A company named ” Inventist” is running a Kickstarter campaign for getting crowdfunding for their mini self-balancing personal electric vehicle named as “Solowheel Iota”.
Its patent-pending design includes a parallelogram-based turning assist mechanism which makes the Iota maneuverable and easy to use. In addition to an intelligent rider detection system, folding pedals, lights and a convenient carrying handle, the Iota will include Bluetooth capabilities, with smartphone and watch apps coming soon. We’re also developing a suspension system.
The unit used in the video is a rough prototype. The design of the final product will be based on these drawings:
Specifications:
Range: up to 8 miles (12.8 km)
Speed: capable of 10 mph (16 kph)
Incline: 15 degrees
Weight: approx. 8 pounds (3.6 kg)
Width: 7” (17.8 cm)
Weight limit: 250 lbs (113.4 kg)
Inflatable 8” (20 cm) wheel
1000W motor
100Wh lithium ion battery
Charge time: approx. 40 minutes
Front and rear lights
