Every millimeter of every new model Mitsubishi Motors is about tough decisions had to bring its creators on its way to the line of form and function in order to stay true to the concept car and the company's heritage.
Despite the many obstacles that must be faced, passionate Mitsubishi design proved to be the winner. Thus was born the tenth-generation Lancer Evolution. This is his life story.
Matsuhara Masaki, Director of Design at the plants Mitusbishi Research & Development Europe in Germany.
Matsuhara led the design development Lancer Evolution (just like the Lancer). Currently working in MRDE (Mitsubishi Research & Design Europe), and the latest product owner, has only words of the full passion: "The new Lancer Evolution is now our reality and the best thing a company has to offer. During the years in which I was responsible for its creation have remained true to three goals: first, we tried to improve the functionality, so we have to move all of the area previously set limits, extend the wheel axles in order to get the stability, lowered center of gravity and expanded wheelbase and at the same time we shortened the front and rear bumper, the car that we have done what is possible and maneuverability at high speeds in city driving. Our second objective was to create the optimal lift and aerodynamic characteristics Lancer Evolution to the next level. For the outward form of Lancer our engineers have spent extensive testing in a wind tunnel. Third, our aim was the design that will appeal to customers, which is the most demanding task for any designer. However, we believe that the form created for the functionality can not find the real beauty, even if such a design is skillfully brought a lot of sense he would have the power to encourage passion in the eye of the beholder. Now that the development of the new Lancer Evolution is complete, we designers are convinced that this model is the jewel in the crown of Mitsubishi. Please see it live. Feel it, touch. You will not be disappointed.
The new Lancer Evolution has all knowledge engineers, and Mitsubishi is the biggest step forward in the 16 years history of the legendary Lancer Evolution. Without exaggeration, it can be called a masterpiece of technique, the car in which everything has its place and purpose, a car which has plenty of avant-garde technology, but which is devoid of useless ornaments. In this chapter we will explain in detail the most important technological achievements Lancer Evolution, to introduce the people who enable them and see what they have done for this car.
Engine
The new Lancer Evolution is the first car in series history with an aluminum engine, which is the total weight of cars decreased by 12.5 kg.
Developers say the S-AWC: "Perfect control effortlessly allows you to enjoy driving and safety guarantees."
Alternator New 4B11 DOHC MIVEC engine with turbocharging is the successor model 4G63 engine and the Lancer Evolution. In developing the new Mitsubishi alternator experts have focused on creating a powerful engine that would odlikvao excellent fuel economy and low emissions.
Alternator 4B11 has an entrance on the front and exit at the back, and this change enabled the placement of exhaust pipes beneath the engine, thereby lowering the engine and allow for 10 mm and the improvement of CG cars.
Engine and Turbo Most people mark 4G63 only a set of letters and numbers, but true fans of the Lancer Evolution you mean legend - they are already 15 years means each engine model evolution. The new generation has a new name: 4B11 will become as legendary as his distinguished predecessor, it will indicate all the engines of new generation Lancer Evolution. Although the two-liter four-cylinder with twin-cam and 16 valves, the new engine is virtually new; created 'from scratch'.
The most important feature of the new engine from which the material was created: cast aluminum, which enabled the reduction in weight of 12.5 kg, but at the same time increasing the power (295 hp at 6500 rpm) and torque (366 Nm at 3500 rpm) from motor which was replaced.
The new engine is designed for quiet operation, so there is no need for a secondary shaft counterweight to what he had 4G63, which is lighter and more compact and can be placed 10 mm lower than the engine in the Lancer Evolution IX, resulting in a lower center of gravity.
Turbo Charger The element that determines the efficiency of any engine with turbocharging is the speed at which turbo response, a turbine using car turbo charger light of nickel alloy and aluminum turbocharger response time improved by 18% compared to the previous model.
A new cylinder head with dual variable valve timing
4B11 engine is an innovative aluminum cylinder head, which allows you to reduce weight and improve cooling efficiency and fuel economy.
