Sustainability: Implementing Bicycle Promoting

Generators for Renewable Energy for People at The

Nazareth School

Concept Paper presented to

the class of Tr. Wella Mae Largo

In requirement for

Empowerment Technology

Prepared By :11 STEM – B Charity

Members:

Elobert B. Garcia

Lenard Matthew O. Cullarin

Kym Andreus A. Maligsa

Ralph Andrew G. Calalo

Mairen Nicole M. Coronel

Daphnee Rheign L. Bahia:

Jacob Marion Eustace P. Alongalay

Karl Louis L. Macatangay

Mark Twain C. Defeo

Our bicycle generator has been designed with the primary aim of generating

energy through manpower, ensuring that it not only avoids contributing to pollution but

also promotes sustainability through its eco-friendly nature. We selected this project

because of its remarkable capacity to generate energy in an incredibly efficient and

straightforward manner, thanks to its human-powered mechanism. By harnessing human

effort, we're able to minimize environmental impact while maximizing energy production,

thus paving the way for a cleaner and more sustainable future.

With our device, promoting cycling as a way to generate power improves public

health by encouraging physical activity. It provides a chance to work out while producing

renewable energy at the same time. This can further provide people with further ideas

about how to deliver a much more friendlier environment for the community. As well as

enhance the knowledge of people about the generation of energy and foster awareness

of the consumption of energy in our community.

Unlike other generators powered by fossil fuels, they produce a lot of noise and

especially pollution. Our device, bicycle generators produce electricity without emitting

harmful greenhouse gases or pollutants. This makes them a cleaner and more

sustainable option, contributing to efforts to reduce climate change and air pollution.

Because they don't need fuel purchases, bicycle generators have low running expenses.

They depend on human power, which is cheap and sustainable.

Our mission is to have an echo friendly device that is a renewable electricity

generator to reduce energy costs and provide good health to teachers and students. As

It can be used to exercise while generating power for various purposes like providing

emergency electricity.

Vision

Our vision is to provide awareness in the utilization of energy. And encourage the

mass in physical activity while generating electricity. To reduce the consumption of energy

and lessen the pollution. To promote an eco-friendly environment with the effort and unity

of the people we can bring a clean and organized community.

Purpose

This concept paper aims to produce energy by using manpower, also it is

sustainability due to its eco-friendly nature. As well as this approach fosters a clean and

responsible environment and it invrease the activity for a better personal health.

Balancing the harmony between individual and environmental vitality.

• To develop eco-friendly energy solutions by leveraging physical exertion for

sustainable power generation

• Innovate clean, renewable, and cost-effective methods for electricity generation

• Improve cardiovascular health and muscle strength through energy-producing

activities.

• To decrease energy costs and reliance on traditional sources by implementing

alternative methods.

• To showcase sustainable practices through practical demonstrations of energy

generation and utilization.

Description

In the vicinity of The Nazareth School campus, bicycle generators will be tested

within various areas such as classrooms, common spaces, and outdoor facilities. These

generators aim to provide a sustainable and cost-effective source of electricity, offering a

renewable alternative to traditional power sources and reducing carbon emissions.

Additionally, the use of bicycle generators encourages physical activity among students

and staff, promoting improved cardiovascular health and muscle strength.

These generators serve as an educational tool to raise awareness about

renewable energy and sustainability, fostering environmental stewardship within the

school community. Ultimately, students, staff, and the broader school community stand to

benefit from the implementation of bicycle generators, contributing to the school's

commitment to sustainability and serving as a model for other institutions.

Bicycle-Powered Charger

“One of the most common energy consumers being small electrical devices such

as cellphones” by Alexandra N. Howell (2021). Our senior design project addresses this

issue via a bicycle-powered charger system designed to operate similar to a normal

commercial bicycle trainer while concurrently mitigating dependence on outlet electrical

energy for charging. Generally, this study aims that this bicycle generator is designed for

charging.”

