A new tech has been reportedly developed that allows heavy users of laptop to ‘pedal-charge’ their device while sitting at a desk with a built-in cycle.
Design firm Pedal Power has created two cycling generators that produce electrical power known as Big Rig and Pedal Genny and while pedaled by an average adult, would produce up to 100 watts of electricity which can easy charge a laptop or cell phone.
According to Mashable, the purpose of the bike technology is to raise awareness around how difficult it is to actually produce energy.
The Big Rig generator features a built-in seat and work surface so users can switch easily between different tasks like appliance charging, food processing or water pumping.
While the portable Pedal Genny generator comes with an optional seat and is intended to generate power for one function at a time.
Cofounders Andy Wekin and Steve Blood worked on the first prototype in 2008, and are now launching their bicycle technology on Kickstarter to fund made-to-order machines by December 30. (ANI)