Engineering Of Bicycles
How Bicycles Work
“Formigli Raquel Stock Carbon bicycle frame” by KevinSaunders is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 2.0
Bicycles work by converting the energy produced by the rider’s pedaling into forward motion through a set of parts.
Parts
The main parts of the bicycle are wheels, frame, pedals, chain, brakes, and handlebars.
Frame
At the heart of the bicycle is the frame which is what holds the bike together and keeps it stable. The frame is usually made from aluminum, steel, or some other medal. The frame is designed to be light and sturdy.
Pedals
The pedals are attached to the bottom bracket, which is located at the center of the frame. The pedals are connected to the rear wheel via a chain, which passes over a set of gears (cassette).
How it works
So how a bike works is when the rider (you) pedal, the movement rotates the chainring, which is attached to the pedals. The chainring is connected to the chain, which is then connected to the cassette which is what turn the wheel when it is turned by the chain. As the chain moves over the cassette, it transfers the energy generated from the rider’s pedaling to the rear wheel, which then pushes the bike and rider forward. The handlebars of the bike allow the rider to steer and control the direction of the bicycle. The brake on the bike allow the rider to slow down or completely stop all forward motion by applying pressure to the rim of the wheel.
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