Carmen observed the posture characteristics of human walking, and realized that the reason why human can walk steadily and upright is that the sensitive balance organs in the body can accurately judge the change of the body's center of gravity, and then use the leg muscles to balance the dumping situation in real time through the immediate reaction of the cerebellum. Therefore, when the human body leans forward, this involuntary reaction will prompt the human body to stretch out a foot and step forward to balance the body. Therefore, through this movement cycle of leaning forward, stepping forward, stepping forward and stepping forward, it constitutes a "walking" action.
So Carmen tried to replace human vestibule, cochlea and other balancing organs with sophisticated gyroscopes, and replaced human feet with motors and wheels, and developed the so-called "dynamic stability" concept. Jiao Sheng obtained the patent right of this technology for commercial sales in the medical field, and established independent technology to sell iBOT.
Different from the high-priced power wheelchair specially provided for the disabled or the weak, Carmen further thought that it was no problem to give the same concept to ordinary people with normal movements, so the concept of Segway was born. 1July 27, 999-Carmen founded Acros LLC. Its main purpose is to develop and produce an efficient and pollution-free means of transportation by using dynamic stability technology, and to start developing new products. The plan code is "Jiang".
February 5438+0, 2006-The new R&D and manufacturing plant broke ground in Bedford, New Hampshire, USA.
200 1 1 1- The company name was changed to Segway LLC. During this period, the news about this brand-new trans-generational transportation concept has already spread all over the world, but few people know the details.
20065438+012.3-The prototype of Segway HT was officially released, claiming to be the first self-balancing car in human history.
June 5438 +2002 10-The first Segway pre-production car was launched.
February 15, 2002-New Hampshire, where the company is located, passed a state bill to allow Segway, an electric personal assistant mobile device, to drive on the sidewalks in the state. Through Segway's lobbying everywhere, before the end of 2002, 3 1 states in the United States passed legislation to allow EPAMD to be used on sidewalks.
March 2, 20021day-Segway HT i 167, the first mass-produced product, officially left the factory. And this memorable production car naturally became Dean Carmen's personal collection.
March 29th, 2002-Amazon became their FIRST dealer, and published the tender for the first three mass-produced random cars on Amazon's website, so as to raise funds to set up a non-profit foundation named "First for the inspiration and recognition of science and technology" and encourage more people to join the ranks of invention and creation. Finally, the cars 1, No.2 and No.3 of Segway HT were sold at high prices of 160, 104, 100 and 100.06 respectively.
April 23, 2002-The municipal government of Atlanta, Georgia purchased a batch of new cars from Segway, making the city the first official user of this new car. Users include the Atlanta Central Ambassador's Guard, the Atlanta Regional Council, the Georgia Electric Power Company and the Atlanta Police Department. Staff use Segway HT to perform tasks every day, and then many official units at different levels have followed suit.
165438+20021October 8th-Segway HT the was awarded the Best Invention Award in the New Science Field of the Year by Popular Science Magazine. Popular Science magazine evaluates thousands of new products and inventions every year and selects the most outstanding and breakthrough technical products in the world. Segway HT is one of the award-winning products of 100.
2002 165438+ 10/8-Segway officially launched the pre-order activity on Amazon. Com, and began mass production and sales to the general public. At the same time, a pre-holiday Segway car delivery activity was held. 30 lucky people could receive their Segway before Christmas, and they could also get the opportunity to visit Segway headquarters and have dinner with Dean Carmen.
June 2003 65438+1October 65438+June-Keolis, a French private transport company, signed an agreement with Segway to develop a plan to use Segway as a public transport in France. In addition to setting up Segway rental service points in railway stations and airports all over France, it also includes an innovative plan called "Station Oxygène è ne è ne", which is expected to set up a rental network of Segway convenience cars and other zero-pollution vehicles in major cities all over France, so that passengers can rent cars from one place to another, return them from one place to another, and rent suitable vehicles only at time pricing, so as to reduce the air pollution problem caused by urban personnel transportation. The company's plan was realized in mid-2003, and Dijon City Tourism Bureau was its first customer, and it began to provide Segway cars for local tourists as a tool for city sightseeing. In addition, you can rent a Segway car as an alternative to walking in the pedestrian areas such as the Champs Elysé es and La Dé fense in Paris.
