MTB Inertia Amplification System
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Hello! My name is Simon 'Eddie' Manso. I am a Mechanical Engineer from a small city in Oregon called Eugene. I attended Oregon State University and with my senior design project I was on the 2010 OSU/Global Formula Racing Suspension Design team. We designed the suspension for the 2010 OSU/GFR Formula car and competed in various national and international competitions. Our team won national and international titles in 2010 with further success in subsequent years.
2010 OSU/GFR Maiden victory!
2011 OSU/GFR Team Wins Again!
2012 Three times a charm for OSU!
As part of my avid interest and experience in motorsport and automotive engineering I have been exposed to various new technologies. During the course of my study at OSU, I was able to discover a new application for a new type of suspension technology. I am a bicycling enthusiast and I have created a new type of suspension design aimed primarily at improving the rideability and comfort of moutain bicycles (off-road bicycles). This technology I commonly refer to as a 'Inertia Amplification System' and we will use the acronym IAS to refer to this system hereafter.
The IAS system is completely mechanical and based on well undestood phsyical principles. There is extensive background research and information available on the system for anybody who wishes to learn more. I have designed a CAD model in Solidworks and I have built a nice MS Powerpoint presentation with more information on the IAS system and its benefits.
I have contacted various manufacturers about building a prototype bicycle with this suspension system, but they have universally responded by requesting Intellectual Property rights before investigating further. As far as I know, this design is not patented in the United States, but may be patented in the United Kingdom and/or the European Union.
The purpose of this GoFundMe campaign is to raise money to retain a patent attorney and obtain IP rights in order to further develop the IAS design with a well-established bicycle manufacturer. I have been told that $3000 is necessary for a retainer by a patent attorney in Portland, OR. Of course, if a significantly large contribution is made, I would feel it necessary to include that contributor in on any potential profits earned by obtaining IP rights to the IAS design.
I developed this system in early 2010 and it has since sat undeveloped due to my financial constraints. I only want to develop this system to create a real-world product and intend to use all funds to obtain intellectual property rights to do so.
I personally feel like the IAS design has a lifetime of development opportunity, and can/will eventually revolutionize the world of bicycling and create an entirely new product for the market. I sincerely believe that this product is revolutionary and will be well received by the market.
As an engineer, it is rare to create something that could revolutionize an industry. I truly feel that this design is part of my life's work and I sincerely hope to help humanity with this technology. Of course, I will be eternally thankful for any advice, help, or any other contributions anyone can make to help this idea become a reality.
Please note, this is not a 'get rich quick' scheme. This is a real product meant to help real people get out and into the world in a more comfortable and meaningful way. Mountain biking has transformed my life infinitely for the better, and with this product I hope to make mountain bicycling easier and more accessible for all of humanity.
Thank you for your consideration and contribution.
Best regards, Simon Manso
2010 OSU/GFR Maiden victory!
2011 OSU/GFR Team Wins Again!
2012 Three times a charm for OSU!
As part of my avid interest and experience in motorsport and automotive engineering I have been exposed to various new technologies. During the course of my study at OSU, I was able to discover a new application for a new type of suspension technology. I am a bicycling enthusiast and I have created a new type of suspension design aimed primarily at improving the rideability and comfort of moutain bicycles (off-road bicycles). This technology I commonly refer to as a 'Inertia Amplification System' and we will use the acronym IAS to refer to this system hereafter.
The IAS system is completely mechanical and based on well undestood phsyical principles. There is extensive background research and information available on the system for anybody who wishes to learn more. I have designed a CAD model in Solidworks and I have built a nice MS Powerpoint presentation with more information on the IAS system and its benefits.
I have contacted various manufacturers about building a prototype bicycle with this suspension system, but they have universally responded by requesting Intellectual Property rights before investigating further. As far as I know, this design is not patented in the United States, but may be patented in the United Kingdom and/or the European Union.
The purpose of this GoFundMe campaign is to raise money to retain a patent attorney and obtain IP rights in order to further develop the IAS design with a well-established bicycle manufacturer. I have been told that $3000 is necessary for a retainer by a patent attorney in Portland, OR. Of course, if a significantly large contribution is made, I would feel it necessary to include that contributor in on any potential profits earned by obtaining IP rights to the IAS design.
I developed this system in early 2010 and it has since sat undeveloped due to my financial constraints. I only want to develop this system to create a real-world product and intend to use all funds to obtain intellectual property rights to do so.
I personally feel like the IAS design has a lifetime of development opportunity, and can/will eventually revolutionize the world of bicycling and create an entirely new product for the market. I sincerely believe that this product is revolutionary and will be well received by the market.
As an engineer, it is rare to create something that could revolutionize an industry. I truly feel that this design is part of my life's work and I sincerely hope to help humanity with this technology. Of course, I will be eternally thankful for any advice, help, or any other contributions anyone can make to help this idea become a reality.
Please note, this is not a 'get rich quick' scheme. This is a real product meant to help real people get out and into the world in a more comfortable and meaningful way. Mountain biking has transformed my life infinitely for the better, and with this product I hope to make mountain bicycling easier and more accessible for all of humanity.
Thank you for your consideration and contribution.
Best regards, Simon Manso
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Eddie Manso
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Eugene, OR
