Torqway Hybrid Lichaamsoefening Voertuig by Zbigniew Dubiel

IJzer Sportartikelen · 2019

Torqway Hybrid Lichaamsoefening Voertuig

by Zbigniew Dubiel

A' Design Award in IJzer 2019 in Sportartikelen
CLIENT: Torqway Sp. z o.o.
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About Torqway Hybrid Lichaamsoefening Voertuig

Het Noordse rijdende voertuig. Dit is een innovatief activiteitsapparaat voor lichaamsbeweging, dat volwassen mensen ondersteunt bij het handhaven van een goede conditie en fysieke onafhankelijkheid. Het rijden op Torqway activeert alle spiergroepen, het belast de gewrichten niet en de oefeningen zijn tot 20% effectiever dan lopen. De Torqway is zeer veilig en stabiel door het lage zwaartepunt met batterijen in de vloer. Door implementatie van de geavanceerde hybride aandrijftechnologie is navigeren op de Torqway erg gemakkelijk en handig. Het voertuig maakt verbinding met de app voor updates voor het volgen van activiteiten.

About the A' Design Award in IJzer

Torqway Hybrid Lichaamsoefening Voertuig is winnaar van de A' Design Award in IJzer, een prestigieuze erkenning die wordt toegekend aan goede ontwerpen die voldoen aan de professionele en industriële eisen die worden verwacht van goed ontworpen creaties. Winnaars in IJzer tonen grote vaardigheid, hoge specialisatie, deskundig inzicht en het creatieve vermogen van hun makers. Torqway Hybrid Lichaamsoefening Voertuig wordt verwacht een hooggewaardeerde, bewonderde en gekoesterde creatie te zijn die praktisch en innovatief is. Dit ontwerp dat de A' Design Award in IJzer heeft gewonnen, integreert de beste praktijken uit de sector en heeft bekwame technische kenmerken die verbonden zijn met knowhow en talent. Torqway Hybrid Lichaamsoefening Voertuig wordt gerespecteerd om zijn grondigheid en is ontworpen om verbeteringen van de levenskwaliteit te bieden die helpen de wereld een betere plek te maken.

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Unique Properties: The Nordic Riding.
It is a vehicle for physical exercise,
which supports mature people in maintaining good condition
and physical independence.
Riding Torqway activates all muscle groups, it doesn’t put strain
on joints, and Torqway exercises are up to 20% more effective
than walking.
Dimensions & Packaging: The weight is going to be less than 40kg
The general dimensions :
height - 1217mm,
width - 654mm,
length - 708mm

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Tags: Torqway Hybrid, Nordic Riding, Physical Exercise Vehicle,
Production Technology: Overall body construction is made by Polyamide 66 in molds technology. Most important parts are reinforcement by aluminum structures. As a propulsion we used compact but high torque engines powered by dedicated power supply designed for Torqway Hybrid purpose only.
Design Challenge: The biggest challenge was to create elegant, sporty and yet very functional surface around the given technical package. The idea was to create aesthetically pleasing visual connection between user and the device/vehicle.
Research: The initial research before the first sketched ideas was about the human interaction with the exercise device/vehicle. Although the Torqway is the mechanical device the idea was to provide more of the visual connection with the person riding it. The nature was the great source of those inspirations. In order to give it more upscale feel, I had to look at premium everyday products.
The project was first sketched out using paper and pencil/pens, then digital drawing were applied and in the final stages 3D applications had to be used in order to match the provided engineering package.
The design was later transformed into the full scale mockup painted model (also used later for the marketing purposes - www.torqway.com).
Inspiration: The original idea was created at Polish startup company Torqway . Initialy Torqway created fully working concept of mechanical mobility device. Then there was the idea of combining this innovative muscle powered vehicle with electric power - the Hybrid. I was responsible for designing the external look of the more advanced Torqway Hybrid.
Timeless classic with smooth lines and sophisticated details, premium class products. Natural and organic shapes that create harmony with the user.
Project Duration: Project (the design stage) has started in Fall 2017 and the design/styling has been approved in Spring 2018. The project currently is in the pre-production stage. The project has started in Torun, Poland and design stage was created in Derby, UK .
The Torqway company is located in Torun, Poland.
Operation Flow: User uses arms to drive the vehicle and his heels to turn. Keeping the balance during the ride involves most of the torso muscles.
Patents: Copyrights belong to
Torqway Sp. z o.o. ,
Zbigniew Dubiel/Dubiel Design Ltd, 2019,