Important Innovations

   Riding Assist 2.0                                                                                                   Source:  Honda A Real Balancing Act Honda has developed self-balancing, stabilizing technology for motorcycles.  It is called the Rider Assist 2.0, which the company has been working on for five years.  They have demonstrated its efficacy on a big heavy bike, the NM4 Vulture.  The technology keeps the rider steady and balanced at low speeds and when stopped.  The rider can bike and make turns at low speeds without tipping.  They can also mount and dismount while the bike remains stable.   Robotic Technology This new technology is still under development by Honda.  The Riding Assist 2.0 uses Honda robotic technology to keep the bike steady instead of using gyroscopes to aid in balance.  The new technology enables a key feature:  the bike's rear wheel swings to adjust the angle of the rider and the motorcycle to maintain stability.   Potential Impact This new technol

World's 1st Self-Balancing Electric Bike Source:  Delft University of Technology Smart Steering, Smart Motor, Smart E-Bike Researchers at Delft University of Technology and bike manufacturer Koninklijke Gazelle have designed the world's first smart steering assistance system for electric bikes.  They say it's the first system that can help bicycles remain upright.  They designed it with seniors in mind to help them stay active.  But it can work for anyone and may cut the number of falls from bikes.  For more details on this from fellow journalist Ed Kane go to Important Innovations Collection: Fall Proof Electric Bike : Very Smart Motor Source:  Delft University of Technology Innovation from the Netherlands' TU Delft This is the first system in th...

All Electric and Self Balancing Source:  Stator A New Way to Scoot It's called Stator and it's a self-balancing scooter, largely by its very wide tires. The vehicle is about to launch.  The scooter is all-electric, green and is designed as an alternative means of urban travel. Stator is a California based company. The vehicle designer and company founder is Nathan Allen. The vehicle is being tested and readied for launch.  No pricing on it yet.   Here are a few specifics on it: Reaches maximum speeds of 25 mph 4 hour charge provides 20 miles of ride time 1.2 hour fast charge option Use a keyless RFID startup Breaks and throttle are on the right side The large rear tire holds the 1000 watt motor The front tire controls direction It weighs 90 pounds and can carry up to 250 pounds It folds for easier transport There are 3 programmable power settings: learner, intermediate, expert.       .