Product Idea – “Tool Mule”
I have an idea I’ve been kicking around putting on kickstarter, but have sat on it too long. Thought I’d see what others thought on here, and if the idea gets stolen, oh well, – at least I could buy one for myself 🙂
I once saw a solo surveyor using one of the electric power assist golf carts to pack stakes, paint, flagging, etc while he staked curb and gutter. Got me thinking if that idea could be expanded into a purpose-built tool to help people that have to carry things for their work.
I know Boston Dynamics has been developing several robotics platforms that could have limitless uses. We may even be riding robotic mules before too long. But it would be cool if we could just have a robotic tool hauler. Look at the payload capacity and range of the larger Segway Scooters. The X2 SE has a 12 mile range and max payload of 260 lbs (I’m sure that impacts range, though). If I could survey 6 miles in a day I’d be setting records…
Just think if we had a self-balancing platform that could haul over 100 pounds of supplies/tools, providing charging ports, even help pull or push up steep terrain, etc.
I know we all encounter obstacles that would present challenges at times, especially water. But I think a tool like this could present tremendous benefit, not only to surveyors but to anyone that uses tools on a project site. I’d buy one.
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