I worked on battery-electric vehicles and with the Formula-E team at Mercedes AMG

“During the year, I worked alongside the software engineering team on battery management and safety-critical systems for the powertrain of a long-range battery-electric vehicle (VISION EQXX). In April 2022, EQXX was driven from Germany to France for over 1000 km on a single charge, becoming the most efficient Mercedes ever built.”
“Also I worked with the Formula-E software and controls engineering team, where we developed the software for the power units of the Mercedes-EQ Formula-E Team and Rokit Venturi Racing amidst Season-8 of the Formula E World Championship. Whilst working alongside the Formula-E team, I primarily contributed to the development of an externally excited synchronous motor (EESM), which constitutes an ambitious ongoing project built at HPP.
“Whilst on the placement, I enjoyed the variety of tasks I had the opportunity to be involved in. The placement experience helped me develop a sound understanding of the operations of an electric powertrain: from utilising the chemical energy within a battery’s cells to delivering mechanical power at the wheels.”
“As I was involved with the progression of electric powertrains and a new generation of inverters and motors, I consider my placement to have revolved around a theme of sustainable advancements within the automotive industry. Following a successful placement at HPP, I aspire to advance my career within the automotive industry. I look forward to applying the skills and the knowledge I have gathered within an academic context during my final year.”

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