Integrated Mobile Power Systems (IMPS)

The Prohelion Integrated Mobile Power System utilises a modular, flexible design to produce battery packs in multiple configurations. The packs designed for 2021 BWSC Challenger Class use five power sub-modules and one control module to provide systems with over 5kWh capacity, encapsulated in a strong and light carbon-fibre/fibreglass case.

Custom solution are also provide for other vehicle configurations such as Cruiser using our modular 1kWh blocks.

RACE PROVEN

A reliable, proven architecture based on 20 years of solar car learnings and race tested in events around the world

HIGHEST ENERGY, LOWEST WEIGHT

Designed by experienced solar car racers, the pack has the highest energy density low weight architecture available.

TECHNICAL SUPPORT

Building a car can be a daunting experience. With Prohelion you are supported by our experienced team.

DESIGNED FOR SAFETY

A simple, safe design that reduces the inherent risks involved in developing high power solutions for mobile vehicles.

MANAGEMENT TOOLS

Out of the box management and upgrades, via our integrated, race proven software solutions that run on tablets, web and PC.

COMPLETE TURNKEY SOLUTION

Plug and go solutions, compatible with leading solar car suppliers like Tritium, Marand and Mitsuba.

SCRUTINEERING SUPPORT

Prohelion has worked closely with the BWSC faculty to ensure compliance with regulations. Providing you do not make modifications to the battery passing scrutineering will be a breeze.  Plus, we will be there to support you if you need help.

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Prohelion IMPS

The Prohelion Integrated Mobile Power System utilises a modular, flexible design to produce battery packs in multiple configurations. The packs designed for 2021 BWSC Challenger Class use five power sub-modules and one control module to provide systems with over 5kWh capacity, encapsulated in a strong and light carbon-fibre/fibreglass case.

Cruiser class packs are custom built to any size using 1kWh modules.

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The Prohelion IMPS uses the LG LG18650MJ1 cell as the building block of the pack.  This cell has the highest energy capacity of its class, ensuring an out of the box, competitive battery

Marand Configuration

  • 418 cells: 38 series, 11 parallel
  • Nominal Voltage: 138V
  • Capacity: 5318 Wh

Mitsuba Configuration

  • 420 Cells: 30 series, 14 parallel
  • Nominal Voltage: 109.5V
  • Capacity: 5366 Wh
1kWh

Battery Sub Module

Each Battery Sub Module is rated at approximately 1kWh, monitored by a Prohelion CMU and can be combined to make larger packs of any capacity.

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Control Module

The Control Module is the brain of the IMPS controlling the pack using a Prohelion BMS. It also provides safe state isolation, fusing, 12V functionality and CAN bus interface to monitor and control the Prohelion IMPS

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Software and Tools

Monitoring of the Prohelion IMPS can be performed with Prohelion Software and our Android app which provides a live dashboard of key battery statistics over a wi-fi connection.

Battery Specification

Battery Setup Cell Marand Mitsuba
Series Cells 38 30
Parallel Cells 11 14
Total Cells 418 420
Vnom 3.635 138.7 109.5
Vmin 2.5 95 75
Vmax 4.2 160 126
Ah 3.5 38.5 49
Wh 12.72 5,340 5,366
Cell Mass (kg) 0.049 20.48 20.58

Other configurations are also available:

  • 35s12p – Voltage: 127.8V, Cap 5,366Wh
  • 28s15p – Voltage: 102.2V, Cap 5,366Wh

Physical Dimension and Layout

The box is constructed from carbon fibre with a fibreglass internal lining, providing a strong yet lightweight containment with the benefit of an electrically insulated interior. A lightweight, transparent lid is provided for ease of inspection of the battery cells. The battery enclosure includes the ability to be sealed upon completion of scrutineering.

The completed challenger class box has the following dimensions: H: 95mm, W: 460mm, D: 670mm.  Cruiser class boxes are built to accommodate the specified battery.

*Please note dimensions are still subject to change and may change slightly depending on your final configuration and requirements. Custom pack form factors are available upon request.