Crescent evolve - Electric bike for youth

Abstract

The purpose of the project was to design an electric bicycle to offer the target group youth an attractive alternative to mopeds. The basis for the project was user studies in which young people were interviewed and observed in their daily environment. The project resulted in a product, designed with the focus of integrating the battery to the shape, to create a wholeness that is simple and intuitive.! The product is easy to use and operate, with an automatic transmission engine.! A smart modular system allows the user to choose design with mudguards, rear rack, or without. The battery design is based on "cradleto- cradle" to maximize the battery life and minimize environmental impacts. It was very fun and rewarding to have the opportunity to present the results for the youth who showed great interest in the product. The project was conducted in collaboration with Designit and Cycleurope.