Congratulations, Dr. Yogesh Bhatiaji
( MD and CEO – LML Electric / info@lmlelectric.com )
Context :
LML to make electric comeback with e-Hyperbike in Sept '22: / TOI / 16 April 2022
Extract :
The return of LML is being orchestrated by SG Corporate Mobility ( SGCM )
For technology and products, LML Electric has entered into a collaboration with eROCKIT, Germany
LML E-Hyperbike is expected to bear similarities with eROCKIT of Germany
The company will unveil 3 products on 29th Sept . The 3 products include the LML E-Hyperbike, e-bike and an electric scooter
The first launch in India will be E-Hyperbike , which will be a premium electric motorcycle offering pedal-assist
Based on the German product’s specs, we estimate the E-Hyperbike to offer around 120 Km on a single charge with a pedal-assist
The motorcycle is expected to have a top speed of 90 KMPH with about 20 HP of power
During the same time, LML will start the deliveries of an electric cycle ( e-Bike )
Interestingly, LML Electric will adopt a swappable battery model for its products to start with
Yogesh did not disclose any specifics but he told us that the company is working out a unique solution for the customer wherein she might not have to worry about charging at all
While we aren't sure what the unique solution is, it could be a combination of fast-charging coupled with home delivery or location based delivery of swappable batteries
From eROCKIT website :
The eROCKIT®
eROCKIT, the unique pedal-powered electric motorcycle. The innovative, clutch-free direct drive of the eROCKIT intelligently adapts to the intuitive pedal control.
The operation is very simple:
The human is pedalling and bike multiplies his muscle power many times and makes the driver happy with an indescribable, magical driving experience.
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MY TAKE :
Dear Shri Bhatiaji,
Congratulations !
As far as the daily transport needs of millions of Indians are concerned, cars / taxis / rickshaws , are prohibitively expensive
For them, the choices are :
# Public Transport Buses / Metros ( mostly run by local municipalities / grossly
inadequate / poor frequencies / crowded / expensive )
# Privately owned Bicycles ( Selling for Rs 10,000 – Rs 20,000 )
But, for a daily 20-30 Km round-trip to workplace, pedalling is tiring – especially when we do not have separate / dedicated “ Bike Tracks “
However, if an ordinary bicycle can be “ married “ to a battery powered electric motor, that would be an ideal solution
Of course, provided the selling price of such an e-Bike ( without the Battery ) , is around Rs 20,000 / - and that swappable battery can be taken on a “ lease rental “ of Rs 1 / Km ( with battery needing replacement after 1,000 Km – approx. 2 months )
That realization made me send the following e-mail to our Cabinet Ministers :
Ø A Radical Radial Revolution ! …………………[ 18 Aug 2016 ]
Ø
Extract :
Here is an opportunity ( or a threat ? ), for India's " Organized / Large Scale Bi-cycle Manufacturers "
Cambridge ( USA ) based GeoOrbital has come out with a unique bicycle wheel for replacing the Front Wheel of any standard ( 26 " / 28 " ) existing bicycle , to convert it into an " Electric Bicycle " in ONE minute and without any tools !
Changing back to original Front Wheel of your vintage bicycle , will also take no more than ONE minute
GeoOrbital Front Wheel carries a 500 Watt DC motor / a removable Lithium-Io battery / Wheel lock and a Motor Controller ( a simple thumb activated throttle, which is easily clipped onto your handlebar )
Battery needs 3 / 4 hours to recharge ( depending upon capacity ) but gets Regenerative Charge when you pedal !
It will give a range of 20 miles ( 50 miles if you pedal for exercise ) with a speed of 20 MPH ( without pedaling )
Launched in May 2016 , bulk deliveries will start in Feb 2017 . Overseas orders will be accepted online @ $ 800
If this GeoOrbital front wheel was to be manufactured in India ( in a Joint Venture with GeoOrbital ? ) , then I believe , the selling price could be brought down to Rs 10,000 / - ( opportunity for Indian Bicycle Manufacturers ? )
Dear Shri Bhatiaji,
I hope LML Electric comes up with a solution similar to GeoOrbital – but far less expensive , which millions can afford
If you do, I strongly believe that , just like recently announced “ Electric Bicycle Subsidy Scheme “ of Delhi Government, all the State Governments will come out with similar schemes
Thanks for thinking about the ordinary citizens’ transport needs
Your revolutionary solution will vastly contribute, not only decongesting urban transport but also greatly contribute to reduction in Air Pollution
With regards,
Hemen Parekh / hcp@RecruitGuru.com / 19 April 2022
Related Readings :
Ø Thank You, Shri Kailash Gahlotji ………………………[ 08 April 2022 ]
Ø Congratulations, Bhavish Aggarwal …………………[ 22 March 2022 ]
Ø TVS buys EGO : Will HERO buy GEO ? …………….[ 17 Sept 2021 ]
Ø A Sensible Solution ……………………………………………[ 03 Sept 2017 ]
Extract :
Ø Construct 40 Meter wide , light-load-carrying ( LLC ) roads over all the railway tracks in Mumbai ( may be totaling 100 Km ? ) , exclusively for bicycles ( not for those 17 lakh motor-cycles )
Ø These “ Overhead Bicycle Tracks ( LLC = OBT ) “ could be covered with roofs made of TESLA’s Solar Roof-Tiles , to generate Solar Power .
Ø In Gujarat , some irrigation canals have been covered by Solar Panels , in order to generate power and reduce water-loss due to evaporation
Ø With TESLA Roof-Tiles { https://www.tesla.com/
Ø Besides generating Solar Power, the slanting roofs over LLCs , will prevent the train tracks below from getting flooded during heavy rains .
Ø Rain-Water-Collection gutters along both sides of the roof will enable “ Rain Water Harvesting “
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