Fachkunde Fahrradtechnik

The expertise in bicycle technology imparts the necessary knowledge required for training in the two-wheeled professions. It is the standard reference work for general bicycle technology and is indispensable as a reference book in bicycle businesses. All components of the bicycle are described in detail. New types of bicycles, the use of new materials, and the increased demands for product safety are taken into account. The section on ergonomics provides a systematic overview of current findings on adapting the bicycle machine to the human body. The content complies with applicable technical regulations, legal provisions, and industry-specific guidelines. Environmental protection and occupational safety issues are appropriately addressed. The textbook includes important resolutions and testing procedures regarding the safety requirements for bicycles in many places. New in the 8th edition: Chapter 1, Technical Fundamentals, has been completely redesigned and is oriented towards the systematics of mechanical engineering. The presentation of manufacturing, materials, and machine technology has been supplemented and reorganized in many areas. Topics related to manufacturing technology and materials science have been moved from Chapter 4, Chassis. Chapter 4, Chassis, has been relieved of the aforementioned content, allowing for a more detailed representation of chassis geometry. The sections on steering systems and seating systems have also been completely newly created and expanded. Chapter 8, Lighting System, has been expanded and now begins with a detailed explanation of light measurement and photometry to enhance understanding of its units of measurement.