SUBHASH MISHRA
Dhanbad, April 24: A team of four BIT Sindri final year students comprising Ritesh Kumar, Priyashu Malviya, Tej Prakash Singh and Tanweer Ansari of the Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) Department have designed an electric cycle for handicapped using entirely renewable energy sources.
Highlighting the cycle’s features, the students said that it can reach speeds of up to 25 kilometres per hour. Equipped with a 250-watt motor and a 24-volt battery, the bicycle can travel up to 30 kilometres on a full charge.
The battery can be charged using solar power and a dynamo, ensuring continuous operation. “Special feature of the cycle is that it has a password-based security system to prevent theft, as well as a mobile charging capability,” said the team of students.
The students’ team had showcased their innovation project in the ‘Innovation Expo 24’, jointly organized by the BIT Sindri Alumni Cell and Institution Innovation Council for the final year students (semester VIII).
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The projects of 30 teams of students were selected for the final round in which this project ( electric cycle) secured second place in the competition and got the title of Best Final Year Project Award 2024.
Their hard work was recognized and commended by the BIT director, industry experts and faculty members of the institution. They also suggested further improvement in the project.
The project was guided by Prof Aditya Kumar, who provided them with step-by-step support. Beside him, a third-year student Shivanand Modi contributed significantly to the development of this innovative cycle.
The team expressed their gratitude for the invaluable assistance of Dr. M.G. Tiwari, the head of the ECE Department and the Project Coordinator, Dr. Praveen Kumar Sahu.