Unlike its predecessor, model 4G63, the new Lancer Evolution engine uses direct activation of the valve rocker instead of a system for improving the efficiency of the valve and the valves on the new engine more accurate, more reliable and enable the achievement of higher speeds. However, the most striking features a MIVEC (Mitsubishi Innovative Valve Timing Electronic Control) system that continuously changes the valve timing is that it operates on the input and output valves. This improves the torque and power at all operating conditions, especially in the middle and lower regimes.
In normal driving this system allows switching valve is thereby increasing fuel efficiency, but as soon as the need to increase the power of the system delays the closure of inlet valve to the best advantage of the air in the combustion cell. Similarly, in case you need the lowest possible torque, inlet valve for faster and slower output.
Efficiency above all: turbocharged alloy nickel and aluminum.
To increase the precision and durability, the new 4B11 kortisti timing chain instead of
belt.
Variable valve timing allows the engine 4B11 change the angle of the input and output camshafts, depending on engine speed and load.
Twin clutch system with two clutches The secret of TC-SST is that he actually blend two gearbox with three speeds - one for the odd and the other for odd speeds - on the same axle.
Toggle system allows the driver to select between Normal, Sport and Super Sport driving modes.
Twin Clutch Sport handling system with dual-clutch (Twin Clutch Sport Shift Transmission, TC-SST)
Another entirely new element of his system Lancer Evolution Twin Clutch SST. This gearbox is not only a blend of the best features manual and automatic transmission - it far surpasses them.
Besides being a lever on the steering wheel, this system looks like a standard automatic transmission system: it has two pedals and center console with six-speed transmission. However, the TC-SST has no drive power swivel, so it is more efficient than regular automatics. Rather than force the swivel drive system uses two clutches - one for speed, which is currently in use and another for selecting the next required speed. So when the driver or on-board computer issued a command to change the speed of it changes in time.
Automatic mode, which is activated by selecting the D gearbox, allows seamless speed changes, but the transmission in manual mode - that is, when the driver changes the lever on the steering wheel or gear setting in manual mode - shifting to this system is faster and neprimjetnije than it would any human hand could ever perform.
As well as offering the possibility of manual and automatic shifting, the TC-SST system allows three different driving modes that are selected by pressing the button located behind the gearshift. The mode labeled 'Normal' speed of change is the simplest possible and the car drives in low mode to comfort was the highest, and fuel consumption at the lowest level. 'Sport' is an ideal way to drive for the summer driving out of town, and it increases the speed of operation. 'S-Sport is designed for lovers of speed and spaces dedicated to racing, in which the mode automatically turns the fastest speed and the engine never drop below 4500 rpm. TC-SST system allows the driver to achieve the greatest possible acceleration from standstill to eliminate the possibility of human error and the acceleration continually improved.
If you can imagine najmirniju automatic gearbox and the fastest speed manual gear changes in a car have an approximate idea of what Mitsubishi gearbox TC-SST can really do.
The new Lancer Evolution is thus the same products and with standard gearbox with five-speed transmission, which is designed for optimal utilization of torque, far better than in previous models of evolution and change gears in this car a real pleasure.
Suspension Like the rest of the car, the suspension of the new Lancer Evolution has experienced some radical changes. Although it follows the one approved 'recipe' to reverse the front coupling system of subsidies and multilink rear axle, the suspension was made over again, starting from the geometry, to the ratio of spring, damper and roll bar. Lancer Evolution is now used by world-famous Eibach springs and Bilstein shock absorbers.
Front suspension is changed to fit wheels with a diameter of 18''Enke or lighter BBS wheels from forged alloy and 245/40 tires, and to simultaneously improve steering precision, and extensive use of aluminum for weight reduction - one of the worst enemies of Engineers responsible for the creation of the engine.
On the back side of aluminum suspension components used to create upper and lower arm, and the whole structure of the suspension is firmly connected with the structure of the car to improve manageability and reduce vibration.
