When you see White Hall police officers at future community events, they may be “motoring” in a new style.
For a couple of weeks, the department will be testing a relatively new device known as a Segway PT (personal transporter). The electric-powered device, according to Police Chief Richard Wingard, could serve officers at athletic events, the annual Founders Day and Easter egg hunt.
“The officers love how (the Segway) handles,” said Wingard, who added that he’s exploring grant opportunities than might finance the city’s purchase of two Segways, including one especially designed for off-road use.
“The Segways will benefit the police department in man areas,” said Wingard. “The cost for an overnight charge is only 25 cents, so there is a huge economic advantage.
“Due to public interest, Segways are a great evenue to interact with children and adults in our city.”
In 2001, Dean Kamen announced Segway’s arrival as the first self-balancing, zero emissions personal transportation vehicle. Founded on a vision to develop highly-efficient, zero-emission transportation solutions using dynamic stabilization technology, Segway’s research and development was focused on creating devices that took up a minimal amount of space. The device was extremely maneuverable and could operate on pedestrian sidewalks and pathways.
In 2006, the second- generation Segway PTs were introduced. All the products feature breakthrough “LeanSteer” technology and a wireless “InfoKey” controller that enhance the Segway experience by making the ride even more intuitive and adding new and useful functions.
When you see White Hall police officers at future community events, they may be “motoring” in a new style.
For a couple of weeks, the department will be testing a relatively new device known as a Segway PT (personal transporter). The electric-powered device, according to Police Chief Richard Wingard, could serve officers at athletic events, the annual Founders Day and Easter egg hunt.
“The officers love how (the Segway) handles,” said Wingard, who added that he’s exploring grant opportunities than might finance the city’s purchase of two Segways, including one especially designed for off-road use.
“The Segways will benefit the police department in man areas,” said Wingard. “The cost for an overnight charge is only 25 cents, so there is a huge economic advantage.
“Due to public interest, Segways are a great evenue to interact with children and adults in our city.”
In 2001, Dean Kamen announced Segway’s arrival as the first self-balancing, zero emissions personal transportation vehicle. Founded on a vision to develop highly-efficient, zero-emission transportation solutions using dynamic stabilization technology, Segway’s research and development was focused on creating devices that took up a minimal amount of space. The device was extremely maneuverable and could operate on pedestrian sidewalks and pathways.
In 2006, the second- generation Segway PTs were introduced. All the products feature breakthrough “LeanSteer” technology and a wireless “InfoKey” controller that enhance the Segway experience by making the ride even more intuitive and adding new and useful functions.
