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BMW technology transfer in the America’s Cup.
Mon May 09 14:22:08 CEST 2016 Press Kit
BMW is “Global Partner” of the America’s Cup Event Authority (ACEA), the organiser of the 35th America’s Cup. The America’s Cup is the oldest trophy in international sport and is also seen as the most demanding sailing event, challenging the best athletes and the most innovative technology. BMW also supports ORACLE TEAM USA as Technology Partner with engineering expertise from the world of automobile design.
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Munich/New York. BMW is “Global Partner” of the
America’s Cup Event Authority (ACEA), the organiser of the 35th
America’s Cup. The America’s Cup is the oldest trophy in international
sport and is also seen as the most demanding sailing event,
challenging the best athletes and the most innovative technology. BMW
also supports ORACLE TEAM USA as Technology Partner with engineering
expertise from the world of automobile design. The team’s mission is
to win the America’s Cup for the third consecutive time.
BMW cooperates with ORACLE TEAM USA’s design team in these fields:
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From sailing to flying: aerodynamics are a key factor in the
America’s Cup.
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Technology transfer in both directions: America’s Cup yachts
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BMW i cars are made with BMW carbon expertise.
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BMW Motorsport engineers develop intuitive cockpit design.
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History of BMW technology transfer at a glance.
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BMW i technology enables zero-emission mobility in the
America’s Cup.
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An interview with ORACLE TEAM USA Performance Director Ian
Burns: “BMW provides a huge advantage”.
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BMW is “Global Partner” of the 35th America’s Cup and
Technology Partner of the Defender ORACLE TEAM USA.