This Electric Skateboard-Like Contraption Fits in a Backpack
Rahul Kalvapalle — May 28, 2014 — Autos
The Movpak, developed by a Brazilian startup of the same name, is claimed to be the world's first ever backpack electric vehicle. It's a skateboard-like device that is suitable for short commutes in urban settings.
The Movpak's electric drive enables it to hit speeds of up to 24 km/h for up to 9 miles at a time before requiring a recharge, which takes a couple of hours. The board measures 60 x 30 cm, weighs 7.7 kg. When in operation, it is steered like a skateboard with the backpack mounted on the rear and acceleration controlled with a wireless controller. When not in use, the Movpak can be stowed into an accompanying backpack.
The developers of Movpak have taken to Kickstarter to try and raise funds for further development, testing and ultimately production of this ingenious electric backpack vehicle.
The Movpak's electric drive enables it to hit speeds of up to 24 km/h for up to 9 miles at a time before requiring a recharge, which takes a couple of hours. The board measures 60 x 30 cm, weighs 7.7 kg. When in operation, it is steered like a skateboard with the backpack mounted on the rear and acceleration controlled with a wireless controller. When not in use, the Movpak can be stowed into an accompanying backpack.
The developers of Movpak have taken to Kickstarter to try and raise funds for further development, testing and ultimately production of this ingenious electric backpack vehicle.
Trend Themes
1. Portable Electric Transportation - The development of backpack electric vehicles like the Movpak opens up opportunities for creating other portable electric transportation options for short commutes.
2. Smart Commuting Solutions - The emergence of backpack electric vehicles suggests the need for smart commuting solutions that are compact, efficient, and eco-friendly.
3. Integration of Technology and Fashion - The combination of a backpack with an electric vehicle in the Movpak highlights the potential for integrating technology and fashion in innovative and stylish ways.
Industry Implications
1. Electric Vehicles - The backpack electric vehicle trend presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for the electric vehicle industry to diversify its range of eco-friendly transportation options.
2. Outdoor Recreation - The concept of backpack electric vehicles can open up new opportunities within the outdoor recreation industry for innovative and convenient modes of transportation.
3. Wearable Technology - The integration of an electric vehicle into a wearable backpack provides potential opportunities for the wearable technology industry to develop new products that enhance mobility and convenience.
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