Terraglide by AJPROTECH innovative recumbent electric tricycle

Terraglide

Recumbent Electric Tricycle for Terraglide

Terraglide is an innovative Electric Recumbent Tricycle designed for a smooth and effortless ride. With steer-by-wire technology, it offers precise and intuitive control. The integrated pedal generator allows users to engage in exercise while contributing energy to the system, enhancing both sustainability and efficiency. Its fully electric design ensures a comfortable and enjoyable riding experience, making Terraglide a new standard in outdoor mobility and recreation.

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Unique Properties

Terraglide redefines mobility with its steer-by-wire joystick control, offering precision, stability, and ease. Featuring a pedal-assist generator system for all riders, fully electric propulsion with zero emissions, and a comfortable recumbent seat. It includes storage compartments and adaptive pedaling for customizable exercise. With a powerful 900 Wh battery, it delivers up to 100 miles (160 km) of range, ensuring a smooth, eco-friendly ride across various terrains.

Production Technology

We utilized steer-by-wire technology for precise joystick control, enhancing maneuverability and accessibility. The frame is crafted from lightweight, high-strength aluminum, ensuring durability while maintaining a sleek aesthetic. Prototyping involved 3D modeling, CNC machining, and real-world performance testing to refine stability and ride dynamics.

Design Challenge

The biggest challenge in designing Terraglide was reimagining the biking experience to ensure accessibility for all body types while integrating multiple riding modes. Unlike traditional bikes, Terraglide allows users to exercise and generate power by pedaling or simply enjoy a smooth, joystick-controlled ride using battery power. Balancing these functionalities required extensive ergonomic research, adaptive design iterations, and seamless energy integration to maximize comfort and efficiency.

Project Duration

The project started in February 2023 in Los Angeles and finished in March 2025 in Los Angeles, and was exhibited in Abundance 360 summit in 2024 (Vesion 1) and in 2025 (Version 2)

Operation Flow

Riders control Terraglide with intuitive joysticks for easy, enjoyable steering. Its pedal system allows users to adjust resistance for a customizable workout while also recharging the battery. The ergonomic design ensures comfort on long rides, while advanced suspension delivers a smooth experience on various terrains. Combining human power with electric assist, Terraglide offers a sustainable, efficient ride that promotes fitness and eco-conscious transportation.

Research

A mixed-method study on next-gen personal mobility evaluated ergonomics, mechanics, and functionality using human-machine interaction principles. It developed an adaptive, joystick-controlled electric trike addressing balance issues and enabling dual-mode riding. Iterative prototyping, CFD, FEA, and biomechanics refined design. Testing confirmed improved maneuverability, hybrid energy efficiency, and ergonomic adaptability, positioning Terraglide as a disruptive innovation in personal mobility.

Inspiration

Inspired by advancements in joystick-controlled technology seen in aerospace and automotive industries, we sought to create a mobility device that offers effortless control and adaptability for diverse environments. Whether navigating crowded city streets or exploring open landscapes, Terraglide provides a seamless and exhilarating ride. Unlike traditional trikes that rely on mechanical steering, our electronic control system ensures fluid, responsive movements with minimal effort.

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Alex Gudilko Mike Doty

Project Overview

Terraglide Recumbent Electric Tricycle has been a Bronze winner in the Vehicle, Mobility and Transportation Design award category in the year 2024 organized by the prestigious A' Design Award & Competition. The Bronze A' Design Award is given to outstanding designs that showcase a high degree of creativity and practicality. It recognizes the dedication and skill of designers who produce work that stands out for its thoughtful development and innovative use of materials and technology. These designs are acknowledged for their professional execution and potential to influence industry standards positively. Winning this award highlights the designer's ability to blend form and function effectively, offering solutions that enhance people's lives and wellbeing.

Bronze Recognition

AJPROTECH was recognized with the coveted Bronze A' Design Award in 2025, a testament to excellence of their work Terraglide Recumbent Electric Tricycle.

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AJPROTECH's Terraglide Recumbent Electric Tricycle Wins Bronze at 2025 A' Design Awards for Innovative Mobility

AJPROTECH's Terraglide, a recumbent electric tricycle featuring joystick-controlled steer-by-wire technology and adaptive pedal assist, has been honored with the Bronze A' Design Award in Vehicle, Mobility and Transportation Design for 2025, recognizing its breakthrough in accessible, eco-friendly personal transportation developed in Los Angeles.

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