On the heels of its recent funding round and the opening of a business hub in the UK, Conflux Technology, a company that specialises in the use of AM for heat transfer solutions, announces its collaboration with hypercar manufacturer Pagani to increase transmission heat rejection.
Pagani’s latest hypercar, the Pagani Utopia, integrates the Pagani V12, a bespoke 6-liter twin-turbo engine by Mercedes-AMG. It pairs with a custom Xtrac seven-speed transmission, that is available in either automated or manual form. This powertrain combination provides unparalleled control and responsiveness while meeting the stringent emissions standards globally, including California.
The extreme power and flexibility of the Utopia demanded advanced thermal management solutions, particularly for its transmission oil domain. To meet this challenge, Pagani developed a custom heat exchanger with Conflux that leveraged cutting-edge additive manufacturing technology. Conflux achieved a remarkable 30% increase in heat rejection compared to the previous solution, ensuring optimal thermal performance even under the most demanding conditions.
Key particularities of the heat exchanger’s development
The Utopia’s transmission underwent rigorous testing, from track and road validation to thermal shock trials, proving its resilience and capability to support the hypercar’s unparalleled performance. This collaboration ensures both engineering ingenuity and the emotional connection to driving remain uncompromised. “The innovation of Conflux’s technology has allowed Xtrac to continue to push the boundaries of transmission performance, whilst maintaining the lightweight, motorsport derived ethos of our transmission solutions,” shared Oliver Nixon, Head of High Performance Automotive at Xtrac.
“Conflux’s advanced heat transfer technology empowers the Pagani Utopia to achieve superior heat rejection ensuring optimal thermal balance, even in severe driving conditions,” shared Francesco Perini, Head of the Technical Department at Pagani. “In our relentless pursuit of perfection, every detail matters. Conflux’s cartridge heat exchangers are a testament to precision and innovation, playing a vital role in ensuring that the Utopia can be enjoyed for a romantic drive on the French Riviera as well as on the most demanding tracks.”
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