OZOa
Electric Bicycle for Ningbo MYWAY Intelligent Technology Co. Ltd.
The OZOa electric bike features a frame with a distinctive ‘Z’ shape. The frame forms an unbroken line that connects key functional elements of the vehicle, such as wheels, steering, seat and pedals. The ‘Z’ shape is oriented in such a way that its structure provides a natural in-built rear suspension. Economy of weight is provided by the use of aluminum profiles in all parts. A removable, rechargeable lithium ion battery is integrated into the frame.
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Excited to make OZOa accessible in many languages through our translations: Rothar Leictreach GA, Bọọdụ Eletrik IG, Rafmagns Reiðhjól IS, La Bicicletta Elettrica IT, 電動自転車 JA, Sepeda Listrik JV, ಎಲೆಕ್ಟ್ರಿಕ್ ಬೈಸಿಕಲ್ KN, Электрлік Велосипед KK, កង់អគ្គិសនី KM, Igare Ryamashanyarazi RW, Электр Велосипед KY, 전기 자전거 KO, Werzîşa Elektrîkî KU, Habebat Vehentem Electrica LA, Elektresche Vëlo LB, ລົດຖີບໄຟຟ້າ LO, Elektrinis Dviratis LT, Elektriskais Velosipēds LV, Електричен Велосипед MK, Bisikileta Elektrika MG, Basikal Elektrik MS, ഇലക്ട്രിക് സൈക്കിൾ ML, Roti Elettriċi MT, Pahikara Hiko MI, इलेक्ट्रिक सायकल MR, Цахилгаан Унадаг Дугуй MN, इलेक्ट्रिक साइकल NE, Elsykkel NO, ଇଲେକ୍ଟ୍ରିକ୍ ସାଇକେଲ୍ OR, ਇਲੈਕਟ੍ਰਿਕ ਸਾਈਕਲ PA, دوچرخه برقی FA, Rower Elektryczny PL, بریښنایی بایسکل PS, Bicicleta Elétrica PT, Bicicleta Electrică RO, Электрический Велосипед RU, برقي سائيڪل SD, Eletise Eletise SM, Електрични Бицикл SR, Tha Baidhsagal Dealain GD, Bhasikoro Remagetsi SN, විදුලි බයිසිකලය SI, Elektrické Bicykel SK, Električno Kolo SL, Baaskiil Koronto Ah SO, Baesekele Ea Motlakase ST, Bicicleta Eléctrica ES, Sapédah Listrik SU, Baiskeli Ya Umeme SW, Elcykel SV, மின்சார சைக்கிள் TA, ఎలక్ట్రిక్ సైకిల్ TE, Велосипедронии Электрикӣ TG, รถจักรยานไฟฟ้า TH, Elektrik Welosiped TK, Ang De-Koryenteng Bisikleta TL, Elektrikli Bisiklet TR, Электр Велосипеды TT, توكلۇق ۋېلىسىپىت UG, Електричний Велосипед UK, الیکٹرک سائیکل UR, Elektr Velosiped UZ, Xe Đạp Điện VI, Beic Trydan CY, Elektryske Fyts FY, Ibhayisekile Yombane XH, עלעקטריק וועלאָסיפּעד YI, Keke Keke YO, Ibhayisekili Kagesi ZU, 電動自行車 ZY, Ang Electric Bike CEB, ʻano Kaʻa Uila Ka ʻona HAW, Hluav Taws Xob Lub Tsheb Kauj Vab HMN, Electric Bicycle EN, Elektriese Fiets AF, Biçikleta Elektrike SQ, የኤሌክትሪክ ብስክሌት AM, الدراجة الكهربائية AR, Էլեկտրական Հեծանիվ HY, Elektrikli Velosiped AZ, Bizikleta Elektrikoa EU, Электрычны Ровар BE, বৈদ্যুতিক সাইকেল BN, Električni Bicikl BS, Електрически Велосипед BG, လျှပ်စစ်စက်ဘီး MY, Bicicleta Elèctrica CA, Njinga Yamagetsi NY, 电动自行车 ZH, Bicicletta Elettrica CO, Električni Bicikl HR, Elektrické Kolo CS, El-Cykel DA, Elektrische Fiets NL, Elektra Biciklo EO, Elektriline Jalgratas ET, Sähköpyörä FI, Vélo Électrique FR, Bicicleta Eléctrica GL, ელექტრო ველოსიპედი KA, Elektrofahrrad DE, Ηλεκτρικό Ποδήλατο EL, ઇલેક્ટ્રિક સાયકલ GU, Bisiklèt Elektrik HT, Keken Lantarki HA, אופניים חשמליים HE, इलेक्ट्रिक साइकिल HI, Elektromos Kerékpár HU, Sepeda Listrik ID.
