Frederick Sparber wrote: > Harry Veeder wrote: >> >> Here is an example of "little speed bumps" generating >> electricity. >> >> http://www.kinergypower.com/index_files/Page452.htm >> >> >> Harry >> >> > The last time I drove over a concave speed bump aka a "pothole" it > cost me a tire and a new wheel. I guess I was going too slow Harry.
I suppose it is concave, but this version, called the Electro-Kinetic Road Ramp, is slightly convex. Diagram (1.4 MB) http://www.hughesresearch.co.uk/Pictures_Videos/Pics/Ramp_1/ Full_Ramp_Guide_Thumb.jpg Frequently Asked Questions http://www.hughesresearch.co.uk/FAQs.htm > At 60 mph (0.088 ft/millisecond) against a wheel drop distance of > 1/2 * 32.2 ft/second^2 * 0.001 second^2 = 0.0161 ft or 0.193 inches > for the first 0.088 feet or 1.056 inches of initial pothole width.(not > counting > the downward thrust of the wheel by the springs ). > > This GSU URL will guide you through bigger concave speed bumps "Potholes". > with the free fall and trajectory calculators. (spring-shock absorber > contribution not included) > it covers it all. > > http://hyperphysics.phy-astr.gsu.edu/hbase/traj.html > > KinergyPower is coming from your gas tank-wallet. The oil interests will > endorse it too. :-) > > Fred Before you jump to conclusions about the value of such devices, please read the FAQ above. Harry
