Folding Tricycle
In cooperation with students of the Institute of Automotive Engineering (IFK) and the Cologne International School of Design (KISD), a concept for an electrically driven vehicle is being developed, which will serve to bridge short distances within urban areas.
At a Glance
| Category | Description |
|---|---|
| Research project | Folding Tricycle |
| Administration | Prof. Dr. Michael Frantzen |
| Faculty | Automotive Systems and Production |
| Partners | Cologne International School of Design (KISD) |
The vehicle concept has three wheels, of which the front wheel is driven and the two rear wheels are dragged. The energy storage unit can easily be removed to charge it separately at home or at the office.
Due to the cooperation of the Faculty of Automotive Systems and Production and KISD, the concept pays special attention to the vehicle design. A folding mechanism reduces the length of the vehicle by pushing the front end over a rail system towards the underbody. The width can be reduced by folding up the rear wheels with their footboards. This way a compact box is created when folded, which can also be used as a seat in buses and trains.
