizing efficiency in motorsports. With their brushless DC motors, Dunkermotoren provides a reliable and high-performance solution for motorsport enthusiasts and other applications in the Internet of Things. These motors offer superior efficiency and power density, resulting in improved energy efficiency and longer battery life.
