Soon, you can skate to work! Researchers are developing a skateboard which they claim will be the world's lightest electric vehicle and will be capable of travelling up to 9 kilometres. The Stanford University team behind the 'Boosted Board' said it could reach speeds of 32km/hr and be used by tourists, commuters and for everyday getting around, the Daily Mail reported.
The 'Boosted Board' prototype is built on a standard longboard, and weighs around 5 kilogrammes. Two brushless motors are used to drive the rear wheels, creating 2000 watts. Regenerative braking used to recharge the battery while moving. Lithium batteries which can be recharged in two hours, giving 9 kilometres of use. The team recently launched a Kickstarter fund to build the gadget - and have already raised over $2,60,000 - more than double their initial aim.
The 'Boosted Board' prototype is built on a standard longboard, and weighs around 5 kilogrammes. Two brushless motors are used to drive the rear wheels, creating 2000 watts. Regenerative braking used to recharge the battery while moving. Lithium batteries which can be recharged in two hours, giving 9 kilometres of use. The team recently launched a Kickstarter fund to build the gadget - and have already raised over $2,60,000 - more than double their initial aim.
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