Development of smart bicycle/ Maricar M. Canemo, Arvin John M. Oraye, Brian Joshua A. Romero, Grant Arvin R. Santiago, and Karl Renzo L. Tamayo

Thesis (undergraduate) --

College of Industrial Technology: Bachelor of Engineering Technology major in Electrical Technology Technological University of the Philippines, 2022

Bicycles are common modes for transportation as a response to limited options for public transport. Along with increasing popularity, comes an increased number of cycling-related nccidents that affect daily traffic. Despite their durability, traditional bicycles lack safety measures to ensure the protection of their rider. The study aims to develop a road-safe bicycle using innovative technologies to reduce cycling-related accidents. The study introduces modern advancements to the traditional bicycle such as rechargeable batteries, programming, and sensors. It also improves on the overall design of the traditional bicycle, e.g. by including lights and fixtures, to ensure road safety. The project was developed by equipping a standard bicycle with accessories such as lights, a horn, and a bicycle lock initiated by the smart helmet. Rechargeable batteries are connected to renewable power resources such as solar panel and hub dynamo to power up devices and accessories equipped to the bicycle continuously. Test results had shown that the solar panel and hub dynamo equipped in the bicycle was able to recharge the batteries installed. All accessories attached to the bicycle is functional, as well as the battery which can gave the accessories around 11 hours of running time. As a result, the bicycle became a road-ready vehicle, lessening the risk of accidents for cyclists. The use of programming and sensors made the bicycle more efficient and user-friendly. The prototype was evaluated by forty two (42) respondents and obtained the mean score of 4.29 which has the descripting rating of Very Good. -- Author's abstract