pedal power

Bicycle's energy source

Pedal power is energy generated by human legs operating pedals, especially on a bicycle.

The term appears in discussions of sustainable transportation and exercise: She commutes by pedal power year-round.

It can also describe pedal-driven generators or mechanisms: The blender runs on pedal power.

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Motor's output capacity

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environmental impact

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Low-mileage vehicle

diesel truck · SUV · muscle car · jumbo jet

technological complexity

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Fuel-igniting mechanical powerplant

automotive technology · jet engine

Family

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Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G