Hoverboard Overview
What is a Hoverboard?
A hoverboard is a powered skateboard that has two wheels. It is used for personal transportation. A hoverboard is a portable and rechargeable device that is powered by Lithium-ion batteries. Hover Boards have space for resting the foot. For riding the Hoverboard, one requires to learn balancing and stiff grip on the foot.
The first idea about the Hoverboard was given in 1967, but the product gained popularity after the launch of the film “Back to the future” in 2015. After the release of the movie, Hoverboards have become the trend across the world for self-propelled mobility. From the year 2019, hoverboards are in common practice for personal transportation.
How does a hoverboard work?
A question pops up in our mind when we think about Hoverboard is, how does it work? If you are new to this technology, you may think a person just stands on the Hoverboard, and it starts to move, and a rider may require a little balance. But that’s not all!
The Hoverboard has many components that work together to make the ride possible. These components are:
- Battery
- Microprocessors
- Motor
- Gyroscope
Hoverboard Battery
The Hoverboard is powered by a rechargeable Lithium-ion battery. These batteries are quite large to provide a constant power supply.
There is no standard in hoverboard batteries, but the best ones have a charge capacity of 4400 mAh. These batteries can provide the output voltage of 36 Volts that is essential to make the hoverboard motor work.
This battery pack has 11 stacks, and each stack has 2 pieces. That means a hoverboard battery collectively has 22 cells.
Hoverboard batteries are replaceable. Once you thing, the hoverboard battery has stopped functioning, you can replace it with a new battery.
Hoverboard Battery life
Hoverboard battery can last for 3 to 4 hours if you are using is constantly. The battery consumption also depends on the speed you maintain on the Hoverboard. The hoverboard battery will last for 3 to 4 hours if you are going with a speed of 15 miles per hour. However, it is important not to waste extra energy of the battery to increase its work time.
Hoverboard Micro Processors
Micro Processor is one of the essential components of a hoverboard. These processors control the power supply to the wheels. They regulate the power supply coming from the battery and pass only the required amount of power that can make the wheels move.
These microprocessors in hoverboards have Over Current Protection (OCP) that prevents the power loss from the battery. It saves the extra energy that can be dissipated without usage.
Hover Board Motor
The motor of the Hoverboard is made up of pure copper wiring. Copper is a conductor of electricity; for this purpose, it can start to process quickly and also consume low power.
The motor constantly provides the energy to the wheels, so the rider does not lose his balance, and there is no reduction in the speed.
Hoverboard Gyroscope
Gyroscope is used to adjust the tilts of the Hoverboard. Tilts refers to the direction in which you would like your Hoverboard to go. The tilt function in the Hoverboard works when the rider slightly shifts the weight on foot in the desired direction.
The gyroscope can also adjust the speed of the Hoverboard. For the trainee, the speed is adjusted to lower, so there is less chance of getting hurt.
The professionals can increase the speed of up to 15 miles per hour.
Hoverboard Bluetooth
The Hoverboard has advances 4.2 Bluetooth connectivity that can help you connect your laptop and smartphones with it. The speakers in the hoverboards can help you play songs will you are riding on them.
Different brands have added different features to the basic design of the Hoverboard.
Hoverboards in Pakistan
Epikgo is producing electric skateboards, also known are hoverboards in Pakistan.
Best hoverboards available in Pakistan are:
- Mono Cruiser Hoverboard 6.5 inches
- High-quality Lamborghini Graffiti Hoverboard
- Dual wheels Hoverboard with LED lights
- A1 Smart Balance Hoverboard with Bluetooth connectivity
Restrictions on Hoverboard
Apart from the origination, Hoverboard became popular in the United States of America in 2015 when the celebrities began to appear on the Hoverboard. But later on, due to the increase in the rate of accidents by use of hoverboards, they were prohibited in many areas of the world.
Although the lawyers are working to remove the restrictions on the use of hoverboards around the globe.
Most of the developed countries have prohibited the use of hoverboards in their stats. Name of some countries who have placed restrictions on self-propelled mobility are as follow:
- Germany
- Netherland
- United States of America
- United Kingdom
- Australia
- Hong Kong
- Wales
- Some parts of Canada
Facts about Hoverboard
- Hoverboards were first manufactured in China, by the person named Shane Chen.
- The term hoverboard means something that is not attached to the ground and floats over it. For this reason, people prefer self-balancing devices over walking on their own.
- There are many websites that allow you to buy a hoverboard online. But the best companies all across the world, make Hoverboard on over. The hoverboards have very much demand in the market and sell out very quickly.
- “UL 2722” certificate is needed by hoverboards and other similar luxurious items; they are a green signal for the product. It ensures that the product is safe and fulfills all the essential requirements.
Does the Hoverboard take a long time to charge?
People think as a hoverboard is a luxurious device, it may take a long time to charge. It may take a day or half a day, maybe, but this is not true.
The Hoverboard is completely discharged after being used for 4 hours straight. But that charging time of the Hoverboard is just 1 or 2 hours. After which you can again enjoy your ride.
Are hoverboards difficult to handle?
A question may come in your mind that Hoverboard is difficult to handle or get used to. But according to the research, it is discovered that people who have been using electric scooters and skateboards lately can get used to the Hoverboard in less than ten minutes. This is because these people have good control over their bodies and can balance themselves in no time.
For total beginners, it may take an hour or 2 to get used to the luxurious device. The gyroscope on the Hoverboard can settle the tilts and speed according to the rider. Beginners can set it to the lowest speed to learn how to handle the device.
Can the Hoverboard run on the carpet?
Well, the answer is yes. The Hoverboard can be used on carpets and rugs. The wheels of the Hoverboard are made up of plastic and have a smooth texture that does not get a stick on the carpet.
Although this property may vary between different types of a hoverboard, a good quality hoverboard will have no problem in being ridden across a carpeted room.
Whereas the low-quality hoverboards have wheels with rough surfaces that are not able to work on the carpeted floor. Even if these hoverboards work on carpets, they can be stuck in the fabric of the carpet, which may result in an accident.