Dynamic Sectors of The Effi-Cycle

Transmission System Braking Systems Suspension Systems Misc. Dynamic Parts Involved

Sectors Discussed

 Early self driven locomotive systems used to have the driver right above the wheel for manually powering it. Leonardo Da Vinci with his innovative idea of chain and sprocket(cog). With this it was possible to have the driver in the middle of the two wheels for better balancing and comfort

Transmission Systems

Chain and Sprocket Drive with Derailleur System

 Components
Pedal (extendable) Cranset Chain Cogset Derailleur Gears (Front/Rear) Shifters Bowden Cables Chain Tubes

Chain and Sprocket Drive with Derailleur System Contd..

 This is a conventional system used in every mechanically driven locomotion systems. The chain alignment and their spacing can be done according to our trike design. The chains and can be extended from the pedal to derailleur using chain tubes and sprocket pulleys.

Chain and Sprocket Drive with Derailleur System Contd..

 Since efficient braking system is also evaluated in the competition and also its one of the most important component in the trike, Disc Brakes.

Braking Systems

Braking Systems Contd..

 These are very important for smooth ride Their locations will be at some key places for almost all the designs. Only their orientations and dimensions may vary according to the chassis design Key spots are
Head Tube Forks Wheel to Chassis Zone Seat Stay to Hub

Suspension Systems

 Usually for front and rear two different types of suspensions are used
Front : Simple Spring Rear : Spring with a damper

The suspension systems specifications will be a standard set. We need to use according to the simulation results

Suspension Systems Contd..

Suspension Systems Contd..

Suspension Systems Contd..