WindWheeler: A wind-powered vehicle.
Amersfoort, the Netherlands
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1057
Published: 2023-07-28
Fatbike
Quad
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The WindWheeler is a recumbent quad or Velomobile that is not only powered by human and electrical power but is also wind-powered by means of a wing sail. At wind propulsion, the maximum speed is controlled by using proportional regenerative braking (Cycle Analyst combined with the Baserunner controller), so you never go faster than the maximum speed and at the same time, you regenerate wind power to recharge the battery.
![WindWheeler is based on the Northern Light 528. The electrical system was replaced by a DD motor (MXUS XF40c) and the Baserunner L10, and a Cycle Analyst for optimal regeneration.](/pub/media/project_gallery/projects/8b9e794a/windwheeler-a-wind-powered-vehicle/main-section/main-section.jpg)
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![WindWheeler is based on a TridentTrikes Stowaway. The rear wheel is replaced by a module with two wheels for more stability. The electrical system is a Crystalyte G series DD motor, Baserunner Z9, and a Cycle Analyst.](/pub/media/project_gallery/projects/8b9e794a/windwheeler-a-wind-powered-vehicle/main-section/main-section_2.jpg)
![WindWheeler is based on a TridentTrikes Terrain with four fat wheels. The electrical system is a Crystalyte G series DD motor, Baserunner Z9, and a Cycle Analyst.](/pub/media/project_gallery/projects/8b9e794a/windwheeler-a-wind-powered-vehicle/main-section/main-section_3.jpg)
![The wing of the WindWheeler can be folded down for storage.](/pub/media/project_gallery/projects/8b9e794a/windwheeler-a-wind-powered-vehicle/main-section/main-section_4.jpg)
![The two WindWheeler rear wheels are on one axle with a Samagaga differential. The DD motor drives the differential with a chain.](/pub/media/project_gallery/projects/8b9e794a/windwheeler-a-wind-powered-vehicle/main-section/main-section_5.jpg)
![The WindWheeler can be stored in an upright position to save storage space.](/pub/media/project_gallery/projects/8b9e794a/windwheeler-a-wind-powered-vehicle/main-section/main-section_6.jpg)
Additional Info
https://windwheeler.com