An outline of the scope of my research in bicycle handling and other documents with project plans.
Papers that I have written for class projects, conferences, and journals are provided.
There is a lot jargon associated with this research topic. This will be a glossary of sorts for various terms.
Experiments
There are many interesting experiments, both small and large, that may shed some light on bicycle handling qualities. I will try to document the experiment ideas and make them available if anyone else may be interested in performing them.
Control Tasks
The development of a standard set of test maneuvers for bicycles will be useful in experiments and handling ratings.
Classes of bicycles
Describes the different types of standard bicycles, what they are used for, and what types of maneuvers they are required to perform.
Geometry of bicycles
Bicycle geometry is explained along with comparisons are different types of bicycles. Knowledge from theoretical studies and experience from bicycle designers is presented.
Vehicle handling quality
Vehicles have been studied for many years and there are some defined ways to understand handling qualities, especially for aircraft. Information about handling qualities and how it applies to two wheeled single track vehicles is presented.
Bicycle models
Many models have been developed over the past hundred or so years that attempt to shed some light into the behavior of bicycles and motorcycles. Various relevant models are presented that may be of use in understanding the handling qualities of bicycles.