Philaphlous
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Hey guys...
I got a crazy idea for some device that'll assist when walking in the city. I've been thinking there's not really a device that helps us walk or aid in our mobility beyond a scooter, bike, longboard.. So I've got an idea of a tread like attachment to your feet for an extra boost for walking. You still have to walk but the motor will assist and increase your speed while walking.
Question: I'm looking for a motor that'll be powerful enough yet compact enough.... This is the best I've found so far. https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F232964282593
I'm needing around 200rpm on a 2.5" wheel that'll actually be a driver of tread the entire length of your shoe. I'm planning on using aluminum at first and I can upgrade to stainless steel then titanium if needed.
I'm concerned the gear motor won't have enough torque once you take a step to keep accelerating you beyond the speed you can normally walk at... And then I cant really find a motor small enough (1.5-2" diameter) that'll probably enough torque at about 200rpm...
Any ideas???
I got a crazy idea for some device that'll assist when walking in the city. I've been thinking there's not really a device that helps us walk or aid in our mobility beyond a scooter, bike, longboard.. So I've got an idea of a tread like attachment to your feet for an extra boost for walking. You still have to walk but the motor will assist and increase your speed while walking.
Question: I'm looking for a motor that'll be powerful enough yet compact enough.... This is the best I've found so far. https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F232964282593
I'm needing around 200rpm on a 2.5" wheel that'll actually be a driver of tread the entire length of your shoe. I'm planning on using aluminum at first and I can upgrade to stainless steel then titanium if needed.
I'm concerned the gear motor won't have enough torque once you take a step to keep accelerating you beyond the speed you can normally walk at... And then I cant really find a motor small enough (1.5-2" diameter) that'll probably enough torque at about 200rpm...
Any ideas???
