The 'AeroPod' Accurately Measures Cyclists' Aerodynamic Drag
Rahul Kalvapalle — April 25, 2018 — Eco
References: kickstarter & dcrainmaker
The AeroPod is a high-tech cycling gadget that is designed to be able to measure the amount of aerodynamic drag that a given cyclist endures, allowing them to go about improving their performance.
Designed to be installed onto the handlebars, this cycling gadget requires new users to first carry out a short calibration ride, at which point it creates a customized user profile and uses it as a baseline for future measurements. All future rides then involve the AeroPod calculating the cyclist's aerodynamic ride by taking into account parameters such as applied force, acceleration and hill slope.
By using an array of sensors to measure and deduce aerodynamic drag, the AeroPod empowers competitive cyclists with data that they can then use to alter their performance and achieve improved results.
Designed to be installed onto the handlebars, this cycling gadget requires new users to first carry out a short calibration ride, at which point it creates a customized user profile and uses it as a baseline for future measurements. All future rides then involve the AeroPod calculating the cyclist's aerodynamic ride by taking into account parameters such as applied force, acceleration and hill slope.
By using an array of sensors to measure and deduce aerodynamic drag, the AeroPod empowers competitive cyclists with data that they can then use to alter their performance and achieve improved results.
Trend Themes
1. Aerodynamic-measuring Devices - Opportunity for companies to create innovative gadgets that measure aerodynamic drag of various objects or individuals.
2. Data-driven Performance Improvement - Creating opportunities for data-driven performance improvement in various fields or activities.
3. Customized User Profiling - Opportunity to create customized user profiles for various products and services, enabling personalized experiences.
Industry Implications
1. Cycling Equipment Manufacturing - Manufacturers of cycling equipment can capitalize on aerodynamic measurement technology and create innovative, performance-enhancing gadgets.
2. Fitness and Training Industries - Fitness and training industries can leverage aerodynamic measurement technology to offer data-driven performance improvement strategies to their clients.
3. Automotive Design and Manufacturing - Aerodynamic measurement technology can be applied to automotive design and manufacturing to create more efficient and streamlined vehicles.
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