This is the proposal by Wai Hoong Leng for the Greener Gadgets Design Competition.
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Currently, green energy/battery rechargers appear to be one of the most intriguing greener gadgets, but they often have drawbacks. People who own a car can recharge their devices via lighter adaptor easily while driving to work, but people who ride motorbikes or bicycles to work may have difficulty. Although there are many green portable energy/battery rechargers on the market, they require cyclists or bikers to carry more equipment, reducing their convenience.
Wind-Helmet integrates the recharger into the safety helmet, allowing the cyclist and biker to carry fewer portable devices while at the same time providing a means for recharging their portable digital products (such as mobile phone, digital camera, MP3 player) while on the move.
The method of producing energy is similar to the modern windmill system, using wind to produce energy via the propeller and a motor embedded at the rear of the helmet. More energy will be stored in higher velocity rides. The helmet consists of a minimum of parts and components, and the top cover can be opened for necessary maintainance.
What an immense idea! I’ve seen pedal powered chargers, but not wind powered. No effort required – Love it!