monocoque
noun
mono·coque
ˈmä-nə-ˌkōk 
-ˌkäk
1
: a type of construction (as of a fuselage) in which the outer skin carries all or a major part of the stresses
2
: a type of vehicle construction (as of an automobile) in which the body is integral with the chassis compare space frame, unibody
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In an effort to minimize weight while providing maximum strength and torsional rigidity, the development team gave the model a carbon-fiber monocoque chassis that weighs just 199 pounds.
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Robert Ross, Robb Report, 27 June 2024
Molded into the Tourbillon's carbon-fiber monocoque and submerged in oil to help maintain ideal cell temperatures, a 24.8 kWh battery provides 37 miles (60 km) of all-electric range.
—Bradley Iger, Ars Technica, 20 June 2024
There’s Gold In the Engine Bay All the carbon panels and monocoque required greater thermal insulation within the engine bay.
—Sean Evans, Robb Report, 21 May 2024
The team’s familiarity with lightweight materials also helped inform the construction of the vehicle, including its carbon-fiber monocoque.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 27 Sep. 2023
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Robert Ross, Robb Report, 27 June 2024
Molded into the Tourbillon's carbon-fiber monocoque and submerged in oil to help maintain ideal cell temperatures, a 24.8 kWh battery provides 37 miles (60 km) of all-electric range.
—Bradley Iger, Ars Technica, 20 June 2024
There’s Gold In the Engine Bay All the carbon panels and monocoque required greater thermal insulation within the engine bay.
—Sean Evans, Robb Report, 21 May 2024
The team’s familiarity with lightweight materials also helped inform the construction of the vehicle, including its carbon-fiber monocoque.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 27 Sep. 2023
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“Monocoque.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/monocoque. Accessed 15 Jul. 2024.
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