GIG Performance develops a regenerative power system for the trucking industry, utilizing the Roadkil 5000 to capture and convert vertical energy lost during travel into usable power. Their Dynamic Variable Transmission enhances efficiency by providing an infinite-speed gear shifting mechanism, reducing energy waste and improving vehicle range.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
Electric vehicles face challenges related to range limitations and energy inefficiency, particularly at varying speeds and due to energy loss from road vibrations. Traditional vehicle transmissions can be complex, heavy, and energy-wasting, while vibrational energy from driving is typically dissipated as heat.
Solution
GIG Performance develops and licenses innovative solutions for enhancing vehicle efficiency and capturing wasted energy. The Roadkil 5000 is a regenerative power system designed to capture vertical energy from vehicle suspension movement, converting it into usable electrical power to extend EV range. Complementing this, the Dynamic Variable Transmission (DVT) offers an infinite-speed gear-shifting mechanism that optimizes power and torque delivery, eliminating the energy losses associated with conventional transmissions. The DVT's simplified design, with significantly fewer parts and lighter weight, makes it universally applicable across various vehicle types and other power generation systems.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes automotive manufacturers, electric vehicle companies, and renewable energy technology developers seeking to improve energy efficiency and vehicle performance.
Features
- **Roadkil 5000:** Converts vertical suspension movement into regenerative electrical power.
- **Dynamic Variable Transmission (DVT):** Provides an infinite-speed gear ratio for optimal power and torque.
- **Lightweight DVT Design:** Weighs approximately 50 lbs, significantly less than traditional transmissions.
- **Simplified DVT Assembly:** Requires only two primary parts, reducing complexity and maintenance.
- **Versatile Applications:** Suitable for electric vehicles, gas-powered vehicles, wind farms, and portable generators.
- **Increased EV Range:** The Roadkil 5000 extends the range of electric vehicles by capturing and reusing lost energy.