This invention pertains to a semi-autonomous cycle designed to address urban transportation challenges such as congestion, pollution, and safety concerns. The cycle integrates human pedaling with electric motor assistance, utilizing adaptive and cooperative adaptive cruise control technologies. These features enhance safety, improve energy efficiency, and reduce emissions. The cycle's unique design promotes physical activity while providing a sustainable and efficient transportation solution. The prototype, developed with a Brushless DC motor and advanced sensor integration, demonstrates significant potential for urban commuting, eco-friendly transport, and improved traffic management. This innovation aims to offer a comprehensive solution to modern urban mobility issues
Figure (1) Developed vehicle prototype
- Urban transportation faces significant challenges including congestion, pollution, and safety issues. Traditional vehicles contribute heavily to greenhouse gas emissions, worsening air quality.
- Moreover, a lack of physical exercise is prevalent among the urban population, contributing to health problems. An innovative solution is needed to address these issues by integrating sustainable, efficient, and health-promoting transportation options.
- Dual-mode propulsion: Can be pedaled or propelled by an electric motor, or both simultaneously, reducing battery consumption.
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC): Maintains a constant speed set by the user.
- Cooperative Adaptive Cruise Control (CACC): Follows a preceding vehicle at a safe distance using vehicle-to-vehicle communication and sensors.
- Sensor Integration: Hall effect-based speed sensors and Lidar-based inter-vehicular distance sensors enhance safety and efficiency.
- Energy Efficiency: Sharing the load between human pedaling and the motor extends battery life and reduces energy consumption.
- Compact and Lightweight Design: Dimensions of 1.8m (L) x 0.9m (W) x 0.8m (H) and a kerb weight of 66 kg make it suitable for urban environments.
- Motor and batteries: 1680 W Brushless DC Motor, 24 Ah Lead Acid
- Speed: Maximum speed of 15 km/h
- Sensors: Hall effect-based speed sensor and Lidar-based inter-vehicular distance sensor
A working prototype as seen in the photograph has been tested.
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- The semi-autonomous cycle reduces greenhouse gas emissions, improves urban air quality, and promotes physical activity.
- It enhances traffic safety through adaptive cruise control features and reduces traffic congestion, leading to economic benefits by saving fuel and reducing commute times
- Urban Commuting: Alleviates traffic congestion and reduces pollution.
- Fitness and Health: Encourages physical activity as part of daily commuting.
- Eco-Friendly Transport: Offers a green alternative to conventional vehicles.
- Traffic Safety: Enhanced safety features with ACC and CACC technologies
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