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Mission Statement: Keen Mobility develops, produces and distributes innovative, functional and attractive devices that empower individuals by enhancing mobility - bringing greater independence and providing new opportunities. Vision Statement:Keen Mobility focuses on changing the lives of individuals by providing greater mobility. Greater mobility provides increased freedom, self-esteem, and an opportunity to give back to society. Keen provides these benefits by providing a superior product that is lighter, safer, healthier, and more cost effective in the long term.
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History of Keen Mobility Founded by Vail Horton after graduating from University of Portland in August 2001 The first prototype was a senior class project.
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Early Prototypes
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Standard Crutch Keen Navigator Crutch
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Keens Other Products
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Project #1 Redesign of Navigator Crutch to allow easier storage while traveling Requirements and Constraints Lightweight Secure Consumer Appeal No Loose Parts
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Project #2 Design of Enhanced Stability Cane Requirements and Constraints Lightweight More Stability than regular canes Ergonomically Correct A fashion Accessory instead of a medical device Height Adjustable Consumer Cost is important
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Project #3 Design of Manual Wheelchair Requirements and Constraints Users hands stay clean!!!! Lightweight Adheres to current wheelchair standards Ergonomically Correct Looks good Maintenance Free
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Teams will have complete freedom in designing the products including economic analysis and market research. Deliverables: detailed drawings, B.O.M., Economic Analysis, Working Prototype Limited financing of Prototypes available Rewards: Patent recognition (?) Career Opportunities (?)
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Any questions? Thank you
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