User needs A user with epilepsy experiences a risk of losing control of the bicycle in the event of a seizure. The user needs a brake that is activated automatically in the event of sudden seizures. Solution SmartBrake 1×2: Brake unit is mounted with rim caliper of the front wheel, thumb brake replaces one of [...]
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Wireless brake and companion control, adult bicycle
User needs The person found it difficult to brake with an ordinary brake due to impaired hand function. The person had an accident with a bicycle and was now afraid to cycle. The person wanted the spouse to be able to brake if he or she did not succeed. Solution SmartBrake 1×2 is mounted on [...]
Wireless brake controlled by chest/chin, adult handcycle
User needs The person cannot operate the brake with his hands, and as consequence cannot ride a bicycle as he/she cannot adjust his speed or stop. The person misses participating in activity as equal with others. The person cannot use the bicycle as transport vehicle. The person will benefit physically and mentally from cycling, but [...]
2 wireless brakes and companion control, children's bike
User needs Child with significantly reduced hand power, fear of high speed, could not brake at all with original brakes, difficulty reading traffic. The child could not to participate at school trips or with family. The child could not to practice in real situations due to parents' fear of situations. The child felt being restricted [...]
Wireless brakes and companion control, children's bike
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SmartBrake at Naidex 15-16 Sept
SmartBrake teams up with Tomcat Trike to demonstrate the World's most advanced Wireless Braking System at Naidex 2021! Double Queen's Award-Winning British Trike Manufacturer Tomcat Special Needs Innovation (SNI) Ltd, partner with Norwegian company SmartBrake, to showcase patented technology at the 46th edition of Naidex on the 15th-16th September. Both organisations pride themselves in the [...]
SmartBrake featured in ABC News
The National broadcaster in Australia, ABC News, featured SmartBrake in their Sunday night TV news! https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-05-16/amputee-pain-free-joy-riding-ebike/100141768 Good work by our local distributor!
SmartBrake Switch - easy brake for epilepsy
Braking made easy for users with Epilepsy or other seizure disorders. Being active in everyday life is important for us all. Cycling to school, work or with friends promotes physical and mental health, and provides the feeling of independence. For people with seizures, such as Epilepsy or Parkinson's, the natural activity of riding a bike [...]
Fitting guide
SmartBrake is the most advanced electronic and wireless brake technology in the market. SmartBrake fits most bicycle models, including trikes, recumbents, handcycles, and more. SmartBrake is modular, and you can build your kit according to your needs. In this article, we give you a quick guide to technical factors to check if your bike is [...]
Granted patent - wireless bicycle brake
In 1817, the first bicycle brake was introduced by German inventor Karl Drais. The "spoon brake" was the first in a long series of brake solutions to be applied on bikes. The principle has remained fairly unchanged for 200 years; drum, rim or disc brakes - all wired and mechanic. Until now. Last month, SmartGroup [...]