CTY Material
- Powerpoint presentation (works)
Useful links:
- The ASME HPV event Link to the ASME HPV competition that we will be hosting in Philadelphia this year.
- The Human Car - This is a human electric hybrid that uses a full-body rowing motion instead of pedals to generate even more power!
- The Go One - The one-passenger vehicle we talked about during the presentation. Steven Mosca was the dealer I had mentioned.
- Site for the new Dragon Wagon project ( under construction )
Thank you to everyone who attended the CTY event! Please feel free to explore the content on these pages, and if you have any question please contact Ray at rcanzanese at drexel dot edu
News
- 26.10.2008 CTY Slides re-posted. The old link didn't work, but the new one does!
- 25.10.2008 CTY Presentation is a success! Slides posted.
- 14.07.2008 Membership application added so all new DW members can join!
- 27.06.2008 Video of Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter riding the Dragon Wagon posted!
- 24.06.2008 All pictures have been consolidated to a single location. View them here
- 19.05.2008 Team 13 final report has been posted
- 17.05.2008 ASME HPV competition results have been posted. Take note that the Dragon Wagon placed first in the sprint competition!
Mayor Nutter rides the Dragon Wagon
Trailer
Photos
- Drexel Dragon Wagon Photos
- Photos include construction, ASME HPVC competition, Steven Mosca's GoOne visit, and John Tetz and Rich Sadler's visits
Project details
Drexel University's Department of Mechanical Engineering and Mechanics presents the 2007-2008 Dragon Wagon project. The Dragon Wagon is a senior design project being undertaken by fifteen Drexel University undergraduate students under the advisement of Dr. Bradley Layton.
Goals
The Dragon Wagon project aims to create low-cost, zero-emissions alternatives to the automobile, specifically for use in urban environments. Our first vehicle utilizes both the power of its two human passengers and a high-efficiency electric motor to do the following:
- Accelerate the vehicle from 0 - 35 mph in time comparable to that of a traditional automobile.
- Maintain a top speed of at least 35 mph.
- Have a braking distance comparable to that of a traditional automobile.
- Have a turning radius comparable to that of a traditional automobile.
The result of satisfying these four criteria is a vehicle that can fully integrate with urban traffic.
Environmental impact
In an urban environment, the Dragon Wagon can transport you wherever a traditional automobile can drive in the same amount of time, with the following benefits:
- The Dragon Wagon does not run on gasoline, or any other fossil fuels.
- A sustainable transportation alternative!
- The Dragon Wagon is energy efficient.
- Lightweight construction and high-end components mean that minimal energy is needed to operate.
- The Dragon Wagon is emissions free. No combustion engine.
- Reduces carbon emissions, reduces air pollution, helps fight global warming!
- The Dragon Wagon is less than half the size of an automobile.
- Helps reduce urban congestion! Fits in a bike lane!
Societal impact
The Dragon Wagon does not look like a traditional automobile. Driving around in the Dragon Wagon turns heads — everyone wants to know what you are driving. This attention-grabbing aspect of the vehicle helps raise awareness of green alternatives to transportation and arouses interest in the field.
The Dragon Wagon requires you to pedal the vehicle to operate at its peak performance. This helps to promote physical activity in a society where many simply do not have the time to work out on a daily basis. If used for your daily commute, you will receive your daily dose of exercise. Not only will you be helping the environment, you will be helping your health and well-being as well!
Get involved!
The Dragon Wagon project is in need of sponsors! If you would like to make a tax-deductible donation to the Dragon Wagon project, please contact:
Bradley Layton, Assistant Professor
Department of Mechanical Engineering and Mechanics
Room 151G Curtis Hall
3141 Chestnut St
Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA
phone: (215) 895-5871
fax: (215) 895-1478
email: ude.lexerd|yalb#ude.lexerd|yalb
Sponsors
Links
Innovate or Die
Below is our entry to the Google Innovate or Die Competition. The competition challenged individuals to create a new and useful solely pedal-powered machine. Our entry was a pedal-powered portable device recharging station, capable of recharging any device that could be connected to it via USB or by a car cigarette lighter adapter. Follow the link below to view the winning entries!
Google Innovate or Die competition
Status and development
Members
This site has been established as a central point for collaboration on the Dragon Wagon project. If you are unfamiliar with the Wikidot format of Wikitext, please refer to the "How do I edit pages?" link on the sidebar. Membership is by invitation only. Please contact Ray Canzanese if you need a membership invitation.
Team Members
- Adviser
- Bradley Layton
- Assistant advisers
- John Tetz
- Rich Sadler
- MEM Senior Design Team 11
- Kyungdo Kim
- Jorge Arias
- Animesh K. Singh
- Siddharth Raj
- Ian Mackinnon
- MEM Senior Design Team 12
- Michael Wigdahl
- Andrew Lavin
- Binh Vu
- Erica Shwarz
- Eric Kolb
- Samuel Krulik
- MEM Senior Design Team 13
- Ray Canzanese
- Joe Hirschkowitz
- John Palermo
- Joe Porcelli
- Hess members
- Mike Brown
- Additional team members
- Susan Jones
- Eric Edmonds
- Jessi Kaestle
Vehicle component listing
- Electric drive train
- Magmotor S28-150
- Brushed servo
- 3 horsepower
- 1970 oz-in Torque
- 24 volt
- Neodymium magnets
- VTX-75 motor speed controller
- PWM Controller
- Throttle input
- ABS 12V18T4LT (x2)
- 12V Sealed lead acid battery
- 18 amp-hours
- Magmotor S28-150
- Bicycle drive train
- Campagnolo Xenon Cranks
- Campagnolo Veloce derailleurs
- Frame
- Custom designed and build
- Steel construction
- MIG welds
- Brakes
- Hayes Stroker Trail V8 Disc Brake
Status
Please visit Vehicle status for up to date information regarding:
- Vehicle construction
- Task list
- Component list
Development Information
- Frame
- Electric Drive Components
- Seat
- Wheels
- Drive Train
- Solar Canopy
- Regenerative Braking
- Aero Shell
- Data Acquisition
- Steering
Additional Resources
Trike Construction References
- Trike/Electric Trike Construction
- Detailed trike construction measurements and instructions
- Part Selection Considerations