Power Unit 101 - Episode 4 - MGU-K

The MGU-K is all about harnessing Kinetic Energy 🔋

In Episode 4 of #PowerUnit101, @MercedesAMGF1's Hywel Thomas explains what benefits it brings the drivers 🧐

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[MaykThewessen]

Wajoww sick spec’s

160 BHP (120 kW) peak
7, 0 kg
50.000 RPM
5x 6sec deployment
Oil-Cooled

[infini]

I don't understand why people keep repeating the wrong idea that "braking energy is converted". It has nothing to do with braking or the brake system. The MGU-K is an electric motor generator that is connected to the combustion engine. When the driver releases the throttle, it starts to operate using the energy of the car's movement (kinetic) that is transferred from the wheels to the engine, and then to the motor generator, making it rotate and produce electrical current that charges the battery. This way, the MGU-K helps to decelerate the car, but it doesn't use any "braking energy". Afterwards, it can operate as an electric motor using the energy stored in the battery to deliver power to the car.

[dajda]

Would’ve been nice if you maybe actually explained how it generates the power🙄🙄

[levipeterson]

This is a great video and all. But why is it so bad top end?

[jesperhammarlund]

Very hyped that in 2026 the MGU-k is gonna be upgraded to 350kw

[gringolatino]

2026 regulations allow 350kW MGU K power output but same capacity battery

[imranaidil]

why its look like an alternator? what is the differennt?