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Self-Balancing
Personal Transporters
The Segway is self-balancing vehicle with two wheels
that transports a single person. It was first manufactured
in 2001. The rider stands on a platform and holds onto a
handlebar used for controlling speed and direction. The
Segway works a lot like the balancing robotic base unit in
this kit. Tilt sensors and gyroscopic sensors monitor the
angle of the Segway, giving feedback telling the motors
how to move in order to keep the unit balanced. It is
powered by lithium-ion batteries.
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