by Huw Williams | Oct 26, 2021 | SSEH Blog News
Friction within a chain contributes to energy loss and therefore reduces drivetrain efficiency. Based on simple pendulum theory, the chain efficiency rig comprises of a swinging pendulum that rotates a chain around a chainring or sprocket. The energy lost to friction...
by Huw Williams | Oct 26, 2021 | SSEH Blog News
A component tested in the isolation of a wind tunnel could prove to be aerodynamically advantageous, however, if the components stiffness or mechanical efficiency to transmit rider power to the road is not considered, then any aerodynamic gain could be wasted. This...
by Huw Williams | Oct 26, 2021 | SSEH Blog News
Rolling resistance is the force resisting the motion of a tyre rolling over a surface, rider power is required to overcome this force. The Rolling Resistance Rig utilises a motor driven roller, contained within an enclosure to rotate a wheel; vertical mass can be...
by Charlie Smith | Oct 14, 2021 | SSEH Blog News
At SSEH we are developing three new mechanical test rigs to create a ‘Cycling Test Lab’ in collaboration with Silverstone University Technical College and supported by a Local Growth Fund from BucksLEP. The formation of this relationship will allow the students at...
by Charlie Smith | Jul 15, 2021 | SSEH Blog News
The development team here at SSEH have been working hard to progress the tools and services available to our customers. The Sports Performance Wind Tunnel now has the ability to rotate wheels up to 55kph and can be utilised for test programmes where a pedalling rider...
by tracey | Jul 12, 2021 | SSEH Blog News
Sports R&D Design Engineer – Based at Silverstone Sports Engineering Hub We are looking for an experienced and talented Mechanical Design Engineer to join our expanding team and R&D facility, working on a range of elite sports and cycling development...
