The Pedal-a-Watt Stationary Bike Power Generator is an interesting concept that will transform any bike into a small power generator. Econvergence.net offers both the plans for the Pedal-a-Watt and a fully built version. Bike not included.
The Pedal-a-Watt bike was designed to keep the user aerobically fit while creating some extra power that may be sent to a bank of batteries. These batteries may then be tapped at a later time, after dark for example, when the energy is needed to power lights or appliances. The Pedal-a-Watt bicycle is an excellent addition to an existing battery system that may already be charged from the photovoltaic panels, 120 VAC grid power or wind power. The concept behind the Pedal-a-Watt bicycle is that electricity can be created from human effort and then stored in batteries.
Most people should be able to produce around 150 to 200 watts while using the device, according to the creators of this design. This energy can power such devices as laptop computers, ham radios, a small T.V. or a compact fluorescent light bulb. The energy produced does not have to be used immediately, either. It can be stored to use in the evening.
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