Functions & Requirements

 

The device must perform the following functions:

•To support the load of two road bikes.

•To be stable.

•To allow easy access to both bikes.

•To be easily assembled.

 

 

The device must meet the following requirements:

•Must support 2 bikes.

•Must meet a safety factor of 2.0

•Must occupy no more than 10ft2 (+/- 0.5 ft2) of floor area.

•Must support two instances of: A 40lb load, placed on two horizontal supports. This load is placed at 42” high and again at 84” high (+/- 0.5”). The load points down, perpendicular to the support members.

•Must not deflect more than 0.25” (+/- .05”) at the vertical member, under bike load.

•Must be safe to operate (no danger of tipping during use).

•Must weigh less than 40lb.

•Finished kit must be able to assemble alone without tools.