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  • 2016 Elemental Rp1: development highlights

    2016 Elemental Rp1 We have already told you much about Elemental’s Rp1. We have told you how it can generate 400kg of downforce at 150mph and how the design was confirmed by London Computing Solutions. But we have not told you everything.

    The supercar has been going through numerous tests and experiments in MIRA wind tunnel and the final results are pretty good: the design team managed to improve body functionality and aerodynamic features by incorporating the latest Computational Fluid Dynamics techniques and make further achievements in the supercar segment technologies.

    2016 Elemental Rp1

    In fact, the Rp1 comes with one of the most advanced aerodynamic setups for a road-going track vehicle. The special driving position and the overall design and engineering solutions contribute to the overall great performance rates, such as the meticulously shaped exterior.

    Some other improvements include advanced front diffuser that channels the air from the front of the vehicle behind the front wheels, special rear axles and a redesigned rear diffuser.

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    Furthermore, the CFD simulations allowed the technical partnership between Aerodynamics Consultants Apex Aero and Elemental achieve new heights. Engineering teams reshaped and optimized numerous details on the exterior and more precisely they greatly improved the results of the wind tunnel testing.

    2016 Elemental Rp1

    Also, as you may already know, Elemental has completed its first production-specification Rp1 unit at its factory in Hambledon, Hampshire with a promise to make a dramatic debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed between 23-26 June.

    Stick with us for further information!

    Source: Elemental 

  • Elemental has the ambition to deliver the best vehicle in the segment. But will it succeed?

    2016 Elemental Rp1 Elemental completed the first production specification Rp1 lightweight sports vehicle at its production facility in Hambledon Hampshire.

    This is a landmark for the British manufacturer who created the vehicle for over a four-year period with the intention of creating the most advanced vehicle in the segment.

    Elemental has completed its first production specification Rp1 lightweight sports car at its new production facility in Hambledon Hampshire.

    Key element to the Rp1’s construction is brand’s patented CarbonAI tub with a weight of just 65kg that incorporates feet-up driving position: just the same seating position as in the Formula 1 cars. It is made by using high-performance F-1 grade carbon fiber and exceeds FIA structural standards for strength and rigidity.

    2016 Elemental Rp1

    Also, because of the rear diffuser, the Rp1 can generate incredible downforce and therefore exceptional levels of grip. In words of engineers, the vehicle generates 400kg of downforce when driving with 150mph (270km/h). Impressive, right?

    The suspension system also deserves some attention. It can be easily adjusted and optimized by the driver and there is even a switchable traction control as a standard feature. There are a total of five engine map settings that can meet all of driver’s requirements and can tackle down every track challenge.

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    But this is not all. The vehicle can be specified with a choice of two turbocharged Ecoboost power units, either a 180hp (134kW) 1.0-liter three-cylinder unit and a more powerful 320hp (238kW) 2.0-liter four-cylinder that contributes to a flying start: it lets the vehicle to accelerate from 0 to 100km/h (62mph) in mere 3.2 seconds.

    2016 Elemental Rp1

    We will find out more about this vehicle at the 2016 Goodwood Festival of Speed, held between 23-26 June.

    Stick with us for further information!

    Source: Elemental