February, 2003-DARPA, which belongs to the U.S. Department of Defense, signed a contract with Segway Company to convert 65,438+05 Segway convenience vehicles into a mobile robot platform (RMP), so that relevant research institutions can serve as a stable and low-cost platform for robot system development. Soon after, the Space and Naval Warfare System Command (SPAWAR) in San Diego, California, which belongs to the US Navy, also followed up and purchased 14 RMP, which was distributed to various government and university research units as a platform for robot research projects. This is a derivative case of Segway's practical application in military and technological development.
August 28, 2003-Chicago, Illinois gathered 200 Segway HT users and fans. The first Segway Carnival will be held here. This festival was initiated and organized by Segway HT users. This ceremony is mainly to celebrate the perfect experience brought by Segway HT. Fans from all over the world also participated in the Segway Carnival (2004) held in Florida. In 2005, locations included Sacramento, California, Washington, D.C. and Bedford, New Hampshire, which was Segway's headquarters.
65438+2003129 October-Segway reached an agreement with Brookstone, a large American household goods distributor, to become Segway's first nationwide physical sales network, hoping to save Segway's promotion position, which was limited by the virtual sales model of online mail order at the initial stage of listing.
March 22, 2004-The company announced the expansion plan of American distributors in 2004. Attract qualified dealers to be responsible for the promotion, sales and maintenance of the company's series of products and components. In August 2006, there were more than 100 authorized dealers in the United States. There are more than 150 retail stores selling Segway HT except the United States. March 30, 2004-Segway fanatic group announced the formal establishment of Segway fanatic organization in the United States. This group has enriched Segway HT's independent driving experience. Local organizations in various countries organize group driving activities, including Segway HT Polo, and provide users with opportunities to enjoy the experience. Segway co., ltd. The purpose is to maintain and expand the freedom of members, which can be achieved by means of transportation like Segway HT, and at the same time strengthen the community's sense of identity with Segway products. In July 2006, Segway Co., Ltd. There are more than 40 local organizations in 20 countries with about 3,900 members.
June 2004 5438+ 10-The US Department of Transportation and the Federal Highway Administration released a research report. The topic is: the characteristics and safety of emerging road personnel. The report points out two types of people on the road: motor vehicle users and non-motor vehicle users. Segway HT ranks second in the shortest braking distance, the best visual height, the smallest floor space and the fastest response time. Segway HT meets or exceeds all the regulations of the National Highway Transportation Bureau on bicycle management.
In 2004, more than 65438+1October1kloc-0/2-120 dealer representatives attended Segway's first dealer meeting. The location was chosen in Florida. International distributors from French, Italian, Korean, Kuwaiti and Taiwan Province province of China attended the meeting.
In 2004,165438+1October 29th Time magazine rated the Sagittarius concept car as165438+1October 29th magazine's best idea in 2004.
June 2004 5438+1October1-Segway released a four-wheel concept car named "Segway Concept Centaur", which is the first four-wheel Segway car.
165438+20041October16th-A motorcade named "America at 0/0 mph 10 mph" completed the attempt to ride Segway from Seattle to Boston and cross the American continent.
March 1 day, 2005-Segway released three new derivative models in one breath, including a special version of Segway off-road vehicle (XT) and golf transport vehicle (GT).
September 2005-Segway Co., Ltd. changed from a limited liability company to Segway Co., Ltd.
June 5, 2005+10/October 7 -Segway intends to transfer its smart mobile technology to a third party. At the same time, we are going to use this technology to develop products with other manufacturers.
On June 5, 2005+February 6-February 2005-a ceremony attended by tens of thousands of people was held in Disney World Park. The theme is: Segway Hiepcot Travel. Participants can enjoy themselves in the park by driving Segway HT within two hours. The time is set before the garden opens to the outside world.
