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   The Electromagnetic Drive is a system for electrically propelling a bicycle or   
   other vehicle by placing permanent magnets on the rim of the wheel or wheels,   
   and having one or more electromagnets placed adjacent to them to drive the   
   wheel. A working    
   geometry is provided between an electromagnet and permanent magnet, which   
   allows for electrically driving the wheel of a vehicle such as a bicycle with   
   enough power to eliminate pedaling. A sensor unit senses the positions of the   
   magnets relative to the    
   electromagnets, and applies appropriately timed pulses of electricity to a   
   interface. The interface amplifies the pulses from the sensor and inputs them   
   into the electromagnets. Permanent magnets mounted on the wheel create a high   
   efficiency force    
   between the electromagnets and the permanent magnets. Because of the light   
   weight, it adds little extra effort for the bicyclist when the drive mechanism   
   is not engaged. As a supplemental feature, circuitry is provided for   
   recharging batte   
    ries, while the bicycle is coasting down hill or stopping.   
      
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