# Magnetic Field Bike Lights Magnic Microlights Generate Power from a Constructed Magnetic Field By Justin Lam | Published 2018-11-12 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnic-microlights References: [digitaltrends](https://www.digitaltrends.com/outdoors/magnetic-microlights-bike-lights/#/6) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/dynamodirk/magnic-microlights-bikelights-with-magic-non-conta) Many users often forget to recharge or replace [battery-powered bike lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-bike-concept-design) but thankfully Magnic Microlights generate power from simple pedal power. These lights utilize eddy current induction, which means they change the properties of a magnetic field to create electricity in a conductor. This means all energy is drawn from the spinning of a wheel, as the moving tire generates its own magnetic field as it rotates. The Magnic Microlights are currently up for funding on [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wnd-helmet), with the team behind the project hoping to raise $80,000 to get the product into production. The system has already been tested on a variety of mountain bikes and works with both traditional brakes and newer disk brake systems. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 19% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) > [Transportation](https://www.trendhunter.com/transportation) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Magnetic Field Bike Lighting:** Opportunity to disrupt traditional battery-powered bike lighting systems by utilizing user-generated power through eddy current induction technology. - **Eddy Current Induction Tech:** Opportunity to disrupt traditional power sources in various industries by utilizing eddy current induction to generate electricity in conductors. - **Crowdfunding:** Opportunity to disrupt traditional methods of financing by utilizing crowdfunding platforms like Kickstarter to bring innovative products to market. ### Where This Applies - **Bicycles:** The bicycle industry can benefit from integrating eddy current induction technology in order to power various features and accessories without relying solely on traditional batteries. - **Outdoor Recreation:** The outdoor recreation industry can benefit from integrating energy-generating technologies like eddy current induction into various products and equipment, reducing reliance on traditional power sources. - **Crowdfunding Platforms:** Crowdfunding platforms like Kickstarter can disrupt traditional methods of financing, allowing innovative projects like Magnic Microlights to gain funding and come to market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Crank-Powered Bike Light Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wnd-helmet.md) - [Lever-Triggered Bike Brake Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bike-brake-lights.md) - [Regenerative Drive Mechanisms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mag-drive.md) - [Color-Changing Clipless Pedals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clipless-pedals.md) - [Synced Bike Light Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bike-light-system.md) - [Self-Charging E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vello-bike-design.md) - [Regenerative Cycling Equipment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/energy-keeper.md) - [Nighttime Limited Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nocturne-bike.md) - [Low-Maintenance Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mocci-magic-ride.md)