Inventor James Bruton is back at it again, and this time, he built an innovative omnidirectional ball-wheeled bike that seemingly glides everywhere. He started with walking globes that are rigid, yet completely hollow inside, and typically used by circus performers for acts.
The most important feature is keeping the bike stable when balancing sideways, similar to a hoverboard, otherwise it would be impossible to drive. This is made possible by using four 2kW ODrive brushless motors to drive the wheels. After lots of trial and error, Bruton ended up with a vehicle that was stable enough to support his weight while being able to balance itself when going sideways.
- High-Speed Commuting: Reach up to 15.5 mph with a range of up to 25 miles in Eco mode at 9.3 mph, perfect for efficient urban commuting and extended...
- Traction Control System: Enhanced stability ensures confident navigation across various terrains for a smoother and safer ride experience.
- Powerful 350W Motor: Enjoy seamless rides powered by a robust peak power 750W rear-wheel drive system, offering exceptional acceleration and control.
This is epic. Period. I sincerely hope the embarrassingly unimaginative industry is watching. One Dude with an Amazon account, a 3D Printer, some aluminium cuts from PCB and a bucket of bolts just outclassed you guys in every possible way. What a time to be alive!,” said one commenter.
