Improving Mobility of Wheelchair Users in City Environment Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Plzeň
Presentation Schedule Problem description Solutions found Interdisciplinarity & next steps
Problem Description Imagine that… You are not able to use your legs You have to use a wheelchair You would like to enjoy longer trips in nature at the bicycle paths (20 km +) And you do not have a solution which: Is easy to construct and use Is easy to maintanance Fits to your specific needs
First Steps What do we need? Speed control Direction control Place where the wheelchair is located Safety equipment Engine
Basic Idea Front wheel with electric engine Platform for wheelchair Handlebars with controls Rear wheels with brakes
Final Solution
Cooperation Good construction by constructers Nice design by designer Usefull suggestions from students of Faculty of Health Care Studies Limits of different disabilities Physiology
Next Steps Presentation at the Days of Science and Technique Presentation for wheelchair users
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