Gyroscopic hybrid bicycle

Abstract

Described in this paper is a self-stabilizing hybrid bicycle. Gyroscope technology is implemented to develop the balancing forces to achieve stability on all terrains. The main principle revolves around generating the counteracting torque to help stabilize the tilting action of the vehicle. Along with this, a hybrid system is introduced to assist the cyclist when they are tired. The hybrid system includes a battery which can be charged in three different ways: solar power, mechanical power from a pedal dynamo, and AC supply charge. To charge the electric motor driving the bicycle, energy from all three sources is utilized. The hybrid-powered bicycle is designed so that the rider can drive the bicycle in two ways: they can choose to use the electric motor entirely, or they can ride it manually, which in turn charges the battery.