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Human-powered transport
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Human-powered transport is the transport of person(s) and/or goods (freight) using human muscle power. Unlike animal-powered transport, human-powered transport has existed since time immemorial in the form of walking, running and swimming, as well as small vehicles such as litters, rickshaws, wheelchairs and wheelbarrows. Modern technology has allowed mechanical advantage devices and machines to enhance human-power.
Sherpa carrying wood to Mount Everest base camp
Sherpa carrying wood to Mount Everest base camp
Shopping trolley
Shopping trolley
Skateboards are propelled by pushing (one foot riding on board, one foot pushing on ground) or by gravity
Skateboards are propelled by pushing (one foot riding on board, one foot pushing on ground) or by gravity
Trikkes are powered by shifting the rider's body weight
Trikkes are powered by shifting the rider's body weight
Outline of transport
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The following outline is provided as an overview of and topical guide to transport:
Image: Larousse universel en 2 volumes; nouveau dictionnaire encyclopédique publié sous la direction de Claude Augé (1922) (14596082918)
Image: Larousse universel en 2 volumes; nouveau dictionnaire encyclopédique publié sous la direction de Claude Augé (1922) (14596082918)
Image: Manchester Transport Montage
Image: Manchester Transport Montage