Buried Electric Strips Power Up Korea's Online Electric Vehicle
Meghan Young — March 11, 2010 — Autos
References: koreatimes.co.kr & fastcompany
The Online Electric Vehicle may change the whole transportation system as we know it--and that's quite a feat considering the eco-friendly overhaul it has currently been going through. Created in Seoul, South Korea, it's a unique sustainable vehicle that relies on the road to recharge.
The Online Electric Vehicle is currently going through a test run at an amusement park before potentially becoming part of a bus route in Seoul. Charging via electric strips buried in the ground, it uses a battery one-fifth the size of those used in standard electric cars and does away with those pesky overhead wires.
The Online Electric Vehicle is currently going through a test run at an amusement park before potentially becoming part of a bus route in Seoul. Charging via electric strips buried in the ground, it uses a battery one-fifth the size of those used in standard electric cars and does away with those pesky overhead wires.
Trend Themes
1. Sustainable Transportation - The development of electric strips as a road recharging system for vehicles presents opportunities for the advancement of sustainable transportation.
2. Reduced Battery Size - The use of a smaller battery in the Online Electric Vehicle opens up possibilities for more compact and efficient electric cars.
3. Wireless Charging - The elimination of overhead wires in favor of buried electric strips highlights the trend towards wireless charging technology in the transportation industry.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - The automotive industry can explore the integration of road recharging systems in electric vehicles to enhance sustainability and efficiency.
2. Renewable Energy - The renewable energy industry can leverage the development of electric strips as a renewable energy charging infrastructure for electric vehicles.
3. Theme Parks - Theme parks could adopt road recharging systems for electric vehicles as a sustainable transportation solution for guests.
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