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Transportation Award

Core77 Design Awards 2024

Aluminum Extrusion Electric Urban Bicycle

UNI MULA is an electric bicycle that using aluminum extrusions reimagined the possibilities for electric urban bicycles. By fasteners with the accessories for urban cycling, users can slide along the tracks on the frame. This provides users with the ability to adjust and configure accessories at will.

Title image (full scale)

Usage scenario

Surrounded by slide tracks The connectors can be slid and adjusted on the frame track at will.

Essentialism forks Continuing the aluminum extrusion frame with cutting styling language.

Plug-in battery Install the battery at the rear protruding aluminum extrusion.

Seat adjustment Use the handles to adjust the seat position.

50mm rim height To create a sailing effect to make less energy required for forward propulsion.

Speed assist Acceleration unleashed control by the roller on handle.

Frontbasket connectors Sliding connectors with elastic rope for cargo needs.

Frontbasket Sliding connectors with elastic rope for cargo needs.

Front protruding aluminum extrusion Removable storage accessories through front aluminum extrusion.

UNI MULA is an electric bicycle that utilizes aluminum extrusions commonly found in machine tool structures as a design foundation, reimagining the possibilities of urban living. By seamlessly integrating fast and secure fasteners with the necessary accessories for urban cycling, users can effortlessly slide along the tracks on the frame using the connectors. This enhances the bike's versatility and customization, allowing users to adjust and configure accessories at will, elevating the overall functionality and personalized experience of the electric bicycle.