In combination with increased stiffness structure Lancer Evolution, this suspension system allows excellent control over the wheels and wheel with perfect grip the road, but also ensures a comfortable and stylish ride.
The team that worked on creating the Twin Clutch SST system says: 'Our system is fast as lightning speed and change seamlessly. "
Magnesium lever to change gears installed on the steering wheel.
Petbrzinski transfer system used Lancer Evolution with višestožastim synchronizer rings ensure that improved driving skills and endurance.
To be in high-performance sedan handling and achieve unprecedented precision, the car must have a superb suspension system that guarantees the best possible relationship between the tire and the surface and perfectly fitting. Suspension Lancer Evolution is designed for outstanding driving skills to the ultimate comfort as you would expect from a new generation of sport sedans.
BBS forged alloy wheel.
Active control of the jaw (Active Yaw Control, AYC)
Active center
Differential (Active Centre Differential, ACD)
Active Stability Control (Active Stability Control, ASC)
Anti-lock braking system (Anti-lock Braking System, ABS)
Active control of jaw
AYC controls the differential torque between the rear wheels, enhancing driving ability of the car when cornering and braking.
S-AWC system
The system S-AWC offers the driver a choice between three driving modes with different depending on whether the car is moving in the snow, gravel or asphalt.
Super All Wheel Control four-wheel control
Super All Wheel Control (S-AWC) is an abbreviation for a system of various electronic and mechanical devices that work together to Lancer Evolution on the best way to respond to customers' demands. Without exaggeration we can say that this system is better than all other similar systems on the market, and a new Lancer Evolution to improve the already amazingly good dynamic qualities which have characterized previous nine generations of Lancer. S-AWC The system also allows the driver to the new Lancer Evolution that pressing one button turns into a custom driving snow, gravel or paved road.
Active center differential (Active Centre Differential, ACD)
At the heart of the S-AWC lies an active center differential. In contrast to passive systems that respond solely to the loss of contact with the surface of any shaft, ACD receives electronic information from the S-AWC system to determine the optimum torque between the front and rear axles and the deployment of the same through the hydraulic coupling with multiple surfaces.
Active control of the jaw (Active Yaw Control, AYC)
AYC is a unique feature of the Lancer Evolution, which can boast no other road car, and was developed specifically for the tenth generation of evolution. As in previous versions, electronically controlled rear differential receive information about the longitudinal and lateral acceleration, angle and speed control wheel and distributes torque between the rear wheels as needed. The new Lancer Evolution addition is the ability to compare behavior of the car with the intention of the driver and adjust the driver's intention to fully carry out - which also takes care of AYC.
Active Stability Control (Active Stability Control, ASC)
Using sensors placed all over the car ASC to detect any wheel slippage, and the strategic application of each brake as needed, thereby preventing the possibility of losing control. This system is so accurate, fast and nice to the driver at no time was not aware that the system does work.
Sport ABS
This system uses sensors on all four wheels to prevent the wheels run aground even in an extremely sudden and abrupt braking. The system is designed to be as close as possible neprimjetniji, and forms an integral part of a system for scheduling electronic braking power (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution, EBD), which ensures that each wheel at all times have the maximum braking power.
Active center differential (Active Centre Differential)
ACD regulates quick differential between the front and rear wheels, which improves reaction capabilities and traction control.
Cursor function S-AWC to višeinformacijskom screen.
S-AWC dynamic control system
Construction of a V-shape greatly improves the stiffness of the suspension.
The body and chassis
It is the basis of achieving the proper conduct of cars stiffness of structure, and a new Lancer Evolution is even 50% more rigid than a Lancer Evolution IX, and has an excellent platform for the suspension system. This is achieved by using high strength steel to create structures of cars, which stiffness increases to a maximum, and the weight decreases to a minimum.
