GEARS , DRIVES & MOTORS
Productiv ’ s rapid response brings Cyclopic centreless wheel drive system to Advanced Engineering 2019
A novel centreless wheel drive system with multiple potential applications was showcased at the Advanced Engineering event in Birmingham 30-31 October , assisted by Coventry-based venture engineering specialist Productiv .
Productiv has created a working prototype of Cyclopic ’ s revolutionary patented Wheal system , which combines drive , steering , braking and operating height adjustment in a single unit .
The ground-breaking prototype was showcased at the entrance of the National Exhibition Centre and was well received by thousands of visitors the show attracted .
Each Wheal is fitted with its own separate drive system , giving complete 360-degree manoeuvrability – allowing for easy parallel parking , and so creating a ready solution for urban zone parking . In combination with road reading technology , the Wheal also delivers a unique vehicle levelling capability with no need for additional fluid power systems for levelling .
In just 13 weeks , Productiv created a complete working aluminium prototype for the show , from the Cyclopic team ’ s own prototype , as well as optimising the electronics and control software .
Alan Rallings , Director of Cyclopic , commented : “ Uniquely combining operating vehicle height , drive , steering and braking in a single unit , the Wheal has multiple applications , not least in electric vehicles and other mobility solutions . The Productiv team did an exceptional job in creating a completely operational model with full control system , in such a short period , once we knew we were given the opportunity to showcase the Wheal at the Advanced Engineering event . We anticipate strong interest from many sectors given the flexibility and capability of the Wheal .”
Matt Hardwick of Productiv added : “ This was a genuine challenge which showcases the unique capabilities of Productiv in having design , prototyping and systems engineering all under one roof . The Wheal is a highly novel design which is versatile enough to be used in both on-road applications , such as delivery vehicles , and other applications such as caravans / trailers .”
Cyclopic Ltd would welcome any interest from any company or individual that would like to invest / sponsor the next stage of prototyping the Wheal
For more information on Productiv , visit www . productiv . co . uk . Further details on the Wheal can be found at www . cyclopic . co . uk .
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