Table 1 Specification of soleckshaw, developed by CSIR-CMERI
From: Technology, knowledge and markets: connecting the dots—electric rickshaw in India as a case study
Power source | Solar and human |
Type of drive | Motor-assisted pedal-driven (hybrid) |
Solar panel | 3 SPVS (37 W at 12 V) |
Electric motor | BLDC-type hub motor (240 W, 36 V) mounted on the front/rear wheel |
Charging | Batteries may be charged from the solar charging station or from the main power supply source by battery swapping mechanism |
Battery | 3 deep-discharge-type lead acid batteries |
Transmission | Chain and sprocket drive |
Brakes | Drum and shoe brake on both rear wheels. Brake on motor drum on the front wheel |
Axle | Entire axle is mounted on a separate structure to ensure better alignment of both axles |
Payload | 210 kg (driver and 2 passengers) |