Cite: Alexandra N. Howell (2021) Bicycle-Powered Charger Honors Theses AY 15/16

By Ali O. Shaban (2011) the purpose of this senior project is to design, build, and

be able to present a mechanism that will produce AC power using the mechanical energy

produced by a person pedaling a standard bicycle. Also, I would like to be able to show

the user and the audience the advantage of using compact fluorescent bulbs, and in doing

so, make them more conscience of energy-saving products.

Cite: Ali O. Shaban (2011) Bicycle-Powered AC Generator eesp/82

Synthesis

The study “Bicycle-Powered Charger” shows us how pedaling a bike can create

electricity to charge our gadgets, his study is more on charging our gadgets and then for

Ali O. Shaban’s study is about creating AC power using the bike generator. On the other

hand, our study is all about helping people but not just by charging their gadgets but
 helping them to reduce the energy consumption in their houses by using our generator to

provide electricity, like powering the lights and other utilities inside the house.

Theoretical Framework

Input Process Output

-Innovate clean,
renewable, and cost-
effective methods for
electricity generation

-Improve cardiovascular
health and muscle
strength through
energy-producing
activities.

-To decrease energy

-To showcase
sustainable practices
through practical
demonstrations of
energy generation and
utilization.
Output – prototype

Using a bike generator at school is a great idea, it lessens the electric bills by a

little but provides the best when talking about fitness, you can exercise while providing

the school with some electricity. Students can learn that you can provide some electricity.

Using small things, they can learn a lot about how things work.

Support (Badget)

Materials for the (Prototype)

•Bike •Motor •Light bulb •Zip tie

• Wire •Rubber •Metal

Estimated Price of the Bicycle generator is: Php900 – 1200

Materials in (Real Life)

•Bike •V-belt •Battery •Motor •Metal

•2x4 Wood •Diode •Wire • Perforated plumbers steel

Estimated Price of Bicycle generator is: Php2000-3000

This is our TikTok page, feel free to watch our videos about the announcement,

updates and information for our bicycle generator. There's more you can find some

information and our progress about some future upgrades and new features. For more

information every day/week follow us and stay tuned for the amazing changes. Don't

forget to contact us if you have any concerns or any feedback.

Reference

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Questionnaire

1.How do you think applying physical effort by utilizing energy producing activities can

benefit the community and individual?

2.in your opinion, what are the effective ways to decrease the use of traditional fuel

sources and energy cost using alternative methods?

3.How reliable do you perceive the durability and longevity of the bicycle generator

prototype to be?

4.In your opinion, how environmentally sustainable is the use of the bicycle generator

prototype compared to conventional power sources?

5.Do you think the use of bicycle generators regularly would benefit you?
Summary and analysis of data

Benefits of physical efforts in energy production

The analysis suggests that applying physical efforts, such as using energy-producing

activities like a bicycle generator, offers several advantages. These include improving

physical health for individuals and contributing to the improvement of the ecosystem by

reducing harm to the environment.

Effectiveness of alternative energy sources in reducing energy costs

Respondents indicate that utilizing generators like a bicycle generator can effectively

decrease energy costs and reduce reliance on traditional fuel sources. This not only saves

money but also lessens environmental damage caused by fossil fuel consumption.

Durability and longevity of bicycle generators

The durability and longevity of bicycle generators depend on the quality of materials used

and proper maintenance. If constructed with durable materials and well-maintained,

bicycle generators can last a long time, as indicated by respondents.

Environmental sustainability of bicycle generators

According to respondents, bicycle generators are environmentally sustainable compared

to conventional power sources because they produce renewable energy, are eco-friendly,

and help reduce the environmental impact of fossil fuel usage.

The findings suggest that the bicycle generator prototype could have a significant impact

on TNS students. By promoting physical activity, generating clean energy, and enhancing

awareness of renewable energy sources, this study and its prototype offer visible benefits

for student's health and environmental consciousness.