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Revolutionizing Motorsport with IoT: The Electric Racing Academy Case Study
Technology Category
- Application Infrastructure & Middleware - Middleware, SDKs & Libraries
- Other - Battery
Applicable Industries
- Automotive
- Security & Public Safety
Use Cases
- Smart Parking
- Vehicle-to-Infrastructure
The Challenge
The Electric Racing Academy (ERA), the world's first all-electric junior racing series, was founded with the aim of offering better inclusivity, sustainability, and digitalization than established combustion race series. The founders, Dieter Vanswijgenhoven and Beth Georgiou, were driven by the need to address climate change and make racing accessible to as many people as possible. However, they faced the challenge of creating a digital experience away from the racetrack, which would require a cutting-edge IoT solution for connectivity with the race cars. Additionally, they needed to ensure that the races, which would last 20 minutes before the battery needs to be charged, would be engaging and exciting for both the drivers and the fans.
About The Customer
The Electric Racing Academy (ERA) is a startup that is launching the world's first all-electric junior racing series. Founded by Dieter Vanswijgenhoven and Beth Georgiou, ERA aims to offer better inclusivity, sustainability, and digitalization than established combustion race series. The founders are passionate about addressing climate change and making racing accessible to as many people as possible. ERA's innovative approach to racing includes the use of an all-electric powered Formula 4 race car, the Mitsu-Bachi F110e, and a cutting-edge IoT solution for connectivity with the cars. The opening season of the racing series is set to kick off in summer 2022.
The Solution
To overcome these challenges, ERA employed IoT connectivity with race cars and cloud information storage and analysis. This was made possible through Software AG’s Cumulocity IoT platform. The platform allowed for the collection and analysis of race data in real-time, creating a digital experience for fans away from the racetrack. Furthermore, the founders planned to leverage the world of gaming to attract young fans, indicating a potential for virtual or augmented reality experiences in the future. The ERA's solution not only addressed the need for a sustainable and inclusive racing series but also tapped into the trend toward e-mobility, making it an attractive opportunity for companies looking to align their marketing and sponsoring activities with sustainability.
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