Abstract

A power distribution system for distributing electrical power to battery-powered electrical devices, in particular mobile telephones, comprises at least one power connector for connection to an electrical device of a user whereby to replenish the battery of that device in response to a requirement from the user for battery charging and a locking mechanism configured selectively to connect the power connector to a source of electrical power only in response to receipt of an authorisation signal. The locking mechanism comprises a receiver configured to receive the authorisation signal from a remote server via a telecommunications network.

IPC Classes  ?

• G06Q 10/02 - Reservations, e.g. for tickets, services or events
• H02J 7/00 - Circuit arrangements for charging or depolarising batteries or for supplying loads from batteries
• G07F 15/00 - Coin-freed apparatus with meter-controlled dispensing of liquid, gas, or electricity

Abstract

An electricity generator comprises an electricity generating unit (30) and a stand (35) which, when deployed, supports a drive wheel (20) of a wheeled vehicle (10) clear of the ground and permits it to power the electricity generating unit (30). This allows a wheeled vehicle (10) such as a bicycle to be used for purposes such as mobile phone recharging in remote areas of the developing world where a cheap and/or reliable electricity supply may not be available.

IPC Classes  ?

• B62H 1/04 - Substantially U-shaped stands for embracing the rear wheel
• B62J 6/08 - Tyre drives