Isaac maintains a dedicated research and development facility in Braunschweig , Germany . Computer-aided-design and finite-element-analysis techniques are employed to refine initial concepts towards the prototype stage. Where physical research is necessary, for example in wind-tunnel testing, Isaac works in conjunction with appropriately equipped German universities. Hundreds of hours of research, design and testing work precede the release of each model. Isaac R&D has led to revolutionary manufacturing techniques being used for the first time. In fact, Isaac’s development technicians operate at the very forefront of modern structural engineering.

Materials and Testing

There should never be differences of opinion where materials are concerned. The bare facts and figures give all of the necessary answers when mechanical performance, Isaac’s primary concern, is considered. Isaac uses Japanese-made Torayca carbon filaments of various grades according to the application. Resins are the most advanced aerospace-grade epoxy polymers. Aluminium elements are cold-forged, extruded, or CNC machined from certified aerospace alloys. Isaac’s materials are produced within the strictest quality assurance standards and are identical to those supplied to international aircraft manufacturers and motorsport teams.
The final analysis must always be without opinion, debate, bias or conjecture. Isaac seeks the truth in hard facts and figures gained through laboratory testing. This is the only way that the honest truth can ever be found. Prototypes are relentlessly tested, in the lab and then on the road, prior to approval of a model for production. Every single production frame is tested for headtube stiffness, rear end stiffness and fatigue resistance. Each model is certified to the appropriate independent industry fatigue standard, as regulated by EFBe Pruftechnik, Waltrop , Germany . In fact, Isaac is one of the few companies confident enough to submit its range of products for this kind of open and comparative examination. Isaac’s superlative results translate into performance, safety, confidence and, ultimately, your success on the bike.

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