My Madone work included defining project specifications and goals, leading a development team and managing a cross-functional team to publish the research. I am a co-author of the paper describing the 2016 platform.
Four Émonda test frames had the same conventional bottom-bracket stiffness value.
The cornering model predicted different lateral displacement.
Figure 17 compares measured and simulated down-tube strain during cornering. The paper reports 3% error for that example.
The arrangement separated the outer aerodynamic form from an inner member designed for compliance. Trek reported 57.5% greater vertical compliance than the nearest tested competitor, not 57.5% greater comfort.
Dates and stages from the white paper, p. 23. Team sessions.
The published development record connects structural analysis, physical evidence and rider evaluation. These are team results. My co-authors are Brad Addink, Paul Harder, Jay Maas and Mio Suzuki.
Read the Madone white paper