The tourism sector is about to get a whole lot greener thanks to the Aerotonos from Asmita Prasad. Aerotonos is a wind/solar-powered tour bus designed to add a splash of green to the tourism industry.
Aerotonos is powered by its rooftop solar panels and a gigantic 40 square meter (131 feet) kite that harnesses wind energy and converts it to power. In addition to its unique engine, the Aerotonos has a unique design that further separates it from today's tour buses. Aerotonos has a wide open design that was conceived to both transport people and give them a place to relax when they arrived at their destination. The bus acts as a temporary shelter and features benches and tables. This design seems a bit too complex to be produced anytime soon, but hopefully tourism companies will take notice of it and be inspired to make their buses more welcoming and eco-friendly.
Wind-Powered Tour Buses
Aerotonos from Asmita Prasad is Inviting and Eco-Friendly
Trend Themes
1. Green Tourism - The Aerotonos bus demonstrates the trend of incorporating green technology into the tourism industry.
2. Renewable Energy - The use of solar panels and wind energy in the Aerotonos bus represents the trend of adopting renewable energy sources in transportation.
3. Innovative Bus Design - The unique and open design of the Aerotonos bus highlights the trend of creating more comfortable and versatile bus experiences for tourists.
Industry Implications
1. Tourism - The Aerotonos bus presents an opportunity for tourism companies to differentiate themselves and attract environmentally-conscious travelers.
2. Renewable Energy - The development of wind and solar-powered tour buses like Aerotonos opens up disruptive innovation opportunities in the renewable energy industry.
3. Transportation - The unique design and eco-friendly features of Aerotonos create possibilities for the transportation industry to re-imagine traditional buses and offer more sustainable alternatives.