Three Wheeled Compact from Berlin
Rose A. Valenta — June 21, 2008 — Autos
References: elitechoice.org
The Technical University of Berlin has designed a three-wheeled car called CLEVER or Compact Low Emission Vehicle. It is an urban transport that runs on compressed natural gas and gets 188 miles per gallon. The car measures 10'L x 3.3'W x 4.4'H and will cost $10,000 when it is produced.
An inherent problem with vehicles designed like this three-wheeler, is tipping while cornering. The design engineers solved this problem with a clever (no pun intended) built-in lean. The same thing motorcyclists do during cornering.
An inherent problem with vehicles designed like this three-wheeler, is tipping while cornering. The design engineers solved this problem with a clever (no pun intended) built-in lean. The same thing motorcyclists do during cornering.
Trend Themes
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Low Emission — Reducing emissions in automotive design by utilizing alternative fuels.
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Compact Design — Designing smaller and more efficient vehicles for urban transportation.
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Built-in Lean — Incorporating leaning technology in vehicle design to prevent tipping while cornering.
Industry Implications
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Automotive — Manufacturing and designing vehicles that prioritize low emissions and compact size.
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Alternative Fuel — Developing and implementing innovative fuel solutions to reduce carbon emissions.
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Transportation — Creating efficient and safe transportation options for urban environments with built-in stability features.
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