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assisted pedal rickshaw (MAPRA )
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MAPRA |
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| Our data from discussions with
rickshaw pullers in many cities
revealed that with a small battery
driven motor attached to the
improved rickshaw, it may be
possible for the puller to go
uphill with ease. Besides easing
his burden, he can pull the
rickshaw to a greater distance
thereby increasing his income.
Consequently a motor assisted
pedal rickshaw (MAPRA) has been
built and tested. A patent has
been filed on it. NARI can offer
complete technology of MAPRA to
interested entrepreuners. |
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Attributes
of MAPRA:
- The rickshaw can take two
passengers on a 10% hill at a
speed of 8-10 km/hr. On level
roads it goes at 14-16 kms/hr.
- It goes 40-45 km per charge.
The batteries are charged
overnight by a stand alone
charger.
- Weight of rickshaw is 129
kgs including batteries.
- The cost of MAPRA is
presently Rs. 27,000/-.
However on mass production it
is envisaged to be Rs.
21,000/- .
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