meet‘the infinity’bike model by stephan henrich with a‘revolutionary monotyre-clip chain construction’
german designer stephan henrich describes his work as an intersection between architecture, robotics, design, and narration, with a specialization in additive manufacturing or 3D printing. his latest work, dubbed the inifinity’, reinforces that intersectionality; it’s a prototype for an all-wheel beach and city cruiser built around a‘continuous construction element’.
image via sintratec | header image © stephan henrich
‘the infinity beach and city cruiser is driven by a revolutionary monotyre clip chain construction that automatically forms a temporary rim in the wheel area and a dented beltdrive in the interior area. this monotyre is propulsed by a central wheel getting its force by a crank over a short chain and a 8-speed gearbox,’explains stephan henrich (see more here).
exploring the possibilities of additive technologies
leading SLS 3D printing solutions company sintratec invited henrich on a webinar back in 2020 to discuss the exciting possibilities of additive technologies and present his all-wheel prototype. while‘the infinitiy’is still a concept at its stage, the designer believes that, with enough money and investment, his bike model can turn into a sellable product for users to ride.
image via sintratec
image via sintratec
project info:
name: the infinity
type: all-wheel beach and city cruiser
design: stephan henrich
status: concept
image credits: sintratec, stephan henrich
