BIJLI

Problem Statement

There is a lack of low-cost, off-grid electricity access in many parts of the country. While bicycles are widely used as personal and last-mile transport vehicles, their kinetic energy remains untapped.   

Contributors

Yashika Tijoriwala, Amit Sachan, Balu V., Shrita Pathak, Rushabh Jain, Ishaanee Pandey

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About BIJLI

Solution

  Bijli is a retrofit device that converts the kinetic energy of a bicycle into electrical energy, which can be stored or used to charge devices like mobile phones. Key Features: Can be used while riding or while stationary Stores energy in a battery pack Charges small electronic gadgets Affordable, easy to install on any standard bicycle 

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