What is Rotor System and how does it work?

Rotor is an innovative pedaling system that eliminates the dead point. The dead point of conventional pedaling is the void that occurs when the pedals are vertically positioned (one at the top and the other at the bottom), which is a moment at which neither leg can transmit any power. The dead point limits the cyclist's performance, causes tendonitis and injuries to the knee, as well as discontinuity in the traction.  Rotor System provides the definitive solution to this inefficiency, which is typical of conventional pedaling, by definitively eliminating dead points.

Rotor makes the cranks independent in such a way that they are not aligned at a fixed 180º, but rather the angle between them varies during the cycle in such a way that one pedal never coincides with the one below, thus avoiding power vacuums.  Such an effect is achieved by the use of independent cranks that are synchronized by means of an exocentric axel and two rods, which vary the development during the cycle and adapt to the muscle power of the legs at all times.  By eliminating the dead point, Rotor optimizes the effort of the cyclist and reduces the risk of injury, providing a notable increase in performance and more comfortable and healthy pedaling.

The Benefits provided by Rotor System:

By eliminating the dead point, the Rotor system maximizes performance, as shown by scientific studies carried out by prestigious international universities. The results demonstrate that Rotor achieves a real increase in power of up to 16% (equivalent to an average advantage of 3 minutes in an hour), as well as a reduction in lactic acid and cardiac effort.

a) Reduction of lactates: Rotor reduces the concentration of lactates in the blood thanks to greater muscular efficiency, thus reducing fatigue.
b) Reduction of cardiac effort: Consequently, as a result of the reduction of lactates in the blood, cardiovascular demand is less.
c) Reduces knees injuries: Conventional pedaling subjects the knee to great articulatory stress when the leg is pushing on the upper dead point. By eliminating the dead point, Rotor reduces the typical knee injuries of the cyclist, due to less stress on the knee tendon. Thanks to the variation of the development during the cycle, the push is more progressive and the articulatory stress is more uniform.

A Universal product.

Rotor can be fitted to all the recumbent frame designs offered by ANGLETECH, and is available in road (double and triple discs) mountain, and tandem versions. Rotor can be adapted to all user's profile and use, whether leisure or competition, thanks to an exclusive regulation points system.

Why is ROTOR  beneficial for cyclist’s Knees?

Cycling is aggressive for knees and causes many injuries. That is a common fact, stated by many specialists, for example Dr. Tricas, at University of  Zaragoza (Spain).

An alternative way to improve and heal knee problems. Since ROTOR eliminates dead traditional pedaling produces tension and stress on the knee, whenever the leg is pushing at the upper dead spot. Especially on hilly roads, or using big gears, all riders will find his/her weak point focused on the knee, preventing them from riding normally on the bike or limiting their training because of knee damage and discomfort. This is most usual with mature cyclists who have been punishing their knees for several years.

It is usual as well, to meet many top racers suffering from knee tendonitis, joint aches and condromalacie. The only explanation given to them thus far was that they were over-training on the bike. The only solution for them was to reduce or even stop their cycling, or go under surgery. From now, ROTOR is the alternative answer.

Is there a solution? ROTOR. Since ROTOR’S appearance, there is a Spots, it prevents all the classical cyclist’s knees injuries, due to a lower stress on the patella sinew.

ROTOR allows a more progressive pushing and a more uniform joint tension, so pedaling is softer and more comfortable, reducing the knee pains which are usual in cyclists:

 

-Injuries due to laxity on patella sinew -Patella displacement due to quadriceps atrophy -Joint Frictions -Isquitibials Tendonitis