The Hybrid Power Unit in F1 explained (2016)

[@alikaostermiller]

I think all that power should go to the cars horn so that they go around the track sounding like freight trains.

[@brekezek]

Or a large boat

[@alikaostermiller]

@Raghav Varma sometimes I'm surprised by my genius

[@NG-jy7zg]

That made me laugh 😂😂 thank you

[@alikaostermiller]

@@NG-jy7zg no fuck you

[@NG-jy7zg]

@@alikaostermiller how about fuck YOU

[@j.heights3190]

Formula 1 should hire you to make some videoes

[@samuelgay4325]

but now they have liberty media...

[@ChapuleTaylor]

Formula 1 should hire him to make some videoeoeoeoes

[@samuelgay4325]

what with the abuse brother

[@zNoah]

*Liberty Media

[@abhinavivaturi3387]

Jon yes very much

[@seretherny]

Literally the best guy that can explain complex F1 stuff in the simplest, in depth way to someone(me) that just watches the 1-2nd and the last lap of every f1 race😂. Thanks for ur videos, it helps solve my curiousity in some of these F1 stuff!!

[@seretherny]

Nice graphics and animations as well, helps in your explanations

[@TheCoolsacs]

I am so amazed by the simplicity of how you explained an F1 engine to me. Great great work and Thank you so much. Keep making these videos.

[@johnrupesh4535]

After watching this video for the 10th time and doing my own research for months, I finally understand how f1 PU works. Big thanks to chain bear.

[@Krishna-ut8jl]

I am not sure if this is public knowledge...but it would be cool to learn about the different settings that the driver selects during the race. What are all the buttons on the wheel? What they do? When to use what? BTW Very cool videos thus far! Keep up the good work.

[@mopacner]

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[@JackEdwardsthehair2610]

That was a pretty simple explanation and was good for the most part. I'm not sure about the crankshaft driving the wheels though, that's what the driveshaft does.

[@chainbear]

fair point - I added an annotation to clarify :)

[@NathanielRay2015]

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[@Lion-wd1px]

Chain Bear F1 hello make some videos

[@FlameofUdun9]

Technically the axel does.

[@debeste95]

Technically the hubs do.

[@leventenagy4302]

please start making videos again, I love them

[@itsmealex8959]

You got your wish

[@WybeSesink]

These videos are awesome! I'm quite new to F1 and you explain things perfectly. Keep it up!

[@johnh9200]

I hope you continue to enjoy F1 for years to come Wybe.

[@nowonda1984]

That's one beautiful explanation of it all. Knew almost everything covered, but never seen it presented in such a clear and concise manner. It's a pity you stopped doing these.

[@tarikdesilva5143]

chain bear f1 please come back your videos are gold

[@satellite964]

This channel needs more subs.

[@Raprada]

7:34 makes 25 Honda engineers disliked this video

[@Ianochez]

Riswan Ahmad P. I made a research and find engine failure on mclaren honda team, but didn't read deeper, is the ec of the team the source of theses failure? seems both honda and mclaren saying that of the other's fault ahah

[@ryanaustra]

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[@lelouchvibritannia1788]

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[@jackgibbons6013]

Comment didnt age that well

[@lelouchvibritannia1788]

@@jackgibbons6013 yup. Beating Merc and Ferrari on merit. (Ik chassis played a huge part but still)

[@SataNickBassist]

This is such a massively underrated channel! The videos are great, really looking forward to more in the future. They are answering loads of questions I have had about F1 but not really known how to find the info.

[@williamnash9900]

that explains a lot! Could you do a vid on the f1 steering wheel

[@pablobaio9435]

Excellent explanation of a complex subject. Finally i was able to understand how a F1 engine system works. Thank You.

[@markmongo44]

Chair Bear F1, another great video. I was one of your first subscribers after watching your first video. Formula 1 is now so complex that if things can be explained a little more simpler Formula One will have so many more fans. Please keep them coming!! Cheers, Mark

[@anouarbenlaqlib4294]

What an explanation for those who are not really into mechanical engineering cheers from Morocco that was very impressive

[@StratKat1998]

This video is a masterpiece of simplifying advanced, vital engineering knowledge. The effort you put in to create it is greatly appreciated, thank you! Subscribed & will suggest to many of my interested in F1 friends to explore your channel...

[@DeanofDeeps]

Wow! This was an amazing explanation, not only applicable to F1 but to anyone interested in motorsport tech. I'll be recommending these videos left and right!

[@ateyaba7253]

So *This* is why F1 drivers take exits out of corners at pretty high gears and low rpm, because by putting the ERS into overtake, the MGU-H pumps energy back into the turbo, eliminating turbo lag and aiding in reving the engine back up. This being faster and more efficient than just keeping high rpm and loosing time in shifting gears (?) This is fascinating, thank you!

