The ConferenceBike is a 7-seat human powered vehicle created by artist Eric Staller and manufactured in The Netherlands. One person steers and all may pedal . The bike has a circular jointed drive-shaft and rack & pinion steering. In most countries, it has the same legal status as a bicycle. There are now over 300 ConferenceBikes in 18 countries.
Video Conference Bike
Purpose
The ConferenceBike is used primarily for tourism, and used as a team building tool at corporations and university campuses. Google Inc. has nine bikes in use for transportation and team building on their campus.
The Washington, D.C. Veterans Health Administration Medical Center has a ConferenceBike that was donated by Eric Staller's father. It is used by employees and veterans for recreational and fundraising events.
Maps Conference Bike
Specifications
- Length: 2.50 m (8 ft 2 in)
- Width: 1.80 m (5 ft 11 in)
- Weight: 220 kg (490 lb)
See also
- Outline of cycling
- Party Bike
References
External links
- Official ConferenceBike website
- Eric Staller Design Patent
- Personal website of Eric Staller
Source of the article : Wikipedia
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