Drivetrain Design
Purpose:
To transfer the power of the rider into mechanical energy that turns the wheels. The drivetrain must be able to adjust to each rider on the team, so the rider is comfortable and efficient. The drivetrain must be able to create enough power for the sprint event and be efficient for the endurance competition. The drivetrain will contain an energy storage device that will store energy from the drivetrain to be used later.
Design Constraints:
Components
To transfer the power of the rider into mechanical energy that turns the wheels. The drivetrain must be able to adjust to each rider on the team, so the rider is comfortable and efficient. The drivetrain must be able to create enough power for the sprint event and be efficient for the endurance competition. The drivetrain will contain an energy storage device that will store energy from the drivetrain to be used later.
Design Constraints:
- The drivetrain must accommodate all of the riders on the team, male and female.
- The energy storage device can only be charged once the competition begins.
- Must be able to shift gears quickly and be easily controlled by the rider.
- Drivetrain needs to be integrated into the frame design so it does not interfere with the vehicle during turning.
Components
- Wheels- Must be able to do
- Shifters
- Gears
- Sprocket
- Pedals
- Energy Storage Device- transforming the kinetic energy of the bike during braking can improve the performance of the bike. This can be done using a flywheel