‘Grasshopper’ by David Gonçalves is a foldable electric city bike that has won the Merit prize in the 12th International Bicycle Design Competition, Taiwan 2008.
As the name suggests, the design is inspired by the grasshopper bug. And since it is targeted towards urban and city lifestyles, the bike transforms into a trolley for easy portability in places where it’s inconvenient or difficult to cycle.
In addition to charging via regenerative braking, the battery can also be charged by stationary bicycling when the bike is used as an exercise machine at home.
Insect-Inspired Transformer Bikes
Grasshopper Bicycle
Trend Themes
1. Insect-inspired Transportation Designs - Exploring designs inspired by insects to create unique and functional transportation solutions.
2. Foldable Electric Bikes - Creating compact, electric bikes that can fold into a trolley for easy portability in urban areas.
3. Regenerative Braking Technology in Bikes - Incorporating regenerative braking technology into bikes to create sustainable and efficient methods of transportation.
Industry Implications
1. Bicycle Manufacturing - Manufacturing companies can incorporate insect-inspired designs and regenerative braking technology into their bicycles to offer unique and sustainable transportation solutions.
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3. Fitness Equipment Manufacturing - Fitness equipment manufacturing companies can incorporate regenerative technology into stationary bicycles and create hybrid exercise machines that not only promote fitness, but also provide sustainable energy for transportation.