Bike designers are constantly striving for sleekness in their creations and the Edge Bicycle certainly exudes this quality. Embodying a fineness and a minimalist look, this two-wheeled conveyance appears quite lightweight and sharp enough to slice through oncoming wind.
To make the stiff and geometric shape of the frame, Allan Sejer Madsen, Song Kejie and Lin Yunyuan envisioned its manufacturing with a single piece of steel, bending it into straight creases for a multifaceted form. Rods and tubes were welded to it to connect and stabilize the wheels, the seat and the handlebars of the Edge Bicycle. The concept was developed for the Shanghai World EXPO with Tongji University and the Forever Bicycle Factory.
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The Edge Bicycle's Rigid Form Suggests That it Would Cut Through the Wind
Trend Themes
1. Minimalist Bicycle Design - Designers can leverage minimalist aesthetic to create lightweight and fast bicycles similar to the Edge Bicycle.
2. Single-piece Manufacturing - Innovative production techniques that use single-piece manufacturing can lead to the creation of unique and strikingly shaped bicycles that are also structurally stable.
3. Sustainable Materials - Sourcing materials that are eco-friendly and include sustainable fibers can lead to the creation of modern bicycles with a unique visual flair.
Industry Implications
1. Bicycle Manufacturing - Manufacturing companies in the bicycle industry should invest in innovative production techniques for unique and efficient products.
2. Industrial Design and Engineering - Designers and engineers should explore minimalism and sustainable materials to create innovative and avant-garde products with environmental consciousness.
3. Tourism and Leisure - Tourism and leisure companies should anticipate consumer needs for lightweight and visually striking bicycles that offer a unique experience while minimizing environmental impact.