The B700 Electric Sports Car Prototype
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B700 Electric Sports Car Prototype
Thank you for expressing your interest in our project and for considering supporting us in making our dream a reality. We are thrilled to share more details about our ambitious endeavor and how your contribution can help us achieve our goals.
To turn our vision into reality, we are seeking assistance to acquire the base components and equipment necessary for completing the B700+ prototype. Your support will enable us to procure the crucial resources we need to initiate the development process and bring this extraordinary electric sports car to life. Below is a general breakdown of the expenses
- B700+ electric sports coupe prototype components total USD 61,524.84
- Equipment and Tools required to build the B700+ electric sports coupe prototype total USD 42,108.00
- We aim to achieve our funding goal by October 25th 2023
The B700+ is an impressive electric vehicle that has been specifically engineered to offer high performance and long-range capabilities. Let's delve into its notable features:
- Extended Range: The B700+ is capable of traveling over 600 miles on a single charge, which is a remarkable achievement in the realm of electric vehicles. This extended range ensures that the vehicle can cover long distances without the need for frequent recharging.
- Energy Reclamation: One of the standout features of the B700+ is its ability to reclaim energy losses from heat within the battery pack housing. This means that the vehicle can harness and repurpose waste heat, converting it into usable energy. By maximizing energy reclamation, the B700+ achieves higher overall energy efficiency, enabling it to travel even farther on a single charge.
- Rare Earth Mineral-Free Motors: Unlike many electric vehicles that rely on rare earth minerals for their electric motors, the B700+ employs three electric motors without such dependence. This is significant as rare earth minerals are often scarce and their extraction can have environmental impacts. By avoiding the use of rare earth minerals, the B700+ promotes sustainability and reduces its environmental footprint.
- Proprietary Composite Chassis: The B700+ boasts a chassis made from a proprietary composite material. This material not only provides structural integrity but also serves as an energy storage component, capable of storing up to one-third of the required energy for travel. This innovative design allows the vehicle to optimize its energy utilization and increase its overall efficiency.
- Exceptional Strength: The proprietary composite material used in the B700+'s chassis exhibits an ultimate tensile strength of 1000 ksi. This implies that the vehicle possesses remarkable structural integrity, making it highly resistant to crashes or impacts. The robust construction ensures the safety of occupants while also demonstrating the vehicle's durability.
Overall, the B700+ is specifically engineered to excel in sustained high-performance usage and prioritize energy efficiency. By reclaiming waste heat, utilizing rare earth mineral-free motors, and incorporating a composite chassis for both energy storage and structural support, the B700+ aims to deliver an optimal solution for long trips and demanding driving scenarios.
Let's Meet the Team!
I have known every member of our team for more than a decade. Throughout the years, we have collaborated on various projects and shared a common passion for sports cars and sustainable technologies. Individually, each of us has been actively involved in environmental responsibility initiatives, from personal endeavors to community outreach events with non-profit organizations.
Our team takes a comprehensive approach to design and development, blending expertise in engineering, fabrication, and innovation to bring our ideas to life. Over time, we have pursued careers in diverse industries, gaining valuable experience in engineering, business administration, project management, and finance. Our casual conversations after work gradually evolved into conceptual designs, which eventually led to the creation of a High-Performance EV system. Recognizing the potential of our concept, we established Obsidian Propulsion Co in 2021 to turn our ideas into a feasible commercial product.
Since 2020, we have been tirelessly working on the B700+ project within the Washington DC metropolitan area. Obsidian Propulsion was born with the mission of driving the development of the B700+ high-performance sports EV and showcasing its capabilities. Along this journey, we aim to forge new partnerships to facilitate our entry into the market. Our mindset is focused on the long term, and we are always quick to act on new ideas. In fact, we have already submitted our design for the Small Business Technology Research Grants.
At Obsidian Propulsion, our main objective is to provide affordable, reliable, and eco-friendly high-performance vehicles while simultaneously revolutionizing the energy sector through stationary and mobile energy storage solutions, solar energy systems, and sustainable building materials. We are constantly striving to surpass expectations and push the boundaries of what's possible.
Currently, we are fully immersed in the design and construction of a groundbreaking electric sports car, the B700+. It has the potential to transform the automotive and energy storage industries. Let's meet the team!
Director of Revenue Generation
Lawrence Black
Has an extensive background in marketing and business consulting. He has operated and consulted various clients in different industries. Seamlessly transitioning from furniture sales and production to operations management for construction clients. What drives him are innovative mechanisms and attention to detail. He desires to achieve solutions that blend aesthetics, functionality, and high quality. Lawrence finds contentment only when the outcome meets the most exacting standards.
