Honda develops personal mobility device

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Published 3 September 2020

The Honda U3-X is a compact device that fits between the rider’s legs, moving in all directions that Honda says is “just as in human walking – forward, backward, side-to-side, and diagonally”.

Riders can adjust the speed and move, turn and stop in all directions by leaning the upper body to shift body weight on the U3-X.

Honda used its “bibedal humanoid robot” to develop the balance control technology, and create the omni-directional driving wheel system.

Measuring a compact 315mm x 160mm x 650mm and weighing less than 10kg, the U3-X is fitted with a lithium ion battery that can be fully charged in an hour.

Honda plans to showcase the U3-X at the Tokyo Motor Show in October, and will continue research and real-world testing.