February 7, 2006-Segway became the official licensee of the 2006 Winter Olympics in Turin, Italy. Twenty Segway HT special editions were produced for the Organizing Committee of the Winter Olympics, and each member of the Organizing Committee was given a Segway HT and SE model for use in three Olympic villages in Turin, Cestrieres and Bardonnet.
August 2006-Segway products officially entered China and landed in Beijing! Segway is the only agent in Chinese mainland.
August 2008-Segway appeared at the Beijing Olympic Games, attended by Jackie Chan, and announced the progress of security work to the outside world. In order to ensure the safety of the temporary facilities of the Olympic Games, improve the inspection efficiency and the ability to deal with emergencies quickly, a high-tech intelligent and environmentally friendly scooter is specially equipped for security personnel.
June 5438+10/October-Guangzhou Lingdong officially took over the distribution rights of Segway in Chinese mainland and became the general agent of Segway in China.
2008165438+1October-Doug Field, chief technology officer of Segway, was hired by Jobs as the vice president of Apple's industrial design department.
Note: Tesla, a well-known American electric vehicle manufacturer, said that the company will hire Doug Field, vice president of Apple's MAC engineering department, as vice president of the automotive department, responsible for new car development.
May 2009-In order to meet the professional needs of legal personnel and security personnel, Segway Company launched a brand-new patrol mode. This car has better safety performance, can better ensure convenience and meet the commuting and safety needs of police officers.
On February 24th, 2009, 65438+ Segway was acquired by jimi heselden, an outstanding British entrepreneur. The company is still privately owned.
2065438+00-On March 24th, Segway introduced the project name EN-V project to tourists at the Shanghai World Expo in China. This project comes from the prototype of P.U.M.A in this concept. Segway cooperates with General Motors, and * * * describes the blueprint for the use of vehicles in 2030. The prototype of EN-V is a conceptual two-person car, which solves the problem of urban traffic congestion with advanced power, super connectivity and perception, and is also very environmentally friendly and full of fun!
2065 438+0 1- Segway Company has developed a new business model and created the Segway Experience Center Project. This new project provides a wealth of Segway cruise ships, belonging to Segway Company. As an officially authorized Segway cruise contractor, they have the right to choose whether to sell Segway or not.
20 1 1 March, 2008-"Travel to America" was officially launched. The parade plan includes visiting the police station, showing the characteristics of Segway parade, and allowing the police to test drive Segway within the scope of work. The 9-month cruise * * * traveled 36,000 miles, visited 120 police stations in 39 States, and gained a lot of meaningful media exposure.
201165438+February-Ten years after Segway first appeared in Good Morning America, Segway celebrated its 10th anniversary with the theme of "flexibility".
20 12 65438+ 10-Segway's global agents and distributors have grown rapidly to 250. There are 80 experience centers around the world to provide customers with quality products, services and Segway cruise experience. The international network includes three professional after-sales service centers in the United States, Germany and Singapore.
2065438+02-Segway Exploration Smith Institution-the largest museum and research institute complex in the world. This is the only case in American history where national mall and the National Museum are connected by personal transportation.
2065438+February 28th, 2003-Segway was acquired by SSI Segway. The company issued a statement, and plans to distribute the product portfolio and promote personal mobile tools around the world.
2065438+March 6th, 2003-Segway announced that it will develop three-wheeled personal mobile tools for the public safety market. The new product will greatly enhance the quality and value of Segway.
March 20 13 13-Segway appointed Michael Casey as its chief engineer. He will manage daily engineering operations and guide the expansion of Segway's product portfolio.
2065438+May 6th, 2003-Segway Company appointed Rod Keller, an experienced executive, as its president. He is a president with rich sales and marketing experience. He will reorganize the company and lead the company to recover.
2065438+2003 65438+2003- Seg-Free specially developed by Guangzhou Lingdong for Segway has been listed. You can control the foot control accessories through your legs, flexibly control the steering, and loosen your hands, which is of milestone significance.