Director of Finance and Accounting
Lurlene Bell
As with any organization, time, cost, and quality are crucial factors. Lena possesses an analytical mindset that ensures these elements remain in harmony, keeping the project on track. In addition to ensuring time and cost efficiency, she believes that personal interaction and transparent communication lead to satisfactory results. With a background in accounting and entrepreneurship, she is accustomed to working under time constraints and embraces a "just excellence" mentality within our team.
Director of Product Engineering
Demetre Ventouris
Is a trained mechanical engineer and experienced tradesman of over forty years. Demetre is a key link between our innovations and engineering principles. Working closely with project managers and the design team, Demetre’s style of project management has proven to be a system that ensures the expectations are not only exceeded, but the finished work truly “stands on its own”.
Director of Business Process Innovation
Ph.D. Joel Black, Sr.
Joel had a remarkable history as a staunch advocate of business process innovation. Throughout his career, he has collaborated closely with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to meticulously examine current business processes and pinpoint areas in need of enhancement. He takes pride in nurturing a culture of innovation within the organization, often referring to it as "Managing Geniuses."
Joel is responsible for implementing novel processes and overseeing training programs to ensure seamless comprehension and efficient execution of the updated workflows by the team. His extensive expertise in economics, business, and software development renders him an invaluable asset to the Obsidian family.
Director of Public Relations & Operational Security
Anderson Herbert
Mr. Herbert, a Certified Protection Officer (CPO) and International Travel Expert with over two decades of private security experience made a significant impact on the security sector. With a track record of leading teams in numerous high-profile events and overseeing special occasions at multiple venues, he has become a prominent figure in the industry. At Obsidian Propulsion, Mr. Herbert takes a hands-on approach to working closely with each department, ensuring a robust and responsive working environment.
His vast experience has taken him to an impressive 88 countries, where he has not only gained fluency in four languages but also acquired a deep understanding of different cultures and customs. This unique insight has been invaluable in coordinating events and collaborating with departments effectively. Mr. Herbert takes great pride in his role as a public relations and operational security professional, always respecting cultural differences and embracing diversity in his endeavors.
Director of Supply Chain and Inventory Management
Monique Hagens
She has more than a decade in managing a large chain brand retail pharmaceutical industry's end-to-end supply chain processes, from procurement to distribution and inventory control. Her ability to orchestrate teams to carry out a project through to completion has been a valuable addition to our company. She works closely with cross-functional teams, such as logistics, operations, finance, and merchandising, to achieve seamless integration and effective management of our inventory and future supply chains
Research and Technology Manager
Elisha Carter
A multi-talented individual with a remarkable journey. At 14, he already had a patent pending for his first public innovation. He also worked as a laborer for several years before finding fulfillment in caring for mentally ill individuals. Additionally, he founded a consulting company catering to entrepreneurs. His love for innovation, creativity, and business acumen is what makes his work at Obsidian so enjoyable. Moreover, he takes pleasure in disassembling and reimagining objects.
E-Mobility Performance Consultant
Charlie Greenhaus
Back in 2012 at the Washington DC Auto Show, I had the opportunity to meet my hero, Charlie Greenhaus. I had been following his EV racing journey for some time. He is the mastermind behind the EVSR Racing brand, an organization dedicated to promoting electric vehicle racing with their custom-built cars. Instantly, we connected, and I was fascinated to learn that he had been immersed in this field for over a decade. With an unwavering passion for speed, Charlie's expertise lies in designing and racing electric sports cars. Throughout the Americas, he has actively participated in numerous racing events and even achieved an impressive 8th place overall in the challenging Pikes Peak Hill climb with one of his EV Racers.
Charlie's vast experience in electric racing, as well as his talent in building electric race vehicle fabrication, played a pivotal role in the development of the remarkable B700+ prototype.
Propulsion Systems Technician
Donavan Black
Meet Donavan Black, the visionary founder of Obsidian Propulsion Co., boasting over two decades of expertise in Industrial Design & Development. His exceptional journey began during his days as an engineering student when he first conceptualized the groundbreaking B700+ back in 2020. Fuelled by his unwavering love for sports cars, Donavan recognized a crucial gap in the high-performance sports car market and envisioned the need for an electric sports car brand to revolutionize the industry.
Donavan takes immense pride in his remarkable transformation, turning his passion into a deeply rewarding career, one that allows him to wield a positive influence on the world. His dedication to continuous innovation and the relentless pursuit of pioneering technologies underscores his commitment to driving societal progress and enhancing the lives of people globally.
Vehicle Camera and Connectivity Engineer
Ronald Alison
With a curative stone in one hand and simultaneously tackling challenges, Ronald combines Marine's perspective and a hustler's spirit to develop comprehensive solutions. Having been involved in various ventures, such as clothing design and sales, construction, real estate management, landscaping, holistic medicine, fitness, tattooing, and car sales, his diverse background empowers him to approach problem-solving holistically. His knack for identifying opportunities despite limited resources is honed by his life experience.
