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Lukas Satas
mechanical engineer - product designer - maker - two wheel enthusiast
2018 Camper Van Project
Objectives:
To transform a Transit T250 high-roof van into a functional camper optimized for race weekends involving bicycles and motorcycles. Maintain a stealthy appearance of a work van from the outside.
Design Requirements:
Must accommodate 2 dirt bikes and provide sleeping arrangements with a fold-down bed.
Construction utilizing steel tube for durability and security, attaching structures directly to the van's body at existing hard points.
Comprehensive insulation with 3M Thinsulate, and interior design featuring vegan leather, recycled wool felt, and a woven textile headliner.
Incorporation of an L-track system for flexible and secure modular mounting.
Functionality:
Designed to serve as a mobile home base for racing events, with a focus on storage flexibility, thermal comfort, and interior aesthetics.
2024 Camper Van Rebuild
Objectives:
To conduct a complete overhaul of the camper van to support the exclusive use for mountain biking, with a focus on integrating living solutions and secure bike storage.
Design Requirements:
Integration of a permanent queen-size bed without compromising internal bike storage capacity.
Upgrade of the power system to 7.2kWh LiFePO4 batteries, a 3kW inverter, 600W solar panels, and floor heating.
Adoption of Hubitat for local automation of all internal systems without needing an internet connection.
Utilization of ESP32 microcontrollers in a mesh network for centralized control over lights, heaters, water system, inverter, charging, battery monitoring, vents, and fans.
Functionality:
The rebuild focuses on enhanced living and storage capabilities for mountain biking enthusiasts, integrating high-tech solutions for energy efficiency, automation, and comfort.