Here’s to all the companies and sponsors that have helped us build the handcycle and get to the competition:
School of Marine Science and Engineering, Plymouth University – Have provided substantial funding and a huge number of technician’s hours without which the project would not have been possible. A huge thanks to all the technicians and staff that have contributed to the project. Learn more HERE
XMA – have generously funded all flights and transportation. XMA are a provider of IT equipment and software to Plymouth University and a huge range of other customers. In fact the handcycle was designed (using the latest computer aided design and simulation software) on high spec computers provided by XMA. Learn more about XMA HERE
Ipeco Composites – The complex design of the shell required the use of precise machining technology. Ipeco, with their extensive manufacturing capability allowed us to use their 5-axis CNC machine to shape the shell’s plugs. Their expertise in composite manufacture and design was invaluable and their input, efficiency and support has been critical to the success of the project. Learn more about Ipeco HERE
Certini Bicycle Co. – The handcycle provided many challenges in packing the drivetrain and finding the best ways to get the power down. Certini in Saltash, Cornwall kindly provided all of the bicycle components at cost price and their vast knowledge in cycling components and bicycle design proved instrumental in the innovative design of the handcycle. Learn more about Certini HERE
ACMC – The shell of the handcycle was made from a range of composite materials and manufacturing techniques. The Advanced Composites Manufacturing Centre based in Plymouth University was the main driving force in the manufacture of the handcycle’s shell aiding with the build as well as teaching the team and supporting the work throughout. Learn more about the ACMC HERE
DesignFlow – DesignFlow is an engineering design and computational fluid dynamics consultancy based in Plymouth University. They provided help and expertise in virtually all aspects of the handcycle design. Visit DesignFlow HERE
Baron Controls – The handcycle’s gearing is an automatic system enabling Liz to concentrate on getting the power down. The ProShift system, designed by baron controls has been designed for Liz taking into account her riding style, power output and the requirements of the course. Learn more about the pro shift system HERE
University of Lincoln – Liz’s local university in Lincoln has been of great help to the team in testing her abilities for use in the ProShift system. Lincoln, and their sports science knowledge and expertise have helped develop the race strategy and prepare Liz for the challenge. Learn more HERE
Sunrise – A donation from Sunrise has funded the composite materials used in the shell manufacture. Sunrise provide IT services for Plymouth University and have been supporters of the handcycle project. Find out more about Sunrise HERE
ICE Trikes – Experts in trike and HPV design and manufacture, based in Falmouth, Cornwall. Their expertise was invaluable and we only wish that we’d met them earlier in the project! They also kindly donated a range of specialist cycle parts such as tyres and chain guides. Visit ICE Trikes HERE
Cycle Power Meters.com – Cycle power have supplied the handcycle’s power meter at cost price this is used to log and optimise rider performance. It will provide invaluable data for future analysis and handcycle development. Learn more HERE