TEAM 3 - TRIUMPH

Matt DisselkoenAmy NewlandJamison Vande Ree

TRIumph Group Members

Matt Disselkoen M.E., Amy Newland M.E., Jamison Vande Ree M.E.

Presentation Outline

Project Description Current Options Safety Standards Design Norms Design Decisions Work Planned Questions

Project Description

Redesign equipment for myTEAM TRIUMPH Combine ride-behind and push units Improve aerodynamics and ride feel Improve connection joints Increase weight capacity Design for easy transportation

Project Description – Current Options – Safety Standards – Design Norms – Design Decisions – Work Planned

Current Equipment

Running Chair, from Advance Mobility™

Bike Trailer, from

Cycletote®

Project Description – Current Options – Safety Standards – Design Norms – Design Decisions – Work Planned

Current Options

Components Professional “Homemade”

Competitor products Design differences Specifications not met

Weight Capacity Dual Function Triathlon capable

Project Description – Current Options – Safety Standards – Design Norms – Design Decisions – Work Planned

Competitor Products

Wike® Extra Large Special Needs Trailer

Burley® d’lite

Chariot Carriers Inc. Corsaire XL

Project Description – Current Options – Safety Standards – Design Norms – Design Decisions – Work Planned

Safety Standards

Common sense No sharp edges or protruding objects No weak or unstable points

ASTM – American Society for Testing and Materials Standard Specification for Nonpowered Bicycle

Trailers Designed for Human Passengers Standard Consumer Safety Performance

Specificationfor Carriages and Strollers

Standard Test Methods for Bicycle Frames

Project Description – Current Options – Safety Standards – Design Norms – Design Decisions – Work Planned

Design Norms

Caring myTEAM TRIUMPH

Trustworthy Reliable design features

Transparency Intuitive and easy to use

Project Description – Current Options – Safety Standards – Design Norms – Design Decisions – Work Planned

Design Decisions

Component Basis Frame Seat Shock Absorption Brakes Wheels Covering Safety Features

Project Description – Current Options – Safety Standards – Design Norms – Design Decisions – Work Planned

Design Decisions

Frame Aluminum alloy tubing, 6061

Lightweight, strong, and durable

TIG weldable, high-strength, minimum deflection

Other optionsTitanium and Carbon Fiber

Financially infeasible

Project Description – Current Options – Safety Standards – Design Norms – Design Decisions – Work Planned

Current Prototype Frame Design

Design Decisions

Seat Horizontal sling design

Comfortable Durable Adjustable

Shock Absorption High tension elastic cord

Simple to installLightweight

Project Description – Current Options – Safety Standards – Design Norms – Design Decisions – Work Planned

REI Comfort Lounger Chair from REI.com

Design Decisions

Brakes Caliper brakes

Simple Inexpensive Lightweight

Wheels Road bicycle tires

Low rolling resistance Quick-release

capable Front wheel caster

Improves steering while running

Project Description – Current Options – Safety Standards – Design Norms – Design Decisions – Work Planned

Serfas Seca Road Tire - 700 x 23 / 25 / 28, from REI.com

Shimano Dura Ace 7800 Brake Caliper, from Cyclesuperstore

Design Decisions

Safety Features Roll-cage

Four-point roll cage for extra safety Harness

Five-point safety harness Added safety Padded for comfort

Side Windows Plexiglas side windows

Prevent contact with moving parts Provide outside viewing

Project Description – Current Options – Safety Standards – Design Norms – Design Decisions – Work Planned

Standard Five-Point Harness, from wotnow.ca

Planned Work

Examine ASTM Safety Standards Continue to Improve Frame Design Choose specific design components Practice TIG welding Update meeting with myTEAM TRIUMPH

Project Description – Current Options – Safety Standards – Design Norms – Design Decisions – Work Planned

Questions?