Japanese design studio Quantum has been a driving force in design and the latest progression is its Wheeliy 2.0 wheelchair. It was made with the collaborative help of medical equipment manufacturer Molten. The second iteration of the chair ensures lighter weight and more seamless use. The studio notes that "Wheeliy 2.0 is a wheelchair that further evolves the concept of the previous model of achieving unrestricted mobility in society."
The overall weight of the wheelchair has been reduced and elevated by simple mechanisms that make moving around much easier. The Wheeliy 2.0 comes in the range of eight kilograms, which makes it lightweight and eases mobility. To create the mainframe of the chair, the studio used magnesium and carbon fiber for the wheels.
Transformable Lightweight Wheelchairs
Quantum Designs the New Progressive Wheeliy 2.0
Trend Themes
1. Lightweight Mobility Solutions - The development of lightweight and portable mobility solutions continues to provide opportunities for innovative designs in the assistive technology industry.
2. Collaborative Medical Equipment Design - Collaborations between medical equipment manufacturers and design studios present disruptive innovation opportunities for creating better and more seamless assistive devices.
3. Transformable Wheelchair Design - The development of transformable wheelchair designs that aim to achieve unrestricted mobility in society can pave the way for future innovation in the mobility and accessibility industry.
Industry Implications
1. Assistive Technology - The assistive technology industry can continue to improve and innovate by developing lightweight and portable mobility solutions for individuals with disabilities.
2. Healthcare - The healthcare industry can benefit from collaborations with design studios to create better and more innovative medical equipment for patients, including assistive devices.
3. Carbon Fiber Manufacturing - The use of carbon fiber in wheelchair manufacturing presents opportunities for innovation and disruption in the carbon fiber manufacturing industry.