The Korea Institute of Machinery and Materials, also known as KIMM creates a new electric wheelchair that operates with robotic functions. The chair has a mechanism that helps users climb stairs and even stand upright with assistance. The main focus of the chair is the assistive technology that encourages comfort and adaptability in various environments.
The central base of the wheelchair is made up of two modules including stair-climbing modules at the bottom and a standing module at the top. The stair-climbing design is made to stay retracted when it is not in use to keep a sleek visual. When there is a flight of stairs, it is lowered and maintains a horizontal level at the seat to move one step at a time.
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What's Driving This Trend
- Robotic Assistive Technology
- The KIMM's electric wheelchair incorporates robotic functions to assist users in climbing stairs and standing upright.
- Comfort and Adaptability
- The wheelchair's main focus is on enhancing user comfort and adaptability in various environments.
- Sleek Design
- The chair's stair-climbing modules are retractable to maintain a sleek visual when not in use.
Who This Affects Most
- Assistive Technology
- The innovative wheelchair design falls within the assistive technology industry.
- Healthcare
- The wheelchair's focus on user comfort and adaptability aligns with the healthcare industry's goals.
- Mobility Equipment
- The robotic wheelchair design is part of the mobility equipment industry.
