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News Technology Thrustcycle demos new version of its self-balancing SRT
| Thrustcycle demos new version of its self-balancing SRT |
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| Friday, 09 December 2011 16:46 | |||
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Back in August, we heard about a self-balancing prototype vehicle known as the Thrustcycle SRT. Utilizing a flywheel-based gyroscopic stabilizing system, the electric vehicle was able to remain
upright on its three inline wheels, even when standing still. The flywheel also served as a kinetic energy recovery system, helping to extend the vehicle’s range by storing energy that would otherwise be lost when braking. Now, four months later, Thrustcycle Enterprises has contacted us with information about the latest version of the EV, and provided some video of it being driven around ... and getting the crap kicked out of it...
Continue Reading Thrustcycle demos new version of its self-balancing SRTSection: AutomotiveTags: Electric Vehicles,
KERS,
Self-balancing
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