Mountain bike suspension forks have been developed to reduce the
accelerations transmitted to the rider. However, the effectiveness of
suspension forks has not been systematically investigated. It was the goal of
this project to quantify the amount of impact acceleration damping afforded
by three stiffness settings of suspension forks compared...
As designer it is important to understand the needs and wants of the
consumer. In sportswear design it is particularly important to know what
consumers think they want and what are the physical movements needs which
the apparel must meet. This study was developed to provide the researcher with
a...
Bicycle commuting is increasing in popularity due to exercise benefits, cost savings, and environmental concerns. Available specialized cycling apparel does not reflect the aesthetic and expressive needs of the bicycle commuter. Urban bicycle commuters need clothing that allows them to bicycle safely and effectively while maintaining their identity as professionals....