E-Bike Xafari Igikoresho cy'Ibanze: Igare rya Kagurishwa (Electric Bicycle) by Zhenping Du is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 Igihembo cya A' Design Award cya Buronze in Igishushanyo cy'Igare Competition Category.
BuronzeIgare· 2024
E-Bike Xafari Igikoresho cy'Ibanze: Igare rya Kagurishwa (Electric Bicycle)
by Zhenping Du
Client: Segway
Igihembo cya A' Design Award cya Buronze Winner in Igare Category
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The Design
About E-Bike Xafari Igikoresho cy'Ibanze: Igare rya Kagurishwa (Electric Bicycle)
Umwandiko w'Igitabo: Xafari ni igare rya kagurishwa ryakozwe kugira ngo rikoreshwe mu gutembera hanze. Iri gare rifite amapine (tires) ya 26x3.0 hamwe n'uburyo bwuzuye bwo gucecekesha imitingito (full suspension) kugira ngo hagire ubunyangamugayo mu gutembera no ku nzira zidafite umuhanda mwiza. Ikadiri (frame) yakozwe hakoreshejwe uburyo bwa gravity casting, buha inyubako idafite aho ihuriye kandi ifite imiterere y'akadomo keza. Ikizamura gikomeye (pivot) hamwe n'igikoresho cyo gucecekesha imitingito kigenda cyihariye (semi-integrated shock absorber) byongera ubunyangamugayo. Ibateri ifite ingufu za 913Wh na moteri ifite ubushobozi bwa 750W hamwe n'imbaraga zo kuzunguza (torque) za 80Nm bifasha mu kunyura mu turere dutandukanye no ku manegeka arambuye. Ibikorwa by'ubwenge birimo gufungura igare hifashishijwe telefoni ihujwe na interineti (phone connectivity) hamwe n'urumuri ruhindagurika (adaptive lighting) rukoreshwa mu gutembera nijoro.
The Recognition
About the Igihembo cya A' Design Award cya Buronze
E-Bike Xafari Igikoresho cy'Ibanze: Igare rya Kagurishwa (Electric Bicycle) ni uwegukanye Igihembo cya A' Design Award cya Buronze, ishimwe ry'agaciro gakomeye ritangwa ku bishushanyo by'indashyikirwa birangwa no guhanga, ubwenge n'ubushishozi. Abegukanye Buronze ni ibihangano bifite ubuhanga bwinshi kandi bihanga cyane, bishimangira uburambe, ubwenge n'ubushobozi bw'ababihanze. E-Bike Xafari Igikoresho cy'Ibanze: Igare rya Kagurishwa (Electric Bicycle) biteganyijwe ko izaba ikintu cyubahwa, gishimwa kandi gikundwa, gifite ubunyamwuga n'udushya. Iki gishushanyo cyegukanye Buronze gikoresha uburyo bwiza mu buhanzi, ubumenyi, ubushushanyo n'ikoranabuhanga kandi kirarenze mu gutaha ku tuntu duto. E-Bike Xafari Igikoresho cy'Ibanze: Igare rya Kagurishwa (Electric Bicycle) ishimisha ibyo dukeneye, ikora ku byifuzo byacu, itwara amarangamutima yacu kandi ikurura amatsiko yacu.
Behind the Design
Press Kit
Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- Xafari, designed for outdoor enthusiasts, boasts 26x3.0 tires and full suspension for comfort on leisurely rides or off-road excursions. Its gravity cast frame ensures seamless construction with intricate details, while a sleek design reminiscent of Segway's previous models features a robust pivot and semi-integrated shock absorber for added comfort. With a powerful 913Wh battery and 750W motor delivering 80Nm torque, it effortlessly handles diverse terrains and steep inclines for all-day adventures.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- Width 1925mm × Depth 720mm × Height 1155mm
- Tags
- E-bike, Technology Sense, Future Sense, High Performance, Off road
- Production Technology
- Elevate your ride with scenario-adaptive smart functions, enhancing your journey with boosted power assistance. automated lock/unlock, and adaptive lighting for safe nighttime rides. The Segway electric bike prioritizes your comfort, adjusting performance based on your physical condition and seamlessly integrating with health monitoring devices. Immerse yourself in the all-in-one smart cockpit, controlling navigation, headlights, and fitness tracking for effortless urban exploration. Experience the pinnacle of innovation with the Segway E-bike.
- Design Challenge
- Segway simplifies movement worldwide with innovative electric mopeds, off-road vehicles, and the latest addition, the Xafari electric bike. Designed for recreational users, it leverages Segway's vertical integration and hardware innovation to enhance convenience and enjoyment.
- Research
- Electric bikes provide eco-friendly transportation, emitting zero emissions and reducing air pollution and carbon footprint. They offer a sustainable alternative to conventional vehicles, particularly in urban areas, helping people bypass traffic congestion for faster travel. Additionally, they cater to a wider demographic, including those with physical limitations or challenges with traditional cycling.
- Inspiration
- We aim to deliver exceptional comfort for recreational riders or those embarking on endurance journeys, all while ensuring off-road capabilities. Our goal is to make the experience of using E-bikes effortless and intuitive for all riders.
- Project Duration
- The project was initiated in Shenzhen, China, in April 2023. After six months of development, the prototype was successfully validated. Mass production commenced in October 2023, and it is scheduled for full-scale production in July 2024.
- Operation Flow
- As you approach the bike, Xafari can recognize the user via phone connectivity and turn itself on, no need physical key or password; Beyond these conveniences, it is an intelligent perception and interaction system, we continuously adapt functions for different scenarios, to improve the safety and usability of the vehicle, such as automatic headlights that adjust to the light of the surroundings, and initial power assist.
- Team Members
- Ji Lin
Zhenping Du
Zhihong Li
Jie Chen - Image Credits
- All uploaded images and videos belong to designer Zhenping Du
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