About us
We're not just fixing bikes; we're reimagining bike repair.
Fly-Wheel is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to empowering other non-profits and community bike shops. We believe everyone deserves access to affordable and reliable bike repair, regardless of their circumstances.
Driven by this belief, we've developed an innovative solution: using 3D printing technology to make bike repair more accessible and significantly more affordable. Our team combines expertise in bike mechanics and cutting-edge 3D printing to create a truly unique approach.
We know that cost is a major barrier for many community bike shops, limiting their ability to provide affordable repairs and get more people cycling. That's why we're committed to driving down the cost of parts through our innovative 3D printing approach.
Meet Our Team
Abraham Zhong
Founder
Abraham is a senior at Mountain View High School. He founded the initiative to produce 3D printed parts for charitable bike shop repairs. As a volunteer repairing bikes at Community Cycles of California in San Jose, he found that he could replace rare or expensive parts at a fraction of the cost through 3D printing. Abraham is building this network to share 3D printing resources with more.
Meet Our Board
Bernard Curtis
Bernard Curtis is a multifaceted professional, recently retired. He boasts great engineering skills with aircrafts, honed over his distinguished career, including his role as the Regional Technical Manager at Dassault Falcon Jet, where he oversaw Field Technical Representatives in the New England, Mid-Atlantic, and Pacific Rim regions. He also managed the FTRs supporting the U.S. Coast Guard and NetJets program, while providing crucial backup support at the main office in Teterboro, NJ. An avid pilot, Bernard now enjoys living in upstate New York, where his technical expertise and passion for engineering continue to inspire those around him. Bernard’s unique blend of technical expertise and community-focused leadership has been instrumental in driving innovation and benefiting the community.
Sharmila Sundaralingam
Sharmila Sundaralingam is a dedicated leader, currently working for a startup serving school buses, bringing her extensive background at Gardner Family Health Network and Junior Buyer to her current role. With a deep commitment to community service, Sharmila has a strong track record of supporting cultural initiatives, evidenced by her past work with the Multicultural Council of Windsor & Essex County. Living in San Jose, she continues to champion community development and practical solutions, driving initiatives that enhance sustainable transportation and empower local communities through her leadership.
Yifei Ren
Yifei Ren is a dynamic executive and passionate advocate for technological innovation and community empowerment. He is currently working in the Meta Reality Labs on cutting-edge technology projects, showcasing his avid interest in metaverse hardware and 3D printing. With a robust background in software engineering, he excels in supporting development and platform infrastructure for Horizon OS mixed reality. Yifei's career highlights also include his role as an Engineering Manager at Airbnb, where he led efforts in Trust Content Integrity, and as a Senior Software Engineer at Qualcomm, specializing in LTE software physical layers and 5G radio resource control. His technical prowess and strong sense of social responsibilities in high-tech environments have been instrumental in driving creativity within underserved communities.