The technology behind eCorner
As early as 2015, new drive concepts could change the face of automotive production and thus of vehicle design.
The future is drive-by-wire
eCorner is the basis for drive-by-wire vehicles, which are low on consumption and environmentally friendly.
New human-machine interfaces (HMIs), such as, “drive by joystick,” are a further option. eCorner also offers new ways of making vehicles more maneuverable, with sideways parking and turning on the spot being just two examples.
Helping the environment
Increased pollution and pressure on resources will accelerate the breakthrough of alternative propulsion concepts, such as, fuel cells, hybrid-electric powertrains, hydrogen, and electric vehicles.
Reduced consumption and emissions, lightweight construction concepts, increased crash safety, autonomous and accident-free driving—all these benefits will only be achieved by a bold switch to mechatronic systems and a new, centralized system architecture.
Benefits
eCorner’s innovative intelligence is due to its design as a mechatronic system, which also significantly improves crash safety due to the lack of mechanical connections.
- Integration of drive system into the wheels
- Elimination of drivetrain, transmission, drive shaft, and axles—thereby reducing weight
- Mechatronic system creates “smart” wheels
- Environmentally friendly, with reduced emissions and noise
- Easy to service, wheel unit simple to replace
- Enhanced crash safety due to lack of mechanical connections
