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Airbike Concept Lets You Pedal, Lets you Fly

Vlad — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 21:58:01 +0000

Ever thought a bike could function as a paraglide? Well, here it is, the Airbike. The Airbike is a concept which works on the pedal powered propulsion and is an ergonomic and ingenious solution to the pedal powered flight. You would just need to p4edal in between and you would rise up in the air like a bird would. It is lightweight and quite safe and you could use this in open spaces and have a lot of fun.

You would just need to keep cycling and the more you pedal the further you would go. It comes in three different models. The first one is a pedal only model that looks pretty exciting for purists. The second is a combination of pedal and petrol/electric power.

The third one uses only conventional power without any pedaling involved. I would say, just go for this cool Airbike if you can get one. You would need to contact the manufacturers for more information about availability and price. However, remember it is a concept!

Via: DVICE

FWD: A Great Human Powered Vehicle Concept

Vlad — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 02:01:31 +0000

If you asked me what would one get if one crossed a tricycle and a bike, and a vehicle that runs on roads and on railway tracks, I would say you would get a hybrid human powered vehicle called the FWD. It comes with awesome steering, can be used as a trike, a bike and can run on a road and also on rail. The vehicle comes with seats that are luxurious and can seat one person with enough space for luggage at the back.

The vehicle is designed for urban usage and takes into account the chaotic nature of urban landscapes. This vehicle can be used a rental vehicle which can be used anywhere in the city and when someone drops it off somewhere, the other person could use it from there.

The vehicle also can be a little adventurous, if you are looking for some excitement. In my opinion, this vehicle can be used in all the urban areas to avoid pollution and also to avoid wastage of energy and fuel. Looks like the future will be built upon human powered vehicles that are green, clean and inexpensive. Such vehicles are best suited for urban areas.

Via: IndustrialDesignserved

Drive in your mini-house: Electric One-Person Car

Zolamarquis — Wed, 28 Mar 2007 06:28:42 +0000

The name (The Electric One-Person Car) goes well with its functionality but with a difference. This princely looking car has been designed for those who like to travel alone and spend time with themselves on long drives. This electric three wheeled asset may appear a toy to kids but for Auto geeks, this has become a product soon-to-be-grabbed. With a range of 30 miles per charge, the car operates with zero emissions and uses less than half the energy of today’s most efficient hybrid vehicles.

Made up of advanced fiberglass/rigid foam composite shell amplified by steel support, makes it lightweight with a strong frame. The adjustable seat, AM/FM CD-player, retractable three-point safety belt, power windows, windshield wiper, air vent, heater, 6′ cu. storage area behind the drivers seat for your necessary things making you feel at home, the difference that I have talked about lies here.

Powered by a 156-volt DC electric motor, the vehicle generates 33-horsepower, providing a top speed of 70 mph, and allowing it to accelerate from 0-30 mph in 31/2 seconds. Available in Red, Teal, Orange, Blue, Yellow, Purple, Magenta, White, Coral, Dark Aqua, Green, Lime Green, Lilac and Aqua, this mini-house is available for sale at $24,899.95.

Via Hammacher