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Record attempt handcycle undergoes first outdoor tests

A vehicle designed to enter the record books later this year has been tested for the first time under the watchful eye of experts from Plymouth University.

Mechanical and composites engineers and students have been developing a Human Powered Vehicle (HPV), which they hope will set a new arm-powered speed record in the Nevada desert in September.

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Uni bids to set handcycling speed record

A futuristic handcycle designed and created at Plymouth University will be embarking on a quest to enter the record books later this year.

Mechanical and composites engineers are currently finalising their Human Powered Vehicle (HPV) which they hope will set a new arm-powered speed record in the Nevada desert in September.

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