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Old 04-16-08, 09:09 AM
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HopliteGrad
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Bikes: Schwinn Criss Cross (hybrid beater), Nashbar AT-2 disc MTB

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I'd encourage you to think again about electricity-based gadgets. Think of your audience, the most electronics-savvy generation in history.

Bike-powered washing machine Also here

Bike-powered movie projector

Bike-powered laptop

Bike-powered golfing

Bike-powered music concert

Bike powered (velo)taxi/tuk tuk

Bike-powered gravity simulator

Bike-powered water pump

Bike-powered generator

Bike-powered locomotive

Bike-powered welding

Bike-powered cellphone charger

Bike-powered bus

Bike-powered plane

Bike-powered wifi web access

Bike-powered VoIP internet telephony

Bike-powered knife sharpener

Well, there's enough to get you started. With the right interfaces, you can drive all sorts of mechanical items. With the right wiring, you can drive all kinds of electrical devices. Imagine several bikes linked to generators so you could play Rock Band with youyr buddies.
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