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                         Bicycle Calculators


Bicycle Power Calculator:


This based upon a course presented by the University of Washington developed under the Manufacturing and Engineering Education Partnership


Assumptions:
Constant speed analysis
Bike weight = 22 lb
Drag coefficients reference "Science of Cycling", E.R. Burke, Leisure Press, 1986, pg 126.


Inputs
Wheel Diameter (inches)         Crank Length (inches)
Desired Constant Speed (mph)       Rider's Weight (lbs)
% Grade (+ for uphill,- for downhill)       Mechanical Losses (3-5% is typical) %
Gear Ratio (#Teeth Rear/Front)            
Air Resistance Coefficient (lbf*s^2/ft^2)
Rolling Resistance Coefficient (lbf/lbf)       


Calculated Outputs
Total required input power from the rider       HP     Watts
Power needed to overcome air resistance      HP   %
Power to overcome rolling resistance in tires  HP   %
Power needed for elevation change               HP   %
Power lost to mechanical losses, friction, etc. HP   %
    Calories burned per mile kcals
    Average Pedal Force Lbs     Average Traction Force Lbs
    Pedal Speed RPM                Tire Speed RPM



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