Wednesday, May 16, 2012

Forget Segway: Honda introduces new UNI-CUB personal mobility device (w/ Video)

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Forget Segway: Honda introduces new UNI-CUB personal mobility device (w/ Video)
Posted By: Rumor
Date: Wednesday, 16-May-2012 09:29:33

I want to hack one. Can you imagine 40 mph on this thing? First speed bump and it'd be all over.
We've started with 4 wheeled wheelchairs, and now we're down to a one wheeled post. I'm looking forward to my no wheeled flying hover seat.
Rumor
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Honda Motor today unveiled the new UNI-CUB personal mobility device. Featuring a compact design and comfortable saddle, UNI-CUB offers the same freedom of movement in all directions that a person enjoys while walking.
Representing the evolution of the U3-X personal mobility device that Honda announced in 2009, UNI-CUB features Honda's proprietary balance control technology and the world's first omni-directional driving wheel system (Honda Omni Traction Drive System). These technologies allow the rider to control speed, move in any direction, turn and stop, all simply by shifting his or her weight. Since the rider can freely move forward, backward, side-to-side and diagonally, he or she can quickly and easily maneuver among other people.
Moreover, UNI-CUB's compact saddle-style packaging makes it easy for the rider's legs to reach the ground and maintains eye-level height with other pedestrians. This configuration promotes harmony between the rider and others, letting the rider travel freely and comfortably inside facilities and among moving people.


2 comments:

deacon said...

is it just me, or does that thing look like a toilet? I prefer 2 wheels and a handlebar

Anonymous said...

It's a very bad idea for people who are otherwise healthy.

If you are injured, or unable to walk, great idea.

But, you will just get fat if you sit on that thing all day