Kayoola Solar Bus

Product Description

Kayoola Solar Bus is a 35-seat electric bus that relies on lithium-ion batteries to power an electric motor coupled to a 2-speed pneumatic shift transmission. Its power is supplemented by a solar array on the roof of the bus that increases the bus’ range. It was designed by engineers at Kiira Motors Corporation and is currently a prototype.

Market Suggested Retail Price

$100,000.00

Target Users (Target Impact Group)

Distributors / Implementing Organizations

Kiira Motors Corporation

Manufacturing/Building Method

Mass production^{Interview with representative}

Intellectural Property Type

Trademarked

User Provision Model

Directly from the manufacturer, national distributor, direct sales, or government agency^{Interview with representative}

Distributions to Date Status

None (protoype)

Design Specifications

Specifications: The bus is a 35 seat hybrid bus powered by a 150 kW traction motor whose power is stored in a 180 Ah Li-Ion battery pack. It is capable of travelling at up to 100 kph, with an all-electric range of 80 km plus 12 km solar array range extension. it is equipped with an advanced navigation system. It enables passengers with in-wifi network connection and provides on-board entertainment systems.

Technical Support

Specialized technician with knowledge of electric powertrains

Replacement Components

The seats, vehicle indicators and body parts of the bus are locally available at auto-shops but power-train components must be imported.

Lifecycle

Unknown

Manufacturer Specified Performance Parameters

Unavailable

Vetted Performance Status

Unknown

Safety

Safety features are included on the glass windows according to the product brochure. The seats on the bus have two-point belts to increase safety of the passengers.

Complementary Technical Systems

Solar system and battery pack

Academic Research and References

R. Madanda, P. I. Musasizi, A, T. Asiimwe, F. Matovu, J. Africa, S.S. Tickodri-Togboa, 2013, Model based engineering and realization of the KAYOOLA Electric City Bus powertrain Electric Vehicle Symposium and Exhibition (EVS27)

Matovu, F., Tickodri-Togboa, S.S., and Musasizi, P.I., 2015, Reducing CO2 Emissions in the City of Kampala using Battery Electric Buses, EVS28 KINTEX, Korea, May 3-6, 2015

Compliance with regulations

Product meets IEEE and ISO standards, parts like the tires, lights, indicators are UNBS (Uganda National Bureau of Standards) certified^{Interview with representative}

Other Information

None