Electric Vehicle Control Systems Engineer
Cory Brown
Cory Brown, our skilled professional, originally worked as a Software Consultant in a startup before joining our team at Obsidian Propulsion. We crossed paths at that startup, where he spearheaded the development of a customer engagement app, impressing me with his expertise in software development and app creation.
Upon discussing my ambitious plans for Obsidian Propulsion and our groundbreaking B700+ electric vehicle, Cory decided to become an essential part of our team. As an Electric Vehicle Control Systems Engineer, he now plays a pivotal role in our project. His responsibilities encompass the design, development, and implementation of control systems that govern the seamless operation of our electric vehicles. With his proficiency in power electronics, motor control, battery management, and energy management systems, he ensures the efficiency and safety of our EV's various subsystems.
We value every contribution, regardless of its size, as it brings us closer to achieving our goal. In return for your support;
For donations ranging from $25 to $99, contributors will receive:
- Regular live updates on our development journey through Zoom, Skype, Twitch, or YouTube.
- Recognition of your name on a plaque at our headquarters, alongside other founding supporters.
- A choice of a keychain featuring the B700+ image, an Obsidian Propulsion Co T-Shirt, or a Hat to show your support as a founding funder for the B700+ sport coupe.
For donations ranging from $100 to $499, contributors will receive:
- Live updates on our progress through Zoom, Skype, Twitch, or YouTube events.
- Recognition of your name on a plaque at our headquarters, alongside other founding supporters.
- A gift bag containing a keychain featuring the B700+ image and an Obsidian Propulsion Co T-Shirt or Hat.
- The first opportunity to purchase models 501 to 1000 of the B700+ sports coupes (reservation only, not a preorder) from the first public production run.
For donations ranging from $500 to $999, contributors will receive:
- Live updates on our progress through Zoom, Skype, Twitch, or YouTube events.
- Recognition of your name on a plaque at our headquarters, alongside other founding supporters.
- A gift bag containing a keychain featuring the B700+ image and an Obsidian Propulsion Co T-Shirt or Hat, along with other sponsored goodies.
- The first opportunity to purchase models 101 to 500 of the B700+ sports coupes (reservation only, not a preorder) from the first public production run.
- Exclusive invitation to the B700+ product unveiling/launch event, with a Zoom, Skype, Twitch, or YouTube link sent a week prior for remote attendees.
For donations ranging from $1000 to $4999, contributors will receive:
- Live updates on our progress through Zoom, Skype, Twitch, or YouTube events.
- Recognition of your name on a plaque at our headquarters, alongside other founding supporters.
- A gift bag containing a keychain featuring the B700+ image and an Obsidian Propulsion Co T-Shirt or Hat, along with other sponsored goodies.
- The first opportunity to purchase models 75 to 100 of the B700+ sports coupes (reservation only, not a preorder) from the first public production run.
- Exclusive bi-weekly live Zoom/Skype progress updates with the B700+ sports coupe development team for personalized Q&A.
- Exclusive invitation to the B700+ product unveiling/launch event, VIP tickets to the unveiling/launch after-party, and the opportunity to meet the team and founders. A Zoom, Skype, Twitch, or YouTube link will be sent a week prior for remote attendees.
For donations ranging from $5000 to $9999, contributors will receive:
- Live updates on our progress through Zoom, Skype, Twitch, or YouTube events.
- Recognition of your name on a plaque at our headquarters, alongside other founding supporters.
- A gift bag containing a keychain featuring the B700+ image and an Obsidian Propulsion Co T-Shirt or Hat, along with other sponsored goodies.
- The first opportunity to purchase models 11 to 25 of the B700+ sports coupes (reservation only, not a preorder) from the first public production run.
- Exclusive bi-weekly live Zoom/Skype progress updates with the B700+ sports coupe development team for personalized Q&A.
- Exclusive invitation to the B700+ product unveiling/launch event, VIP tickets to the unveiling/launch after-party, and the opportunity to meet the team and founders. A Zoom, Skype, Twitch, or YouTube link will be sent a week prior for remote attendees.
By contributing to our campaign, you are not only helping us build a groundbreaking vehicle but also supporting innovation and the future of sustainable transportation. We firmly believe that the B700+ has the potential to revolutionize the sports car market, providing an exhilarating driving experience while being environmentally friendly.
Thank you for believing in our vision and considering supporting our project. Together, we can forge a better future for ourselves and future generations, where sustainable transportation and exhilarating driving experiences coexist seamlessly. Your contribution will play a significant role in shaping the success of the B700+ and the impact it can have on the world.
With gratitude,
Donavan Francis Black
Fundraising team (5)
Donavan Black
Organizer
Washington D.C., DC
Darryl Holley
Team member
Lawrence Black
Team member
Lena Bell
Team member
Ronald Allison
Team member