Drivetrain:
Our team decided to use a belt drive method to propel the board from the rear axle. Using a belt drive implementation that will be mounted on either the right or left side of the rear axle.
Motor:
The motor is the electric engine of our design coupled with the battery and Electronic Speed Controller which will give movement to the drivetrain propelling the board forward
Battery(s):
A Lithium-Ion battery was chosen for this project due to cost and efficiency. The lifespan is much greater than a traditional Lithium battery and provides and holds enough energy to last the expected distance we intend the board to travel.
ESC (Electronic Speed Controller) :
The brains of the system that will command the motor to respond to the signal given from the handheld controller and output the necessary power.
Handheld Controller:
The controller was outfitted to fit within the users hand to allow full control over the board whether mounted or dismounted from the board using a dual authentication method. Conjoined with a wrist strap, the controller will tell the ESC if more or no power is to be sent to the motor; ensuring that the user can enjoy a safe and responsive ride.
Power Switch:
A switch for the user to turn the system on and off easily. Thus increasing the system stand by time and requiring fewer charges in between operations.
Hazard Detector:
An added safety feature to sound an audible alarm when a hazardous object is approaching the board and is at risk of impacting the trucks, protective housing or motor assembly.
Wheels:
Wheel type is important when constructing a vehicle since it is catered to the terrain of which you will be operating on. The wheels selected for this particular prototype have a hardness of 78a. This means that they are relatively soft, have great traction, are best suited for rough surfaces and can easily traverse over bumps and cracks.
Trucks:
The trucks selected for this prototype are Caliber II trucks. These trucks are highly rated among longboard users and provide a good balance between cost and overall quality.
Grip Tape:
The grip tape selected needed to provide the rider with substantial traction and prevent slipping when moving and braking. The grip tape selected is a waterproof, bubble free adhesive non slip tape. This was applied onto the surface of the deck which was sprayed with a 3M Super 77 adhesive spray for extra stick.
