Finally, proof that we’re not alone – where else could the design of this INgSOC hybrid bike come from but an advanced alien species? The INgSOC combines the aerodynamic shape of a triathlon bike with flexible handling and hybrid tech to create a wild-looking chainless bike that runs in three modes: battery-powered, battery assist, and battery charge mode, where the user powers up the battery by pedaling.
Allegedly the bike was designed by Edward Kim and Benny Cemoli, but we’re not entirely convinced. The INgSOC’s frame is constructed from carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (also widely accepted to be of extraterrestrial origin). A battery powers the motor as well as a headlight and rear tail lights, plus an iPhone charging dock for, you know, phoning home. What do you think of the INgSOC? Check out the sharp details on this bike in the gallery below.
+ Edward Kim & Benny Cemoli
Via Yanko Design
woah… way to reference orwell with the bike title!
This is the coolest thing I’ve seen this year. Where do you get one and how much does it cost?
Pretty, unique & efficient!!!
I love the fantastical look. That hubless design would be interesting to see in mass operation.
This is a fantastic concept. However, upon looking at the details of the pictures, this is only an expertly crafted CGI (I can tell by the designs plus the iPhone was the real bait that got me noticing). Nonetheless, I would love to see the physical concept model in action.
Fun to look at! I’d really like to see how you change a flat…Still not sure its a good idea to watch TV while riding your space bike.
Does it have a kickstand and a basket
Hybrid Bike is great designed toy need to be simplify and practical in order to sell.
This concept’s been around for years. I prototyped a hubless full suspension back in 2004. The engineering development costs for the drive and rim race are intimidating. I’m still waiting for a ridable model.
The best improvement to the design would be a gyro sensor that would automatically kick the bike into battery recharge mode when going downhill.. Otherwise it loooks awesome.
Beautiful but ineffective:
http://www.lowtechmagazine.com/2011/05/bike-powered-electricity-generators.html
“You have to pedal 2 to 3 times as hard or as long if you choose to power a device via electricity compared to powering the same device mechanically”
I think it is great but I am amazed at all the negative comments. Instead of being positive some people are just venting their frustration and inability of doing something or creating something.
Instead of hammering people who are creative and who reach a result, do something on your own, put it on the web and then we are talking.
have a cool day
Will it be made in China like an Iphone?
Hubless wheels mean it is not a working prototype. Nothing to see here folks, only a guy with some graphic skills and no understanding of physics.