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Schouten, P.F. (author)The goal of this project was to develop a new type of vehicle that shows a fit in smart’s future product portfolio. The idea of developing a vehicle smaller than the existing smart fortwo arose from developments in the market and society. Throughout the whole automotive industry it is agreed that there is an increasing mismatch between existing...master thesis 2014
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Struijk, W.J.J. (author)Tuk Tuk Factory wants to extend its current product portfolio. The graduation project has resulted in a service and vehicle design for the company to access a new market. It is very hard to penetrate the automotive industry, largely consisting of huge firms that control the industry. The small Dutch vehicle manufacturer Tuk Tuk Factory however...master thesis 2014
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De Jong, R. (author)This master thesis proposes a vehicle design based on insights of transportation needs of young adults, gained through research. Interest is directed towards young adults aged 20-30 living in European cities, who show active and mobile lifestyles, but whom interest for the car is fading. To understand how these people will construct their lives...master thesis 2013
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Klinkert, R.J. (author)Chard Safety is a Dutch company founded in 2005 and focusing on automotive crash safety systems. The most important ongoing project is the Deceleration Responsive Seat (DRS) concept, also called “The Albatross”. The concept is an unique automotive seat which provides safety and comfort aspects. Due to the innovative construction, there is...master thesis 2011
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Van der Wee, R.G.A. (author)This graduation project focuses on the design of a “Stand-by Mobility Device for Local Purposes” (SMDLP). The SMDLP is a multi-functional mobility device, designed for supermarket visiting. The concept can be best imagined as a fusion of a carrier cycle, shopping cart and baby stroller. Namely the SMDLP has three comparable configurations: (1)...master thesis 2010