DAHON Founder Dr. David Hon

The Evolution of a Physicist to the Father of Modern Folding Bikes

 Exploring the Balance between Change and Constancy in Pursuit of Innovation and Sustainable Travel

OLNEY, Ill., June 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading folding bike brand DAHON Chairman Dr. David Hon, a pioneer in the folding bicycle industry, has developed a patented technology called "Deltec" for all new DAHON bikes this year. This patented technology has been proven through extensive indoor and outdoor testing as well as riding data analyses. The Deltec technology empowers DAHON bikes with unmatched strength and speed, surpassing the performance of conventional mountain and road bikes on the market.

During the year, Dr. Hon also plans to publish four academic papers, shedding light on the functionality and safety solutions across various types of bikes. These publications are set to become valuable industry references, contributing to the advancement of cycling technology.

Notably, Dr. Hon's groundbreaking research conducted several decades ago has played a significant role in the recent major breakthrough achieved by the U.S. Department of Energy in nuclear fusion. For the first time, scientists attained a net energy gain in nuclear fusion reactions, with one of the core technologies behind this milestone stemming from Dr. Hon's earlier work. 

For many years, Dr. Hon has been dedicated to seeking the perfect balance between change and constancy, from groundbreaking advancements in nuclear fusion to the transformation of folding bicycles into truly user-friendly, convenient modes of transport.

Committed to Green Travel, Pursuing Change in Life

In 1972, Dr. Hon joined US-based Hughes Aircraft, a world-leading aerospace technology company, where he played a pivotal role in the early R&D of tactical lasers. During the space race in the 1970s, he gained recognition as a highly respected leader in the laser technology field. The Laser Handbook, of which Dr. Hon was a co-author, had a significant impact on the industry and became a go-to reference for the scientific community. His outstanding research achievements earned him numerous invitations to present lectures at the Chinese Academy of Sciences.