2009 tech regs, and KERS

[Conceptual]

I cannot find the outline for the KERS systems in the regs. I read from start to finish, and found the part where its power numbers are set, but I failed to find anything outlining the limitations of using the rear axle only for energy reclaiming. I thought that part would be very distinct. Can anyone direct me to the proper part of the regs?

Chris

PS: I wonder if it will be possible to use the KERS system to actually re-start the motor after a stall.

Thanks!

[Crystalix]

The fifth article talks about KERS, but I don't found any other subsections about it ?!

[Conceptual]

The way that I read it, the limitations on what can be reclaimed/used may make using the front wheels overkill.

Maybe that is why. I dont know, but if the max recovery amount can be generated from the rear wheels, they may have not discluded using the fronts simply because they wouldnt need to be used.

Chris

[pipex]

It seems that this paragraph indicates that the system should be used only in the rear wheels, but not directly:

Page 31 of the regulations:
"The KERS must connect at any point in the rear wheel drivetrain before the differential. If connected between the differential and wheel the torque applied by the KERS to each wheel must be the same."

Considering that it should only be connected in this configuration, the possibility of connection at the front wheels is forbidden.
In respect to the engine restarting i don't know. Page 20 says:

"With the following exceptions hydraulic, pneumatic or electronic actuation is forbidden :
a) Electronic solenoids uniquely for the control of engine fluids ;
b) Components providing controlled pressure air for a pneumatic valve system ;
c) A single actuator to operate the throttle system of the engine.
d) Any components required as part of a KERS."

So, it's not clear that there is a restriction of using KERS as a method to restart the engine, as you are in one of the exception cases i think .
I forgot to say that the regulations are pretty open. Maybe we would get big surprises the next season!.

[Conceptual]

It seems that this paragraph indicates that the system should be used only in the rear wheels, but not directly:

Page 31 of the regulations:
"The KERS must connect at any point in the rear wheel drivetrain before the differential. If connected between the differential and wheel the torque applied by the KERS to each wheel must be the same."

Considering that it should only be connected in this configuration, the possibility of connection at the front wheels is forbidden.
In respect to the engine restarting i don't know. Page 20 says:

"With the following exceptions hydraulic, pneumatic or electronic actuation is forbidden :
a) Electronic solenoids uniquely for the control of engine fluids ;
b) Components providing controlled pressure air for a pneumatic valve system ;
c) A single actuator to operate the throttle system of the engine.
d) Any components required as part of a KERS."

So, it's not clear that there is a restriction of using KERS as a method to restart the engine, as you are in one of the exception cases i think .
I forgot to say that the regulations are pretty open. Maybe we would get big surprises the next season!.

Well, I have some CATIA models of front brake calipers that would give any electrical KERS regeneration from the front wheels by using the second order of kinetic-heat-electricity.

I wonder if Brembo would be interested?

Chris