A strange form of locomotion ; Two " Dynaspheres " , one electrically driven ( left ) and the other moved by a petrol - motor . " Dynasphere " wheels , it is hoped by their inventor , Dr JA Purves of Taunton , Somerset , will revolutionise modern transport . They were recently tested on Brean Sands near Weston - super - Mare . The 10 foot wheel revolves and the driver ' s seat remains at the bottom by its own weight . The wheels are said to be capable of 30 mph . 1932

A strange form of locomotion ;  Two " Dynaspheres " , one electrically driven ( left ) and the other moved by a petrol - motor . " Dynasphere "  wheels , it is hoped by their inventor , Dr JA Purves of Taunton , Somerset , will revolutionise modern transport .  They were recently tested on Brean Sands near Weston - super - Mare .  The 10 foot wheel revolves and the driver ' s seat remains at the bottom by its own weight .  The wheels are said to be capable of 30 mph .  1932 Stock Photo
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Smith Archive / Alamy Stock Photo

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2Y65AYE

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4850 x 3384 px | 41.1 x 28.7 cm | 16.2 x 11.3 inches | 300dpi

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3 August 2017

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