Conflux Technology, a world-leading heat transfer and additive manufacturing (AM) company, today announced its newest collaboration with hypercar manufacturer Pagani to increase transmission heat rejection.
Pagani’s latest hypercar, the Pagani Utopia, is a showcase of engineering excellence and driver-centric design. Powered by the Pagani V12, a bespoke 6-liter twin-turbo engine by Mercedes-AMG, it pairs with a custom Xtrac seven-speed transmission, that is available in either automated or manual form. This powertrain combination provides unparalleled control and responsiveness while meeting the stringent emissions standards globally, including California.
The extreme power and flexibility of the Utopia demanded advanced thermal management solutions, particularly for its transmission oil domain. To meet this challenge, Pagani developed a custom heat exchanger with Conflux that leveraged cutting-edge additive manufacturing technology. Conflux achieved a remarkable 30% increase in heat rejection compared to the previous solution, ensuring optimal thermal performance even under the most demanding conditions.
“It’s an incredible privilege to contribute to the creation of groundbreaking vehicles for industry leaders like Pagani,” said Michael Fuller, Founder and CEO of Conflux Technology. “Our advanced heat exchangers are designed to enable new levels of effectiveness, perfectly complementing the engineering craftsmanship that Pagani is celebrated for. This collaboration showcases the synergy of precision, innovation, and excellence.”
The Utopia’s transmission underwent rigorous testing, from track and road validation to thermal shock trials, proving its resilience and capability to support the hypercar’s unparalleled performance. This collaboration ensures both engineering ingenuity and the emotional connection to driving remain uncompromised. “The innovation of Conflux’s technology has allowed Xtrac to continue to push the boundaries of transmission performance, whilst maintaining the lightweight, motorsport derived ethos of our transmission solutions,” shared Oliver Nixon, Head of High Performance Automotive at Xtrac.
“Conflux’s advanced heat transfer technology empowers the Pagani Utopia to achieve superior heat rejection ensuring optimal thermal balance, even in severe driving conditions,” shared Francesco Perini, Head of the Technical Department at Pagani. “In our relentless pursuit of perfection, every detail matters. Conflux’s cartridge heat exchangers are a testament to precision and innovation, playing a vital role in ensuring that the Utopia can be enjoyed for a romantic drive on the French Riviera as well as on the most demanding tracks.”
This collaboration with Pagani strengthens Conflux’s position in the hypercar industry, showcasing its ability to deliver cutting-edge thermal solutions while advancing sustainability goals. Backed by a recent AUD 11M Series B funding round, Conflux is accelerating the development of its Conflux Production Systems (CPS) to meet growing global demand in high-performance thermal applications across industries including aerospace, motorsports, high-powered industrial machines, and defense.
About Conflux Technology
Conflux Technology is a world leader in heat exchange innovation, specializing in advanced thermal solutions through additive manufacturing. Founded by CEO Michael Fuller, who began by revolutionizing heat exchanger design in Formula 1 engineering, Conflux has grown into a highly experienced team driving advancements in thermal applications. Its groundbreaking technology has redefined performance standards across industries, including aerospace, automotive, motorsports, microelectronics, industrial, and defense sectors.
About Pagani S.p.A.
Pagani S.p.A. is an independent Italian automotive manufacturer renowned for designing and producing some of the most exclusive Hypercars in the world. The company was founded in 1998 in San Cesario sul Panaro, near Modena, by the Italian-Argentine designer and entrepreneur Horacio Pagani. The company’s philosophy draws inspiration from Leonardo da Vinci’s vision, who believed that Art and Science could “walk hand in hand”. This Renaissance-inspired approach takes shape in the seamless integration of technological and aesthetic solutions of extraordinary sophistication, driven by relentless scientific research. The ultimate goal is to create design pieces that embody cutting-edge innovation through forms that transcend the boundaries of time. Handcrafted in the creative Atelier, Pagani Hypercars are unique pieces of bespoke craftsmanship, customizable down to the smallest details to best reveal the uniqueness of their owners.
About Xtrac
Xtrac is world-renowned for its design and manufacture of innovative transmission and driveline products, to both the Motorsport and Automotive Industry, with its HQ in Berkshire, UK and two further facilities in Indiana and North Carolina, USA. Their portfolio includes gearboxes, differentials, gearchanges mechanisms, and mechatronic control systems, that are applicable to a variety of vehicles and propulsion systems, from ICE through hybrid to EV.
