eBike news and items of interest
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Williams is working on a Sodium-Ion battery pack. It is more affordable because it is derived from salts that are far more common than lithium salts. They should prove less flammable than lithium as well. It looks very promising.
http://www.gizmag.com/williams-demonstrates-sodium-ion-powered-proof-of-concept-e-bike/37537/
http://www.gizmag.com/williams-demonstrates-sodium-ion-powered-proof-of-concept-e-bike/37537/
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I was switching channels this morning, looking for coverage of the Monaco Grand Prix. Instead, I happened upon a Formula E race from Berlin. The e-car racing was very close, with a lot of passing. There seemed to be more parity than in Formula 1 and fewer mechanical failures. There was no shortage of big name sponsors like Virgin and Renault.
-Pit stops are different. They swap the whole car, rather than just tires and batteries. -Watching the Formula E race made me more optimistic about the furture of e-bikes and e-vehicles in general. More info at the link.
http://www.theengineer.co.uk/in-dep...side-the-formula-e-racing-car/1017296.article
-Pit stops are different. They swap the whole car, rather than just tires and batteries. -Watching the Formula E race made me more optimistic about the furture of e-bikes and e-vehicles in general. More info at the link.
http://www.theengineer.co.uk/in-dep...side-the-formula-e-racing-car/1017296.article
I have been trying to squeeze more life out of my SLA batteries until we get that price break on LiPo batteries. I've been pedaling a lot.
Saw this e-scoot on e-bay that resembles a Pierspeed Madacc. It also has pedals, like other e-scoots. I was thinking that the pedal set could be beefed up by the owner since it is easy to reach. For now, you have to drive to BC and pick them up.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/FOLDABLE-El...933?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2a51c59225
http://www.ebay.com/itm/FOLDABLE-El...933?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2a51c59225
You have probably heard of the emergency parachute systems that will safely deliver your small aircraft back to earth. One company now plans to install "emergency electric engines" in small aircraft that can provide additional power or emergency power if the gas engine quits. I didn't see that coming. More info at the link.
http://www.gizmag.com/emergency-electric-engine-uc3m-aircraft/37958/
http://www.gizmag.com/emergency-electric-engine-uc3m-aircraft/37958/
Soon they won't even be needing the gas motor.You have probably heard of the emergency parachute systems that will safely deliver your small aircraft back to earth. One company now plans to install "emergency electric engines" in small aircraft that can provide additional power or emergency power if the gas engine quits. I didn't see that coming. More info at the link.
http://www.gizmag.com/emergency-electric-engine-uc3m-aircraft/37958/
Funny you should mention that, Biknut. The E-Fan trainers will be offered for sale soon. They look a lot cooler than a Cessna 150. More chatter at the link.
http://www.gizmag.com/airbus-e-fan-2-paris-air-show-2015/38068/
http://www.gizmag.com/airbus-e-fan-2-paris-air-show-2015/38068/
An Ichibike employee built this 24" e-muscle-bike. I want to build one and add a rear derailleur and stick shift. Note the battery bag under the banana seat.
http://www.ratrodbikes.com/?p=1035
http://www.ratrodbikes.com/?p=1035
This looks pretty awesome but man, too high dollar for me https://nyxbikes.com/ that em3ev frame is the cheapest but still oouch. Guess I'm just going to have to get a cheap crap wall mart bike if I want full suspension. bummer
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K007
How about this, upgrade as you can.
Mild
http://www.walmart.com/ip/26-Men-s-Genesis-V2100-Mountain-Bike-Blue/42732939
Wild
https://endless-sphere.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=62159&hilit=Genesis+V2100
Its all up to you.
You know what? I was just looking at that bike not even 3 mins ago. I've been thinking about getting one for several years now.
60mph! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nqli365qynk the kraken https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j0qaKzvO9qo
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Looks like Honda is pretty close to releasing the EV-Cub. Not bad looking.
http://www.visordown.com/motorcycle-news-new-bikes/hondas-two-cub-concepts/28234.html
http://www.visordown.com/motorcycle-news-new-bikes/hondas-two-cub-concepts/28234.html
Here is a new, simple to install e-friction kit. Only 250w, but we know how to fix that. Still pricey - $1500 with lipo batteries. More pics, video and info at the link. Sorry. IMG links will not appear here.
http://www.gizmag.com/conodrive-electric-bicycle-drive/39256/
http://www.gizmag.com/conodrive-electric-bicycle-drive/39256/
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French unveil 'world first' hydrogen-powered electric bike emitting only pure water
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/wor...d-electric-bike-emitting-only-pure-water.html
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/wor...d-electric-bike-emitting-only-pure-water.html