The Lamborghini Sian FKP 37 is a Supercapacitor Hybrid

By Lamborghini standards The Sian FKP 37 is a wild car. It's also one of the first production hybrids to use supercapacitors.

A 34-hp electric motor that is integrated in the manual automatic transmission powers the Sian with speeds of up to 80 mph, when the V-12 takes over. This system allows the car to accelerate immediately and is more efficient.

Forged Composites

The Sian's hybrid system has a different trick in its sleeves it's a supercapacitor. It can recharge faster than lithium ion batteries and the car can run for up to 63 second on electricity.

Lamborghini's forging composites will be the crucial element to this. The material could eventually make its way into production vehicles. It begins as a sheet of uncured plastic, which is then mixed with short lengths of carbon fiber that are randomly placed strands. It's not as attractive as carbon fiber sheets pre-impregnated, but it's much lighter and more durable.

To bring the forged carbon fiber into a shape, workers simply cut off the appropriate amount of mass, put it in an oven-heated press mold and squeeze it under the heat. It takes just a few minutes when it could take up to a day to make the exact part using traditional methods.

Lamborghini claims that its manufacturing-friendly materials could lead to cheaper products in the future. It's certainly costly enough now, but if the manufacturing process is scaled up, it could reduce costs on both the materials and labor. Forged composites are also more flexible than carbon fiber weave, so engineers can create complicated shapes without adding weight or cost.

Carbon Skin

The Lamborghini Sian is a sleek roadster that has a futuristic design that maximizes aerodynamic efficiency. Its long, sculpted contours and distinctive aero wings give it an impressive profile and its low front and carbon fiber splitter increase stability. The Y-shaped headlights as well as hexagonal shapes are classic Lamborghini features that further highlight the distinctive style of the car. The interior consists of luxurious Italian craftsmanship and state-of-the-art technology. The dashboard and driver's seat are covered in a unique material, Carbon Skin. This material can be customized using the Ad Personam program.

The hybrid system Sian uses is powered with supercapacitors, which combine the power and efficiency of an electric motor along with a lithium battery of 48 volts. Its fast-fired torque fills the gaps in acceleration, and its regenerative brakes replenish the battery. The Sian can travel farther on a single gas tank.

As compared to a traditional lithium-ion battery Sian's supercapacitor, which is three times more efficient and can be charged in 63 seconds. It is also smaller and lighter. The supercapacitor which is located in the bulkhead that separates the engine compartment from the cabin powers a 34-hp motor mounted to the rear of the automatic transmission.

The Lamborghini Sian was based on Aventador SVJ. This means that it runs the identical V12 engine. It shares the same chassis and suspension and the same four-wheel-drive. However, the Sian's unique hybrid powertrain is its selling factor.

Ad Personam

space key lamborghini has created its first hybrid car that is based on the Sian. It's an impressive statement. The raging bull's latest creation makes use of supercapacitor technology to bring the power-to-weight ratio closer to the level of a impressively powerful V-12 engine.

For the most loyal customers of Lamborghini they can avail the chance to completely personalize the car through the Ad Personam program. This includes everything from leathers interior and exterior finishes to specific paint colors each of which must meet the brand's strict quality standards.

A complete spec sheet is available online. It is also possible to schedule a meeting at the Sant'Agata Bolognese headquarters, or through a virtual studio. This was developed to allow customers from all over the world to have a custom spec session with the team without having to travel all way to Sant'Agata.

The name Sian is an Bolognese word that means lightning. It's a homage to the brand's history and future. The alphanumeric suffix, FKP37, honors Ferdinand Karl Piech. He was the one who introduced Lamborghini to the Volkswagen Group and died just prior to the debut of Sian. Only 63 models were manufactured and they're all sold out.

Specifications

The Sian is a model based on the Aventador SVJ. It has the same V12 engine, chassis and suspension. It also has an electric motor repairer of a smaller size to make it hybrid. This means it runs solely with electric power at slower speeds, and it can utilize the gasoline engine aid in acceleration when required.

The supercapacitor is in the bulkhead that separates the cabin from engine compartment. It's three times more powerful than an equivalent battery of the same weight and three times lighter. The system recharges itself on the go by regenerative brakes, which means there's no requirement to connect it to an electrical grid. The emotor helps fill the torque gap during upshifts so that the car can accelerate 10 percent faster than it would without it.

Lamborghini says that the style of the hybrid Sian is meant to convey a sense pure open-top energy. The exterior features a blend of orange paint and carbon fiber as well as the roof, which is a glass section that was inspired by the Periscopio on early Countach prototypes. Other highlights include aluminum components painted in Oro Electrum, which is the color Lamborghini uses to identify its hybrid cars.

Mitja Borkert, Lamborghini’s head of design, has designed the cockpit of the Sian. It's a little more wild than typical for Lamborghini and features lots of creases and cutouts. It's a car that's almost comical in its appearance, however, it's still awe-inspiring. The information display is vertically oriented and has a buttonless steering with massive paddle shifters.