Electric mobility companies are reconfiguring the buzzing urban jungle with innovative two-wheelers that redefine the daily commute. The overwhelming number of new electric bikes and scooters is a response to the growing environmental consciousness that signals a shift towards a cleaner, greener future. However, despite the advancements in battery technology, EV manufacturers still struggle to mitigate some issues - range anxiety and long charging times.
Granted, things have evolved significantly in the EV realm, battery range continues to improve at a rapid rate, and the charging infrastructure has become more widespread, but recharging your vehicle's battery still requires a lengthy period of time. Offering a potential solution to this problem, Hanoi, Vietnam-based Carota Design presents the D05 Electric Delivery Scooter concept which comes accompanied by an automatic battery-swapping platform that aims to alleviate these worries.
Carota Design, a company founded in 2016, comes up with design ideas for a variety of industries, but its main focus seems to be transportation. Their latest concept is an ultra-modern electric scooter designed to appeal to urban riders and last-mile delivery services alike with a utilitarian yet sleek look, two storage sections for parcels, and batteries mounted at the bottom that can be automatically replaced by a robotic system.
What's interesting is that the base-mounted batteries can only be detached from below, so no lifting them up from the top. That’s because Carota has come up with an innovative servicing platform designed to detach the depleted battery packs and replace them with freshly charged ones. All the rider would have to do is park the electric scooter onto the platform and robotic arms would perform the battery exchange in less than one minute.
The battery-changing system is actually the main innovation introduced with the D05 Electric Delivery Scooter. The platform can store up to seven battery packs and promises a quick and efficient exchange process that would allow riders to get back on the road in no time.
Photo: Carota Design
Of course, this is just a concept for the time being, and there are still some concerns that need to be addressed. To avoid shortages and ensure an efficient service, a large number of batteries would need to be available, which poses environmental and safety problems. Moreover, riders could be skeptical about the quality of the replacement battery packs, worrying they could only offer a reduced range.
The battery swapping system is, however, a safer way for last-mile delivery operators to ensure multiple battery packs are readily available when power runs out. And with a bit of tweaking and adjusting, the system could become a viable and sustainable option for individual users as well.
In terms of aesthetics, Carota Design envisions the D05 concept with a minimalist look and just a bit of avant-garde for good measure. The e-scooter boasts an angular silhouette, a low profile, and a utilitarian design. Nonetheless, it's still stylish with a mix of silver and black body components, complemented by neon green accents and a set of futuristic-looking hubless wheels.
Designed to accommodate a single rider, the two-wheeler is focused on functionality, with two storage compartments, one on the front and another on the side-rear part, for your hauling or delivery needs.
All in all, this is a cool-looking concept that we can imagine making it as a production e-scooter. As for the automatic battery-exchange platform, it might be a starting point for a hybrid charging/swapping system that could help make the adoption of EVs much smoother.
After spending a few years as a copy editor, Ancuta decided to put down the eraser and pick up the writer's pencil. Her favorites subjects are unusual car designs, travel trailers and everything related to the great outdoors. Full profile
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