Construction of the new Lancer Evolution is mostly made of aluminum - from that are extremely lightweight material made the roof, hood, front fenders and front and rear bumpers. Using aluminum to reduce vehicle weight, a weight is concentrated in the center of the car, so it reduces the focus to the maxims, which is one of the crucial quality for a great car control.
Of utmost importance is the fact that the new Lancer Evolution has a wheel axle to 25 mm longer than the Lancer Evolution IX, a wider wheelbase by 30 mm, and a new car more stable, better adhesion to the road and is comfortable to drive.
Security
With the new Lancer Evolution safety is not just something that was later added to the car - it is built into it almost at the molecular level. There is no greater responsibility than any car care for the safety of passengers, and the Lancer Evolution is - as we will show - one of the best high-performance cars ever made, regardless of whether the ability to avoid or prevent a crash, or if his or her abilities collisions still occur.
Passive safety
Like all other Lancer, the new Lancer Evolution has a structure RISE (Reinforced Impact SafetyEvolution), which was created just Mitsubishi. This extremely powerful compact structure strategic use of high strength steel in a way never before seen on the Lancer Evolution models, all aimed at the greatest possible protection of passengers and cargo in the event of a collision - and that front, the flanks and rear. The body of the car is designed so that in case of direct impact forces are directed from the passengers, and that the final parts of the car still distort the predicted pattern, while the central compact steel structure protecting occupants.
Apart from having izazito solid structure, the new Lancer Evolution has seven airbags as standard performance - added to the airbag in the knee in addition to the usual driver airbags, side and rear. Front seatbelts are equipped with a system predzatezanje and have a system to limit the tensile strength. To be in an accident and protect pedestrians, the bonnet of the new Lancer Evolution is made of corrugated steel, rather than the usual steel rod structure, thus reducing the possibility of pedestrian injuries.
Body of express stiffness
Functional air vents in the aluminum hood.
Seven airbags as standard designs, including the one in front of driver's knees.
Torsional stiffness increased by 40%
Flexural rigidity increased by 60%
(Compared to the Lancer Evolution IX)
Red marked specially reinforced parts of the new Lancer Evolution.
The flow of air under the front of the car.
Bi-Xenon headlights and side lights.
Body Lancer Evolution is designed for superior aerodynamic capabilities and in terms of resistance to air flow and pressure of air above the car performs.
Active safety First of all, speed, agility, and the system drive to all four wheels provide a new Lancer Evolution major advantage over conventional cars in the case to avoid a collision. In addition, all functions of the S-AWC we mentioned earlier does not make this car fun to drive, but also easier to control the unforeseen dangerous situations.
When it comes to simple actions slowing car, Lancer Evolution has access to equipment that is among the best in the world - the massive Brembo brakes. Its ventilated discs 350 mm in diameter with four calipers at the front and 330 mm in diameter at the rear (which has increased from 330 in diameter at the front and 310 mm at the rear of the Lancer Evolution IX) guarantee tremendous stopping power even before they join an electronic safety systems such as S-ABS and EBD's.
Another element of active safety bi-xenon headlights and side lights that illuminate the direction of the car when maneuvering at speeds below 100 km / h, depending on the angle of management.
Design air flow Each area of the new Lancer Evolution at the front to the rear end of the car - including those on the lower part which can not be seen - designed to provide the best possible use of air flow around the car.
Large front air vents ensure that the engine will get the necessary cooling, and the front bumper is designed to reduce the possibility of lifting or resistance to the car due to air flow. Beneath the car the air is directed sprays to increase strength, which presses the car to the ground, and with time and adhesion to the substrate and the car stability at high speeds, a rear spoiler considerable size plays an important role in maintaining the aerodynamic balance of the car and stable management at higher speeds.
While passing by the car air stream is used to pull the hot air under the hood, brake cooling, further reducing lift and drag cars, transmission and cooling system. Even the exhaust system of strategically placed so as to ensure the most efficient output path of exhaust gases.
The new Lancer Evolution has a tremendous effect stopping.
