# Autonomous App-Summoned Bikes The i-Bike Can Ride Itself to Its User's Side By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2016-04-04 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ibike References: [newindianexpress](http://www.newindianexpress.com/education/edex/This-Bike-Will-Ride-Itself-to-Your-Side/2016/03/14/article3320564.ece1) & [iitkgp.org](https://iitkgp.org/content/kgp-team-wins-gold-prize-autonomous-bicycle-model) A group of engineering students working out of the [Indian Institute of Technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/limited-edition-motorocycle) have developed so-called i-Bike technology that can make it possible for users to use a smartphone app to summon a bicycle that can then navigate to their side. The bike itself is powered by a 24-volt battery that keeps the bike going when it's in its autonomous mode, and it's also fitted with automatic brakes for the sake of safety. In autonomous mode, the i-Bike can attain a top speed of 25 km/h that ensures that users aren't kept waiting for too long. Ultimately, this i-Bike technology should fit in well with [smart cities of the future](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-movr) that will be increasingly important in countries like India that have several, heavily populated urban centers. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 48% | Activity: 7% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Autonomous Bicycles:** The development of autonomous bicycles that can be summoned through smartphone apps opens up opportunities for on-demand transportation services without human riders. - **Smart City Transportation:** The i-Bike technology aligns with the growing trend of smart cities and presents the potential for efficient and sustainable transportation solutions in urban areas. - **Battery-powered Vehicles:** The use of a 24-volt battery to power the i-Bike showcases the increasing trend of battery-powered vehicles, providing a clean and eco-friendly transportation alternative. ### Who This Affects Most - **Ride-sharing:** This autonomous bike technology could disrupt the ride-sharing industry by eliminating the need for human drivers and offering a more cost-effective and efficient transportation option. - **Smart Mobility:** The development of autonomous app-summoned bicycles supports the smart mobility industry, enabling easier and automated transportation in smart cities. - **Electric Vehicle Manufacturing:** The integration of battery-powered technology in the i-Bike presents an opportunity for electric vehicle manufacturers to expand their product offerings to include autonomous bicycles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Self-Balancing Stealthy Motorbikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motoroid.md) - [App-Controlled Custom E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hybrid-electric-bike.md) - [AI-Fueled Urban E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aifueled-urban-ebikes.md) - [Smart Connected E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delfast-top-3.md) - [High-Tech Carbon E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urtopia.md) - [Ride-Sharing E-Bike Manufacturers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/e-bike-seb-20.md) - [Intelligent Cycling Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intelligent-cycling-system.md) - [AI-Powered Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aipowered-electric-bikes.md) - [Self-Balancing Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motoroid-bike.md)