For the past 10 years Synthesis has served as the Engineering Department (and more) for WickWerks (Bicycling Components). Now, after a great adventure, we say "So Long, and Thanks!"
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For the past 10 years Synthesis has served as the Engineering Department (and more) for WickWerks (Bicycling Components). Now, after a great adventure, we say "So Long, and Thanks!"
WickWërks Chainrings, by Synthesis. The photo shows a collection of 42 tooth bicycle chainrings (aka sprockets or gears) designed specifically for Mountain Bikes, Road Bikes & Cyclocross.
A flag - Well, a banner - No, a Course Feature. A landmark? OK, we're not sure sure what it is, but it was created by Synthesis for WickWerks as a promotional piece to be used at Bicycle Races like the US Open of Cyclocross and CrossVegas (during Interbike).
When we think of safety on the ski slopes, it is not usually tractors or bright, warm summer days that come to mind. Yet, that is the topic of this custom machine design story and Engineering Case Study.
A very long time in the process, this new USA Patent 8,617,015 titled "Bicycle Chain Rings" has finally issued, Dec, 2013. It covers the fundamental elements of the bicycle chain front shifting technology used to make the "World's Fastest Shifting Chainrings"
We just recently received notice that 5 new design patents are official as of September 17, 2013. These new patents cover the designs of several license plate frames with various artistic elements, and some complex CAD design.
Obstacle Race events like the "Muddy Buddy" and "Foam Fest" have become fun entertainment for many people wanting a different type of athletic challenge. Indeed, if you've seen them, heard about them, or participated in them, they offer some amazing challenges
I have to say, it is really kind of fun to turn on the television and see your customer and the prototype you made as a news spotlight for the world to see. Here is the Stun Shield product.
Expanding their market to include ever more in the product range, 3 Gun Stuff is adding more scope levers for the shooting sportsman. — A concept they came up with, but Synthesis did the scope levers design.
A long time in the works, this U.S. Patent for "Bicycle Chain Rings with Ramps" covers elements of the chainring shifting technology that we at Synthesis are working on for several years.