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Unique Properties
The OZOa electric bike is mainly recognized by its unique shape inspired by the letter 'Z' which also reminds us of a lightning strike. The frame is designed as one main continuous line connecting all the bicycle features together such as the steering, front wheel, rear motorized wheel, seat, and pedals. In addition, it holds a rear suspension within its natural shape. All parts and frame are made of aluminum profile to reduce weight. The lithium ion battery is an integral part of the frame and can be removed to recharge separately.
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'Z' Shape, electric bicycle, ebike, OZO, OZOa, Nimrod Sapir, INOKIM
Production Technology
Achieving the desired shape presented production challenges. Small radii in the "Z" shaped corners preclude the use of bending material. So, we divided the frame into sections, combining them into one continuous line. We created extruded aluminum profiles to cover the length and width of the bicycle. The sections were welded together and plastic covers were added where needed. Also developed for the project were: a detachable waterproof lithium ion battery, an LCD screen (displaying data such as electric system, speed and battery condition), a brushless hub motor and a controller.
Design Challenge
As there are hundreds of different electric bicycles existing in the market, the challenge was to find a way to design a new product which differentiated from all others. The electric bicycles were designed to meet different territory regulations. A. The European regulations as PEDELC B. American regulation, Pure Electric C. Asian regulations, as MOPED by replacing the pedals and chain with a foot rest
Project Duration
The initial design and concept started in August 2018 and will be released in June 2020. The design is made in Israel, the developments, prototypes and production is in Ningbo, China. The project is a multicultural joint venture.
Operation Flow
Not only is the shape outstanding, these electric bicycles are very comfortable to use. The seat is adjustable to different height. The rear suspension deals with road and uneven surfaces. The detachable battery allows the user to keep the bicycle locked outside whilst the battery can be charged at home or replaced by a new recharged one.
Research
The research involved observing hundreds of bicycles and electrical bicycles for their ergonomics, construction and function. All parts were marked in their average ergonomic anchor points and the frame was disregarded. We searched for clean and identifiable frame shapes which would contain electric parts (eg: battery and controller) and would bear the weight of riders. Our fourth attempt gleaned a "z" shape. Our research into other existing products in the market with this shape revealed some unsuccessful attempts, none of which had passed the concept stage.
Inspiration
Designed to be an iconic and recognized object, the inspiration is the letter 'Z', and the name is adopted to reflect its shape. The two 'O's are the wheels and the 'Z' is for the frame whilst the "a" is for the assisted electric element. Another inspiration is the font of the brand's logo.
Image Credits
Image #1: Nimrod Sapir, left side view, 2019 Image #2: Nimrod Sapir, top view, 2019 Image #3: Nimrod Sapir, isometric front view, 2019 Image #4: Nimrod Sapir, isometric rear view, 2019 Image #5: Nimrod Sapir, isometric right side view, 2019
Project Overview
OZOa Electric Bicycle has been a Silver winner in the Vehicle, Mobility and Transportation Design award category in the year 2019 organized by the prestigious A' Design Award & Competition. The Silver A' Design Award celebrates top-tier designs that embody excellence and innovation. This award acknowledges creations that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also highly functional, reflecting the designer's deep understanding and skill. Silver A' Design Award recipients are recognized for their contribution to raising industry standards and advancing the practice of design. Their work often incorporates original innovations and elicits a strong emotional response, making a notable impact on the improvement of everyday life.
Silver Recognition
Nimrod Riccardo Sapir was recognized with the coveted Silver A' Design Award in 2020, a testament to excellence of their work OZOa Electric Bicycle.
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