[@cas5447]

Thank's to KZbin for putting this onto my main page again

[@locoimmonkey]

Great Video, Simple explanation, i finally understand how a simple motor works...

[@blunts1988]

This is pure learning made easy. Best videos to explain the processes of F1 I have seen on KZbin. You should come back, we need more videos like these.

[@cris8ro]

maybe a safety car Vs VSC explanation too? Many of my casual F1 fan friends don't understand it until I explain it.

[@erwanlecornec5393]

it's a shame you discontinued your videos ... you are one of the most interesting and best speaker out there on the subject! I hope it's because you are racing a lot instead... subscribed in case you make a new one !!

[@kurtnowak8895]

finally.. someone explained this properly. thank you!

[@smiffy197]

Your videos have come a long way haha. Still Love your content

[@silda3623]

Algorithm gods recommended this after the hybrid era ends

[@JustMorad]

This is the best explanation I’ve heard

[@Deovantay]

Awesome video. Very well and easy explained.

[@nicolaselhani]

The new season is already well underway. CANNOT wait for new videos!

[@XSISTANCE]

This is gonna blow up, congratulations

[@dumamilk]

love your videos. but your animation doing the four strokes of the ICE might confuse some. I know its not the point of your video, but the intake stroke and exhaust stroke animation during the ICE portion are depicted as being done at the same time, when in reality they are not. Just wanted to be pedantic.

[@HieronymousLex]

Dustin Tran no, didn’t confuse anyone. All the top comments are “Love all your vids, but here’s an extremely nit picky point that adds nothing”

[@mallesbixie]

It did confuse me a bit, bit not enough o get distracted from the good explanation around it

[@jamesgillingham3098]

Amazing explanation! Your videos are so useful for people new to F1

[@vibhavirajapakshe1636]

I am lack of knowledge in vehicle technology, but this video helped me to understand what's going on inside the F1 car. Very useful. thanks 👍

[@robertcohen5289]

Awesome job! Please keep these videos coming! All of them have been so useful!

[@ProPulseGaming]

This is the best thing you could have ever did. Thank you so much, more then perfect this video and animations!

[@BenMu1234]

These videos are awesome. I'd love to see one on the aerodynamics and they work in harmony.

[@bartekradzewicz2509]

can tell how much the quality has improved xD

[@h4wkks]

never understood how the hybrid system works, but thanks to you, I finally know how this works! I tried to find out a simple and complete guide since v8 era ended, thanks!!

[@AylesvoyM]

Would love for you to explain the MGU-K please! Your videos are amazing. Please keep going! Thanks!!

[@markonikolic1386]

Very well explained. Deep enough for understanding, but not too tehnical.

[@goldeneyelivs]

Excellent presentation

[@briandehart4242]

Chain bear F1, Thank you very much for that explanation. I've always wondered how all the elements worked together.

[@TheStratexplorer]

Great channel and videos mate ! keep them coming. Wish you'd get millions of subscribers

[@klack2361]

And I was the one who thought TC meant "traction controll".

[@mcsquared5005]

Dude I love your channel and videos just really great animations and clear explanation. There's a channel called real engineering, yours is like it but for f1. Keep it up man

[@michaelcheong4978]

nice clear and slow pace explanation

[@harryw9268]

That was a fantastic explanation, thanks for the video

[@saanchips3965]

Great video, glad you added pictures. But I do prefer pop-up pictures. But you're pictures are good enough.

[@sammau5308]

Perfect explanation !

[@twofiftysix97]

thanks for making these videos! hope your channel grows much more in the future :)

[@erondynamics7156]

very awesome and humble explanation. cheers mate

[@rossouwlambrechts129]

Absolutely fantastic video. Some space age technology made simple to understand. Thank you very much for this video.

[@Heti1992]

Your videos are so great! I hope there are more to come.

[@ISing2Liv1142]

Great video Chain Bear! Bless your heart for this channel Question: how does the MGU-K “draw power” from wheels that are slowing *down*? That seems counterintuitive to me

[@victushominis6422]

Very well explained! I love your work.

[@SonicSP]

Great video man, simple and clear explanation.

[@clementoh395]

omg love these videos so much! Really useful videos that have demystified some of the complicated parts of F1. At least to a degree that unravels confusion while watching :) Can't wait for more. Already subscribed!

[@DripMama1]

beautiful explanation and also the drawings!!!Thankyou so much!!!😀

[@rakeshts88]

Brilliant explanation!!! Bravo 👏!! You have an excellent teaching skills!!!!!

