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Reader Submitted: An Electric Scooter Designed for Short-Distance City Travels

RunOn is an electric kick scooter that helps passengers move short distances (up to 5 km) in an urban city center.

The main design goals were portability, aesthetics and usability. RunOn has maximum speed 25 km/h and battery strength 10 km route consisting of one deck, two front wheels and one rear wheel, a lean-to-steer mechanism, a steering and an electric system (rechargeable battery, motor, controller). The main target group consists of men and women aged 25-45 years old with a stable income who tend to lean towards high quality or luxury objects. Due to the target audience’s preferences, RunOn uses simple forms and geometry.

3 editions

Black carbon, white carbon, wood

Back isometric view

Reflector, hub motor

Bottom view

Lean-to-steer mechanism, battery compartment

Detailed front view

Folding mechanism

Minimising the height of the handlebar and bringing it down to snap close to the rear wheel.

Front isometric view

Detailed back view

Parts

Portable form

Side isometric view