{
  "id": 11416704,
  "title": "'Frequently changing or removing the battery is inconvenient to the rider' – Giant Bicycles files patent for self-charging power meter",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/02/frequently-changing-or-removing-the-battery-is-inconvenient-to-the",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-02T09:47:23.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Cycling Weekly",
    "slug": "cycling-weekly",
    "url": "https://www.cyclingweekly.com/products/frequently-changing-or-removing-the-battery-is-inconvenient-to-the-rider-giant-bicycles-files-patent-for-self-charging-power-meter"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Giant Bicycles has filed a patent for a self-charging power meter, addressing the inconvenience of frequently changing or removing the battery in traditional power meters. The self-powered apparatus in the pedal consists of a generator and an energy storage element, which purportedly eliminates the need for a battery. The generator, featuring a stator and a rotor, creates torque as the cyclist pedals, generating DC power that charges the energy storage element. The patent states that this self-charging system would provide a more convenient solution for powering low-voltage devices such as power meters. Although Giant has not yet confirmed the commercialization of this invention, the patent represents a potential step forward in reducing reliance on battery charging for bike electronics. Giant's sponsorship of professional cycling teams suggests that this technology may be tested on future road bikes.",
  "summary": "Giant's patent application looks to offer an interesting solution to cyclists' increasing frustration around electronics on bicycles",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}