This bachelor’s thesis investigates the feasibility of designing a lightweight, aero-dynamic child bike trailer using composite materials for its main structural ele-ments. The project encompasses theoretical design, finite element analysis (FEA),and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) to optimize the structure for weight re-duction and improved aerodynamics while ensuring strength. Key considerationsinclude material selection, laminate stiffness, and manufacturing methods. Thestudy provides a plan for future prototype development. Findings suggest that acomposite-based design can significantly reduce weight and enhance aerodynamicperformance compared to traditional materials and structural design.
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:UPSALLA1/oai:DiVA.org:kth-349603 |
| Date | January 2024 |
| Creators | Yberg Ventegodt, Hektor |
| Publisher | KTH, Skolan för teknikvetenskap (SCI) |
| Source Sets | DiVA Archive at Upsalla University |
| Language | English |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | Student thesis, info:eu-repo/semantics/bachelorThesis, text |
| Format | application/pdf |
| Rights | info:eu-repo/semantics/openAccess |
| Relation | TRITA-SCI-RAP ; 2024:198 |
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