Automobiles within the classic cartoon “The Flintstones” were all foot run. The mechanism that propels the bicycle hasn’t really been improved on since it was invented. . A vehicle that uses man power no longer has to be relegated to the bike path, as a design firm from Oregon has come up with a human powered vehicle that can do 30 mph with ease. Not only does it conserve a lot on gas, it will keep individuals in pretty good shape with regular use.
The HumanCar
An opportunity was noticed by engineer Charles Greenwood, to create car that uses human power and provides good exercise. Since then, he has worked with a team of designers and other engineers coming up with an automobile that can operate at motor vehicle speeds without a gas engine. The car needs no gas, produces no emissions, and gives users a workout too. You will find already 100 orders in. According to the Daily Mail, once orders hit 800 full production will start. The business has already done the math. Once full capacity production begins, it will already be profitable.
Rowing a customer base
Passengers use a rowing motion to drive. The HumanCar Imagine PS will effortlessly hold at 25 to 30 mph, however experimental models have been clocked at 60 mph. There is a rechargeable electric motor aboard, and the four seat car should have the motor on if fewer than three are aboard. Turning is done by leaning. Greenwood is older than 60 and routinely drives one, and part of the testing was using senior citizens to drive it, according to the HumanCar website, so it isn’t solely for the uber-fit.
Not idea
The HumanCar is a great idea for neighborhood range trips. It is already street lawful. The DOT has approved it for exactly those uses. It is not brand new technology, really. Human run vehicles have been made before. However, some human powered vehicles have little commercial use. The Gossamer Condor and Gossamer Albatross flew, but cost thousands. It’s an interesting coincidence. A car for the future comes straight from “The Flintstones”.
Further reading
Daily Mail
dailymail.co.uk/motoring/article-1304120/The-human-powered-car-reach-speeds-60mph.html
Human Car
humancar.com/index.htm
