Detailed Experiments/Set up

The Plan:

Use SimScale to test the tires and brakes of the bike. We will do this by, first making a
3D model of both the brakes and the frame on onshape. Then we will import those models from
onshape to SimScale, allowing us to run the tests. For the brake test we will be testing both heat
caused by friction and structural strength of the brake disc. In the tire test we will just be testing
the traction. One of our goals is to lower the heat because if it is too hot then the brakes will
overheat and not be as efficient at slowing the bike down. The next goal we have is to make
sure the tires we create have enough traction to maintain grip on whatever surface they are
moving on. Both of these are extremely important to the rider's safety when riding the bike. Our
disk brake’s rotor diameter will be 203 mm and will be made of 440 stainless steel alloy. The
brake pads will be made from silicone rubber. Our bicycle tires width will be 32 mm, 28mm or
23mm made from a natural rubber and synthetic polymer compound . The diameter of our bike
tires are going to be 700 mm and the rims will be 622mm.

Variables:
In the simulation:
Brakes:
- Design of the brake disc
Tires:
- Tread type
- Width of tires
Factors that would change the results in a real life test:
- Temperature/Weather
- Surface other than dry pavement
- The rider of the bike (weight)

Materials Required:
3D models of tires and brakes
 32mm slick 28mm slick 23mm slick

32mm semi slick 28mm semi slick 23mm semi slick

Instruments:
Computer - to run the simulation and create the models(everyone our my group has one)
SimScale - a program that can run simulations and give results such as heat produced
from friction.
Onshape - a 3D modeling software that we will use to create models of components of
our bike such as the brakes.

Procedure:
 Step 1 - Create accurate models of the tire and braking system in Onshape.
Step 2 - Import the Models of the tire and braking system into SimScale.
Step 3 - Set up parameters and measurements inside of simulation.
Step 4 - Create an environment for testing inside the simulation.
Step 5 - Run simulation with first tire tread pattern (or braking system).
Step 6 - Record data on separate documents for later reference.
Step 7 - Repeat steps 2 through 6 with different tread patterns.

Data:
We are looking to test the friction produced by each type of tire tread and the width of
the tires by measuring the heating patterns on the tire after the test. The 2 types of tread that we
will be testing are slick and semi slick and the 3 tire widths we will be testing are 23mm, 28mm
and 32mm.
Then for the brake tests we are looking for the temperature of the rotors/ disc for each rotor and
the strength of each rotor. The rotors all have different designs, which may have benefits and
drawbacks. Half of the rotors that we designed have cut outs on the part that the pads contact.
This should help to lower temperatures, but it is also less surface area for the pads to contact,
most likely resulting in slightly less braking power, and less structural strength.
All of the temperature measurements will be taken in Fahrenheit and the strength test will be
measured using von mises stress. Our results will show which tire treads will work best on the
typically flat concrete surfaces of the modern city and which design of brake rotor is the best for
heat distribution and overall structural strength. This being our target environment for bike riders
makes it the focus for all of our testing.
Future Plans (If we have built a prototype):

The Plan:
Take the built prototype to 5211 Broadway, Oakland, CA to 1185, San Leandro CA. This

is a ten mile route, meaning it is perfect for our testing, also it connects two Wendys’. Our time

test will be on the first day of testing. We will see on a fresh battery whether or not the bike in

normal conditions can reach 10 miles in less than 30 mins. Of course we expect variation in

times due to human error or the fact that the battery is brand new. We will do four tests

throughout the day and average them out. If our times are consistently under 30 mins we can

expect that as the battery ages and the bike wears it may slow slightly. But if successful, we will

be able to conclude that our bike meets that requirement.

Our second test would be the day after in which we would do four tests on the distance

the bike would go. One of the tests would be to only use the throttle. We would expect for this

method to be less effective as the ladder two. Those being pedal assist mode and pedaling

while throttling. We expect for pedal assist to be the most efficient mode but all will likely reach

our 20 mile requirement for a single charge.

 ​ Start at 5211 Broadway ----------> End at San Leandro Street

We will be able to test at the same time how the bike performs at a lower steepness on

the way there. On the trip back we can assess the bike at a higher steepness.

Variables:

Weather - We are aiming to run the tests during a sunny day with no rain or other forms of
weather that may interfere with the tests.

Physical Condition of the rider - We will make sure the rider is hydrated and has had a nutritious
breakfast so they don't run out of energy while running the tests.

Materials Required:

-Bicyclean Bike - The bike that will be tested, it will have its seat adjusted to the riders
preference.

-Test Rider - A willing volunteer who will follow the pre planned route on the bike.

-Bananas - We don’t want our test rider to get cramps and bananas are a filling source of
potassium so it is beneficial to eat one before the tests.

-Lunch Sandwiches - We will order Sandwiches for everyone because it may be a long day and
we don’t want people to get hungry while there.
-Water Bottles - Everyone needs to stay hydrated, it is easy to lose track if you don’t have a
water bottle on you.

-Helmet - To keep the rider’s head safe from any potential crashes or injuries.

Instruments:

-Stopwatch - Tracks how long the rider takes to make his way to the destination and back.

-Pencil & Paper - Write down any abnormalities or important information the rider will give us
after they've rode the bike.

Procedure:

Step 1 - Have the test rider get on the bike and review the planned route they will be taking.

Step 2 - Begin stopwatch as they begin their ride.

Step 3 - Ride at a somewhat normal pace with pedal assist to help with constant stop and starts

Step 4 - complete journey and end stopwatch, record the time.

Step 5 - Repeat steps 1-4 four times back and forth on the same path.

Step 6 - Next day conduct test in the City of Novato.

Step 7 - Start a gps monitor on a mobile phone with data to record the distance covered in miles

during the ride. Begin at home and start riding towards town hall and then all through grant

avenue and other side streets.

Step 8 - Once the rider has been indicated that the bike is on low battery they will attempt to

return home and stop the gps monitor where the bike dies. This will give us data as to the max

distance on a charge.
Step 9 - Repeat steps 7 and 8 four times with each group member taking a ride to account for

different riding styles.