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Formula 1 Power Unit Explained
In 2014, the rules for F1 engine and energy recovery system were changed. As per the new regulations, 2.4 litre normally aspirated V8 engines have now been replaced by 1.6 litre V6 turbo engine with direct fuel injection. So, What is a powerunit?
The Power unit forms the heart of a F1 car and instead of now referring the engine as single entity it is now referred to as a power unit. So, what are the parts of the power unit? The power unit is built around the 1.6 litre v6 turbo engine and following are the parts comprising the power unit: 1. 1.6 Litre V6 Turbo Engine with direct fuel injection
2. Battery
3. MGU-K (Motor Generator Unit Kinetic)
4. MGU-H (Motor Generator Unit Heat)
5. ERS...
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