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Evolution of Disc Brakes
Bicycle disc brakes use a hub-mounted rotor and frame- or fork-mounted caliper to create braking torque independently of the […]
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Super Boost Plus
Super Boost Plus is a rear frame-and-hub interface based on 12 × 157 mm spacing. It gives hub and […]
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Anti-Rise
Anti-rise describes how forces generated by the rear brake interact with a bicycle’s rear suspension during deceleration. It is […]
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Rebound Damping
Rebound damping controls how quickly a bicycle’s suspension extends after being compressed. It regulates the release of energy stored […]
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Compression Damping
Compression damping controls the hydraulic resistance generated as a bicycle’s suspension compresses. It affects how quickly the fork or […]
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Switch Infinity
Switch Infinity is Yeti Cycles’ patented four-bar rear-suspension system built around a translating lower pivot. Instead of rotating around […]
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Friction Shifting
Friction shifting uses a continuously adjustable lever to control derailleur position without fixed gear stops. The rider moves the […]
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Indexed Shifting
Indexed shifting uses defined shifter positions to move a derailleur or internal gear mechanism between specific gears. In a […]
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Cadence Sensor
A cadence sensor detects crank rotation in an e-bike pedal-assist system. It tells the controller when the rider is […]
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Torque Sensor
A torque sensor measures twisting force within an e-bike’s pedal or drivetrain system. The controller combines this signal with […]
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Prepreg Carbon
Prepreg carbon is carbon-fiber reinforcement supplied with a controlled amount of resin already incorporated into it. It is the […]
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Layup Schedule
A layup schedule is the manufacturing plan that defines the material, shape, orientation, position, and stacking order of every […]
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