Blockchain Technology to Revolutionize Motorsport, Starting with McLaren Artura GT4 Supercar
Summary:
In the upcoming race at the Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps, the engine performance of the McLaren Artura GT4 supercar will be recorded on blockchain for simultaneous key element examination. This function, made possible by Influx Technology and Minima, aims to enhance efficiency, maintain racing integrity, and increase fan engagement. The ability to monitor and correct technical glitches in real-time can revolutionize the motorsport industry.
In an upcoming race at the Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps, the McLaren Artura GT4 supercar's engine performance statistics will be recorded on the blockchain for instantaneous examination of vital elements. Race Lab, one of the British GT Championship's five teams using the McLaren GT4, plans to incorporate a blockchain-run data tracker to register 20 data elements including vehicle ignition timing, braking, oil pressure, engine heat, steering angle and rotation, along with gear transitions.
The implementation of blockchain into the world of motorsport has been made feasible by Minima, a layer1 blockchain developed for decentralized physical infrastructure networks (DePINs), and data platform Influx Technology. The collaboration between Minima and Influx Technology enables the DePIN Data Logger to accumulate vital metrics instantaneously. During a recent test race, the blockchain data logger allowed technicians to spot a technical problem with the wheel’s turn radius and rectify it before the forthcoming races.
Race Lab team manager Oliver Plucknett mentioned to Cointelegraph the significance of data analytics in motorsport, emphasizing that if the many benefits from blockchain technology were not considered, the industry would lag behind in the major data-driven sectors.
The hashed data is secured using Minima's DePIN data logger, confirming its history and integrity, with the actual data saved on the device independent of the approval of validators. Plucknett considers open access to unchangeable historical details such as service history, engine calibration, and maintenance, fundamental for racing teams as it ensures an increased resale value for the supercars.
Additionally, it aids teams in adhering to racing regulations. Plucknett explained that after a race, to certify that the cars have raced according to the allowed specifications, an official needs to manually download the engine data and confirm that the cars have not been adjusted. Such operations can incur up to three hours in parc fermé before the winner is affirmed, thus having the unchangeable data transferred as the vehicles cross the finish line is highly beneficial.
In conclusion, having one data feed supporting multiple platforms has potential to considerably enhance fan interaction. A portion of data collected through Minima’s DePIN data logger can be live-streamed to fans. As per Plucknett, "capturing this data as a whole could create opportunities within the Sim racing world!”
Published At
6/12/2024 4:00:00 PM
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