Magnetic Fly Wheel: The story of a super wheel

The proud innovator with a demo

of the Magnetic Fly Wheel.

After all the interviews I had planned were done, an opportunity came to visit one more innovator. I of course embraced this opportunity and we went together with my friend Abrar to Mehsana where we met with Babi Liyakt. Generating energy from movement, he has developed many innovations related to improving the efficiency of wheels of all kind of vehicles. Introducing his innovation, he said that for a vehicle to move it needs fuel, a break and efficiency. With his wheel, a vehicle requires less fuel but is more efficient.

His innovation is basically a metallic wheel attached to the wheel. Through the rotating magnetic field of the attached wheel, the wheel of the vehicle rotates even without an engine. It is very impressive to see. The innovator told stories about how physicists from top universities were amazed by his innovation.

Nevertheless, the innovator has not received support and is  struggling to scale his innovation.  For the other entrepreneurs support has meant access to independent testing facilities, access to a wider network through and financial support. Unlike the other entrepreneurs I have met, Liyakt has not received an award, which gives credibility and self-confidence. The entrepreneurs have also found someone to turn to when they face challenges in operating the business and someone who could listen to their worries related to the business. Liyakt is lacking all of this.

The black part right next to the 

wheel is the Magnetic Fly Wheel.

But Liyakt is not giving up. The biggest supporters of Liyakt are his family. During the interview, we met his son and nephews, who are either studying or have already completed education and are now working. They are able to help through their studies in Physics or help with English and thus international sales.

Liyakt is also conducting tests using his own means. He has paid rickshaw drivers and hired a truck to test the fuel efficiency with and without his additional wheel. He is using the product on his own scooter. Therefore, he is always able to demonstrate to guests and interested listeners. So far, the sales channel is Facebook and they have sold a few hundred wheels across India. Soon they hope to start also international sales as they are getting orders from abroad as well.