Team Details

Herkules Racing Team Kassel

University	Universität Kassel DE Kassel U short 574
Location	Kassel, Germany
Homepage	https://www.herkulesracing.de/
Social Media
CV Team	Herkules Racing Team Kassel
Short Link	tid.fsg.one/861
Event Details	car 280 - withdrawn

Team Description

The Herkules Racing Team was founded in 2009 and participates with good success in the combustion class in various Formula Student events since 2011.

Our first electrical-driven car was born in 2018. We decided to change from a steel tube chassis to a full carbon monocoque and four-wheel drive.

For the 25/26 season, we are 25 students from different specializations, working on the project in interdisciplinary groups.

This season, we have decided to make it a two-year season. We are looking forward to a great season and the upcoming FS events in 2027!

Event Profile

Past Events

2023

Car #28

Info

Rebuild, reuse and reimagine are the keywords for 2023. A solid and reliable racing car is the goal of our season. Due to many problems with the switch from combustion to electric power, we decided to recycle some parts from the last year’s car and focus on the parts that cause problems. In addition to our wooden wings, we use 100% biodegradable 3D printed parts for the aerodynamic package. Thanks to all our sponsors who supported us.

Engineering Design Priorities:

Maintainability Reliable Recycling Safety Additive manufacturing Easy to drive

Car Specifications

General

Frame Construction	Monocoque
Material	Carbon and aramid fibre prepress, Aluminium Honeycombcore
Overall Length (mm)	2949
Overall Width (mm)	1396
Overall Height (mm)	1200
Wheelbase (mm)	1540
Track Front (mm)	1200
Track Rear (mm)	1200
Suspension	Double A-Arm system with anti-features; directly actuated two damper system
Tyres	Double A-Arm system with anti-features; directly actuated two damper system
Wheels	7x13 OZ Magnesium Rim, CL 30mm offset
Drive Type	planetary gear, close-coupled motors
Cooling	Sidepod mounted 280mm radiators and 130mm fan
Brake System	Floating, stainless steel, hub mounted, 220mm outer dia, 168mm inner dia
Electronics	completely sleeved, prepared for additional sensors

Powertrain

Number of Motors	4
Motor Location	4 wheel drive
Max Motor Power	35
Motor Type	AMK DD5-14-10-POW-18600-B5
Max Motor RPM	20000
Motor Controller	AMK KW26-S5-FSE-4Q
Max System Voltage (V)	600
Electrode Materials	Molicel INR18650-P26A
Accumulator Capacity	6,7
Transmission Ratio Primary	1:13,7

2022

Car #28

Info

We are the original ones with the wooden wings. In 2019 we switched to the EV category. We have the first running car after 3 years. 3Years-2Teams-1Car-ZERO EXPERIENCE

Engineering Design Priorities:

Wooden Wings Running Car Gather sensor data

Car Specifications

General

Frame Construction	Monocoque
Material	Carbon fiber sandwich with Aluminium Honeycomp
Overall Length (mm)	2949
Overall Width (mm)	1396
Overall Height (mm)	1200
Wheelbase (mm)	1540
Track Front (mm)	1200
Track Rear (mm)	1200
Weight Front (kg)	138
Weight Rear (kg)	149
Suspension	double A-Arm system with anti-features; directly actuated two damper system
Tyres	Continental 205/470 R13
Wheels	7x13 OZ Magnesium Rim, CL 30mm offset
Drive Type	planetary gear, close-coupled motors
Differential	-
Cooling	2 Radiator for the Motors and one for the Inverter
Brake System	Four piston, 220mm Disk
Electronics	Multifunctional Steering Wheel, programmable display, Sensor data over CAN

Powertrain

Number of Motors	4
Motor Location	near each wheel
Max Motor Power	4x35kW
Motor Type	PMSM
Max Motor RPM	20.000
Motor Controller	AMK KW26-S5-FSE-4Q
Max System Voltage (V)	600V
Electrode Materials	LiIon (INR/NMC are synonymous)
Accumulator Capacity	6,7kWh
Transmission Ratio Primary	13,7
Transmission Ratio Secondary	-

2019

Car #28

Info

After 8 petrol-driven years, the Herkules Racing Team switches to electric drive this season. Under the watchful eye of Herkules and with our hardworking 25-strong team, we have put a completely new concept on the road. Our 2019 race car is called ‚Aiolos‘; the god of winds. On the track, we will show you more than just hot air, can’t wait to meet you at our pit and look forward to an exciting competition. Special thanks are directed to all our supporters for their outstanding help!

Car Specifications

General

Frame Construction	CFRP Monocoque
Material	Aluminum Honeycomb snadwich panel
Overall Length (mm)	2961
Overall Width (mm)	1397
Overall Height (mm)	1199
Wheelbase (mm)	1540
Track Front (mm)	1200
Track Rear (mm)	1200
Weight Front (kg)	130
Weight Rear (kg)	153
Tyres	Continental C18 470/225 R13
Wheels	OZ Racing Magnesium Rim

Powertrain

Number of Motors	4
Motor Location	FR, FL, RR, RL
Max Motor Power	41kW,41kW,41kW,41kW
Motor Type	All: AMK Dynasin DD5-14-10-POW-18600-B5
Max Motor RPM	FL,FR,RR,RL: 20.000
Motor Controller	AMK KW26-S5-FSE-4Q
Max System Voltage (V)	600
Electrode Materials	Li(NiCoMn)O2 - graphite
Accumulator Capacity	12,096
Transmission Ratio Primary	1:13,7