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carl_dungeon
lemmy.world

I like this idea from a practical getting into shape prospect. I got an under desk elliptical but I really wish it was setup to charge a phone or battery- then I’d really feel like I was getting something tangible out of the work put in.

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HubertMannereply
kbin.social

Yeah I feel like it could be a nice motivator. Like can I do it enough to be the sole source of my phones charge.

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teft
lemmy.world

The process of filling the empty tanks to 100 psi takes 5-10 pedaling sessions per day for roughly a week.

Eeesh.

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lemmy.nz

Compared to 5 minutes when using electricity, it really puts things into perspective.

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neutronicturtlereply
lemmy.world

Generally for extended periods you would pedal with something like 100 - 200 W while small electric compressors seem to be in > 1 kW region (and don't get tired as quickly :D).

So basically with pedal power you could feasibly run some led lights and portable electronics but anything beyond this is not practical.

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