2002 Segway Human Transporter
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The Segway Personal Transporter is the brainchild of Dean Kamen. Introduced in 2001, this personal mobility device was touted as the next great transportation revolution. This 2002 model "i" weighs 83 pounds, has a speed of 12.5 mph, and a range of 8-12 miles. The Segway uses sophisticated electronic gyroscopic sensors and microprocessors to maintain balance and respond to operator's commands.
The Segway Personal Transporter is the brainchild of Dean Kamen. Introduced in 2001, this personal mobility device was touted as the next great transportation revolution. This 2002 model "i" weighs 83 pounds, has a speed of 12.5 mph, and a range of 8-12 miles. The Segway uses sophisticated electronic gyroscopic sensors and microprocessors to maintain balance and respond to operator's commands.
Artifact
Electric vehicle
Date Made
2002
Creators
Place of Creation
United States, New Hampshire, Bedford
Creator Notes
Designed by Dean Kamen; manufactured by Segway, Inc. in Bedford, New Hampshire.
Keywords
United States, Michigan, Dearborn
Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield Village
On Exhibit
at Henry Ford Museum in Driving America
Object ID
2004.75.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Fiberglass
Plastic
Rubber (Material)
Metal
Color
Black (Color)
Yellow
Gray (Color)
Red
Dimensions
Height: 49 in
Width: 25 in
Depth: 20 in
Weight: 83 lbs
Inscriptions
Printed on lower front: SEGWAY Sticker on handlebar column: Walbridge Aldinger / 4 On label near footbed: SEGWAY CE / 100-240 VAC; 50-60 HZ; 2A
Specifications
Make & Model: 2002 Segway human transporter
Maker: Segway, Manchester, New Hampshire
Maximum speed: 12.5 miles per hour
Maximum load: 260 pounds
Range: 8 to 12 miles
Weight: 83 pounds
Height: 49 inches
Width: 25 inches
Depth: 20 inches
Price: $4,950
Average 2002 wage: $31,001
Time you'd work to buy this vehicle: : about 2-1/2 months
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