Introducing Kernel™ Barebone Electric Vehicle - the Core of Next-Generation Alternative Fuel Vehicles.

Being environmental friendly doesn’t mean giving up our lifestyle anymore. Designed to suit the tastes of the American consumers, the Kernel is a full-function Crossover SUV poised to revolutionize people’s perception about what a car should be. The word “New” is such an understatement.   Using latest aerospace technologies, Kernel is built from the ground up to be one of the most energy efficient vehicles. SSM’s Kernel is breaking all the rules and re-inventing automobiles for the 21st Century.

Uncompromising High Performance 4WD

• All-new 7-passenger Crossover Urban SUV
• EV drivetrain with electronic 4WD response - First such Digital Drive-by-Wire on market
• Lithium-ion Battery and Ultra-Capacitor for maximum performance
• Bi-directional power controller supporting: PHEV 110-240VAC charger and Regenerative Braking
• Sustained speed >100 km/h
• Curb weight = 1200kg barebone
• Drag co-eff < 0.32
• 50/50 weight split
• Hydraulic power assist with fail-safe power supply
• Lightweight composite unibody
• Standard safety equipment

Unsurpassed Fuel Economy

To achieve higher than 100MPG-equivalent fuel economy, every barebone Kernel EV is equipped with:

• High efficiency electronically controlled induction motors;
• High efficiency power converters and solid state switches;
• 110V-240V PHEV charger;
• Lithium-ion battery;
• Megajoule Ultra-Capacitor; and,
• Regenerative braking capability.

The minimalist Kernel is capable of driving up to 60 kilometers (40 miles) on a single charge. Owners are expected to purchase additional power modules to extend the range of the vehicle. Possible Range: up to 1000km (600 miles). Thanks to the flexible power management architecture, owners may “Plug-and-Play” additional energy storage devices and power sources depending on driving needs and costs of fuels.

Alternative Fuel Power Modules

Shown here are 5 different power options for the Kernel base model. Each has a unique energy store or power generator. Possibilities are endless. However, cost effectiveness and technology readiness levels (TRL) of such energy conversion technologies are the usual decision factors.

Performance
The Kernel features a true Drive-by-Wire electric drivetrain. Armed with four independent electric motors with a combined peak output of more than 150 kilowatt (kW), propelling the Kernel from 0 to 100km/h in an estimated 9 seconds or less – comparable to that of a Porsche Cayenne SUV (base model). The estimated top speed is just under 200 km/h.

High-speed onboard computers detect road conditions and adjust the power output of each motor 200 times per second - Achieving four wheel drive (4WD) capability without the cumbersome mechanical components of its conventional counterpart.

Body
Stylish and aerodynamic - the Kernel’s fiberglass-polymer composite construction is not only lightweight but also safe and durable. The composite material is tough enough to protect the occupants while absorbing the kinetic energy during a collision. The Kernel barebone is the lightest vehicle in its class, weighing just over 1200 kg – 25% less than Toyota Highlander Hybrid, which means two things: better performance and better efficiency.

Safety and Handling
Lighter weight means better handling and more fun. The Kernel is FMVSS compliant. Airbags, Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) and roll/yaw stability control are all standard. These are just some of the reasons why Kernel is the vehicle of choice.

Utility
Got kids? No problem. The Kernel is a cross-over SUV specifically designed for the American urban and suburban markets. The Kernel will hold 7 passengers (with third row seats) and plenty of bags.

Maintenance
Good news: The Kernel is designed to last. There are very few moving parts to wear out. No oil change is necessary!

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