Renishaw Expands Collaboration with British Cycling to Optimize Performance with Additive Manufacturing
The synergy between advanced engineering and elite sports reaches new levels with the extension of the collaboration between Renishaw and British Cycling. This strategic partnership uses cutting-edge technologies to gain millimeter-competitive advantages in track cycling 🚴♂️.
Precision Measurement Technology for Sports Optimization
Renishaw brings its expertise in advanced metrology to analyze and improve every aspect of cycling equipment. 3D measurement systems enable capturing extremely precise data on aerodynamics, ergonomics, and mechanical efficiency during pedaling.
Metrology Applications in Cycling:- Airflow analysis around the cyclist and the bicycle
- Measurement of deformations in components under extreme loads
- Optimization of the athlete's aerodynamic positioning
The combination of additive manufacturing and precision metrology allows us to develop solutions that would be impossible with traditional manufacturing methods, gaining crucial hundredths of a second
Additive Manufacturing for High-Performance Components
Metal 3D printing enables the creation of complex geometries that optimize the strength-to-weight ratio of critical components. This design freedom facilitates the integration of multiple functions into a single piece, reducing assemblies and total weight 🏆.
Components Developed via Additive Manufacturing:- Frames with internally optimized structures for stiffness and lightness
- Pedals with organic designs that maximize power transfer
- Transmission systems with customized aerodynamic geometries
Impact on Competitive Performance
This interdisciplinary collaboration demonstrates how precision engineering can directly influence sports results. Incremental improvements in aerodynamic and mechanical efficiency translate into decisive advantages in competitions where differences are measured in thousandths of a second ⚡.