Observed arrival · 2026-09-13
MowGen Turns a Riding Mower Into a Generator
A concept for replacing a riding mower’s deck with a generator that uses the mower’s existing engine and drive system.
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MowGen is presented as a deck-replacement generator for riding mowers, using the machine’s existing engine, belt-and-pulley drive, mounting points, and throttle controls. Its stated sequence is mechanical rather than software-based: remove the deck, install the generator, then drive the mower to the work site. The concept is aimed at both 120/240V emergency backup and remote corded-tool use, with examples including saws, drills, and hedge trimmers. The site traces the idea to generator failures observed after Hurricane Ian near Lake Wales.
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