Abstract

New World Record for Human-Powered Vehicle

(ETH Zurich, July 29, 2013)

One hour, two people, 83 km. This new world record for longest distance travelled in one hour by a tandem was achieved by Cieo, a Focus Project Team from the ETH Zürich comprised of mechanical engineering students whose dream was to build the most streamlined and aerodynamic tandem possible. Their human-powered vehicle, made of an ultra-light shell with specially mounted seats, took one year to design and build, and represents a potential solution for human mobility in the face of increased energy consumption and waning natural resources. Led by ETH student Lukas Moy, Cieo plans to enter its tandem in international competitions, as well as beat their world record in the future.



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