[@rithm747]

Hi Chain Bear! I like your video's very much! Various concepts explained very clear. Can you make a video about defense strategies? How to ride a defensive line? What is allowed and what not? What does a driver have to take in consideration when riding defensive? Etc...

[@adambartlett6277]

This is absolutely brilliant

[@utpalsachankaboro2344]

Thank you so much for explaining such a complex component in a simplified way:) you would make a Very good teacher.

[@TheFlammableDuck]

You're videos are really interesting, It's nice to have such professional and informative content between races. Keep it up! :)

[@raghureddy9220]

Very informative video. Crisp and neat! Keep the good work up and post more videos about the strategy and tech of f1.

[@cesinhavilavelha]

It feels like I'm 5 years old again the way you explain things

[@charliesmith9689]

With all the engine talks about dropping the MGU-H for the 2026 engine rules, I needed to remind myself 5 years later what all these parts do again! Chain Bear, I'm sure a new video is in the works for what might happen next with the F1 Engines?

[@gibbenjamin]

Amazing explanation and very fun to watch! looking forward to more

[@manasshrivastava9814]

Thank you so much for these videos! 🤩🤩

[@adityadumbre6272]

Your videos are amazing. Please add more of them

[@mcanderson0]

what exactly IS the MGU-H? Is it a small motor/generator, or a store of compressed air? Or what specifically is the unit made of and what matter and process does it use to transfer thermal energy?

[@Borjomi890]

Great videos man. I don't even watch F1, lol but I love how you explain everything.

[@AhmedAhmed-yz4rd]

keep up the good work brother

[@jackiacobaccio7270]

Amazing video, keep up the great work

[@learnTruebalance]

Peace to you. This is a fantastic explainer; thank you for posting it.

[@allenqueen]

AMAZING I FEEL I CAN DESIGN A HYBRID ENGINE NOW HIRE ME FERRARI,I SAW A VIDEO AND UNDERSTOOD IT 100%

[@MrTheZMAI]

Apply to Red Bull!

[@Bergerstyle]

Still didnt get the MGU-H. Is it now powered by the heat or is it an electric motor sitting on the turbo?

[@Slyze33]

Very insightful ! thank you for all the details :)

[@matthewgillespie2835]

I just have gotten interested in F1, and your videos have been wonderful in explaining a few of the concepts and ideas of the subject. It's been a while since you've made videos, and I think that if you start making videos again that you will get a very sizable following. I've subbed and turned on post notifications :)

[@rohildindu6457]

amazing video

[@ZpGKillua]

MGU K also can be switched to harness either 0 or max energy from the rear axle which causes car to slow during acceleration thats why the rear red light turns on. which affects the brake bais for the rear. MGU H gets the energy from the heat of turbo to either fully or partially charge the battery

[@miva55]

Very informative! Great video, great channel! Keep up the good work! Thanks a lot!

[@CFabio6]

Great video mate! Keep up

[@rohit1batte]

Very helpful and knowledgeable video. Thank you 👍🏼

[@namandalsania]

God level Explanation

[@susannemichele3807]

Just think about the computing power and speed to manage all the sequencing at race speeds. Amazing.

[@flythec152]

great explanation. But how doe the MGU-H actually get energy out of the turbo?

[@TheVeyron623]

It's in the name. MGU-H. Motor Generator Unit - *Heat* . Basically it takes the heat energy and converts it into stored energy.

[@edwindelgado5048]

The only questions I have are: If the energy being harvested from the turbine by the MGU-H is being generated in a direction, let’s say clockwise, how can it be put back into the turbine in the same direction for it to produce boost? To my understanding, the generator can become a motor and produce boost only by rotating in the opposite direction. Is there any magnet polarity manipulation happening inside the generator/motor?

[@joehuff5789]

Brilliant explanation

[@mariohassrouty3546]

You deserve 1B subscribers!!!

[@ehsansamaei4626]

Great job once again, hope you get 1 mill subs 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@prajwalpatil3225]

Great explanation man🙌🙌🙌

[@iumtfinci]

Pretty simple and clear video, however can you please explain how the MGU-K give a boost of 160HP to the engine exactly? Electrical device and Internal combustion engine.

[@PFRocker]

Awesome and simple explanation. For your next video can you explain how brake by wire works?

[@samikalla8173]

Your videos are really good Keep up the good work

[@samikalla8173]

If you may, could you tell me which editing software you use to make these animated videos?

[@Saurabhw21]

I think Chain Bewr should be made official F1 channel for insighful information on everything the F1 car possesses

[@andrewsamuda3266]

been looking for this one👍

[@thlee3]

they dont use a button to engage extra power? is the additional electric power just built into the throttle? the driver has no control? also, does the driver do anything to “harvest” energy as ive heard martin brundle say