AJProTech, a Los Angeles-based IoT hardware product development partner for startups and global brands, announced on May 7, 2025, that its Terraglide recumbent electric tricycle won the A’ Design Award in the Vehicle, Mobility & Transportation Design category. The award recognizes AJProTech’s leadership in IoT development services and end-to-end hardware prototyping solutions, highlighting its commitment to sustainable mobility.
Development Project Overview
AJProTech’s development project, Terraglide, is a vehicle designed for zero-emission personal mobility. The vehicle integrates steer-by-wire joystick control with advanced electric drive. This integration of mechanical and electrical engineering places Terraglide at the forefront of next-generation smart mobility products in 2025.
The latest version, Terraglide 2, brings several key enhancements:
– Fully electric drive system with joystick-based steer-by-wire control-eliminating traditional handlebars for a futuristic riding experience.
– Recumbent trike form factor designed for ergonomic comfort, stability, and improved aerodynamics.
– Custom aluminum chassis, offering a lightweight yet strong structure for better handling and durability.
– Refined suspension system for smoother rides over varied terrain.
– Modular design allows for different battery and power configurations depending on use case-urban commute or long-range travel.
– Advanced display and electronics package developed in-house by AJProTech, including telemetry, battery management, and real-time performance tracking.
– Rapid development timeline. From concept to working prototype in just 9 months, demonstrating AJProTech’s excellence in fast-paced IoT hardware product development innovation.
An upgraded version with a new exterior form and expanded features is expected in March 2025, continuing AJProTech’s mission to redefine the future of smart personal transportation.
Hardware Product Development Process
AJProTech follows a disciplined hardware product development process that covers every development stage from initial conception to final delivery.
Concept Development
The concept development phase began with a rigorous Feasibility Study, aligning product requirements with user needs, safety, and considerations for hardware product ergonomics. Early CAD models and feasibility tests ensured the project met both performance and sustainability goals.
Development Stage & Product Hardware Identification
In the development stage, engineers conducted product hardware identification, selecting a lightweight aluminum frame and a high-density 900 Wh battery. This hardware development ensured sufficient range (up to 160 km) and structural integrity for urban and off-road use.
Hardware Development Process for Terraglide
During hardware product development, AJProTech executed precise hardware engineering, integrating the hardware elements – steer-by-wire controls, custom sensors, and the pedal generator – into a cohesive system. Although the project scope did not include standalone firmware development as a service, embedded code was optimized to synchronize sensor data and motor control within the device.
Prototype Service & Prototype Development
At AJProTech, the prototyping phase leveraged rapid 3D modeling, CNC machining, and real-world testing. This prototype development cycle refined chassis strength, suspension dynamics, and the autonomous operation of product function, ensuring the final model met stringent performance benchmarks.
Product Development Stages & Product Design
Across the stages of hardware & IoT product development, AJProTech emphasized product design that balanced user comfort with technical innovation. From sketching to iterating mechanical components, the IoT product design process created an intuitive rider experience and robust device reliability.
Product Lifecycle
Spanning February 2023 to March 2025 in Los Angeles, the Terraglide’s product lifecycle encompassed concept development, hardware engineering, and prototyping. This end-to-end cycle demonstrates how a product can progress from idea to award-winning reality .
“This win means a lot to us – it’s our first A’ Design Award, and we’re incredibly proud of it,” said Maria Dobroskokina, CMO at AJProTech. “Terraglide is one of those mobility projects that truly inspires our team. It’s bold, beautifully engineered, and designed to turn heads. From the initial concept to the final product, our engineers and designers have poured their expertise and passion into every detail. This award recognizes the dedication and hard work that fuel our innovation every step of the way”.
End-to-End Product Design Solutions
By focusing solely on the core services present in the project – Feasibility Study, Hardware Engineering, and Prototyping – AJProTech delivers streamlined product development solutions, enabling startups and global brands to develop an IoT product with clarity and speed. These product development services represent a turnkey approach for any development project in the industrial landscape.
AJProTech continues to lead in IoT product development in 2025, offering comprehensive product development solutions for connected devices and shaping the future of solutions for IoT.
Terraglide model 2
Media ContactCompany Name: AJProTechContact Person: Maria DobroskokinaEmail: Send EmailCountry: United StatesWebsite: https://ajprotech.com/
