Bicycling at night is dangerous, but for many urban citizens who use bicycles as their primary means of transportation, bicycling at night can be a necessity; the 'Bicycle Winker' is a piece of cycling technology that makes the darkened roads safer for cyclists and drivers.
Even with all the legally mandated safety equipment for a bicycle -- a bell, lights, a helmet, etc. -- cycling still has a major flaw: turn signalling. The current system, where riders use one hand to signal left, right, or stop, forces cyclists to sacrifice some control over their bikes, often leading to accidents.
The Bicycle Winker is a Bluetooth-connected series of LEDs that replace the normal pedals on a bicycle. When cyclists push the discreet buttons on the ends of their handlebars, the respective pedal will light up and flash, indicating a turn.
Pedal-Mounted Turn Signals
The 'Bicycle Winker' Makes Cycling Safer with Clear Turn Signals
Trend Themes
1. Bluetooth-connected LED Pedals - Creating safer cycling experiences by providing clear and visible turn signals through Bluetooth-connected LED pedals.
2. Hands-free Turn Signalling - Disrupting the current system of hand signals by introducing hands-free turn signalling technology for cyclists.
3. Cycling Safety Innovations - Driving innovation in cycling safety by developing technologies like the Bicycle Winker to reduce accidents on darkened roads.
Industry Implications
1. Bicycle Technology - Opportunity for bicycle technology companies to develop and market Bluetooth-connected LED pedals for safer cycling.
2. Sports and Outdoor Recreation - Sports and outdoor recreation industries can explore opportunities to enhance the safety of cycling activities through hands-free turn signalling innovations.
3. Consumer Electronics - Consumer electronics companies can focus on developing innovative products like the Bicycle Winker to address the need for safer cycling experiences.