Designer : Vitamins Design

Folding Wheel Design for Wheelchair by Vitamins Design is originally posted on Tuvie

Designer : Oscar Fernandez

The inspiration of Independent Wheelchair Assist (IWA) was this industrial designer Grandfather that has been in a wheelchair for more than 62-years due to accident at the age of 20. As he gets older, it becomes increasingly difficult to transfer himself from wheelchair to a mobility scooter to access his local community and interact with others. This issue happens to be suffered by many wheelchair users as well, therefore, it needs a smart solution to help these people. Independent Wheelchair Assist (IWA) has been designed with intention to provide an alternative device as in the market there are only products that lift the whole body into another device and the price is pretty expensive.

Independent Wheelchair Assist (IWA) : Motorized Add-on for Wheelchair by Oscar Fernandez is originally posted on Tuvie

Designer : Mark Wafforne

The main shell of Velo Modular Handcycle is reaction injection molded from Polyurethane. The consideration of polyurethane was mainly based around it being abrasion resistant. This factor suits the nature of sporting equipment, where multiple individuals will be using this product in one day. Being used for automotive panels and power tool casing, it was evident that the material would handle knocks and bangs that might occur in the sporting world. At the end of life, the polyurethane is ground up and used again, whilst the internals are removed and used again if in good condition.

Velo Modular Handcycle for Wheelchair User Who Wants to Play Sports is originally posted on Tuvie

The unique and minimalist frame structure of this wheelchair is made of low-cost hydroformed industrial steel. It is light-weight as well as aluminum structure models and retains its necessary rigidity by adapting geometries known from bicycles. The flexible PARACORE base-element under an innovative customized seat-shell leads to an unstable sitting experience.

Designer : Felix Lange

The paraplegic who is just able to use the upper part of his body defines abdominals, back muscles and in total all tiny deep muscles of the core body. The interaction of arms and core muscles leads to an upright position and reduces orthopedic damage.

The Paracore-Element of Parafree wheelchair copies the three-dimensional movements of human discogenics. This allows a wider range of interactions. Different designs allow for the foamy element to be covered over with benefits like companion-handlebar, optional back lean or luggage rack. The medical aid product “Wheelchair” thereby becomes an innovative training and minimalist streamlined product.

Tuvie has received “Parafree Wheelchair” project from our ‘Submit A Design‘ feature, where we welcome our readers to submit their design/concept for publication.

Parafree Wheelchair by Felix Lange is originally posted on Tuvie

Comb Multifolding Wheelchair design applies ground-breaking approaches which enables its user to fully adjust this wheelchair for ultimate comfort and convenience of sitting. It is possible to adjust almost everything, from front seat height, rear seat height, front caster angle, back rest angle, backrest height to foot rest length.

Designer : Rudolf Mihu

During the process of designing this wheelchair, the designer also paid attention to details of the exterior design. He wanted to make sure that Comb Multifolding Wheelchair also features stylish appearance and dynamic look, if a car could have a stylish and modern body design, why not a wheelchair.

Comb Multifolding Wheelchair : Fully Adjustable Concept Wheelchair by Rudolf Mihu is originally posted on Tuvie

For added versatility, the design of the wheelchair features an innovative folding mechanism that allows it to be folded up and stored and transported in a vehicle without any need for disassembly. To encourage user independence and promote the user to be physically active, Mobi electric folding wheelchair is controlled similarly to a traditional manual wheelchair; the user pushes on the hand rims. However, force sensors in the hand rims detect the user’s physical exertion and add additional power to the wheels. This means Mobi makes physical movement easier in a similar fashion to power steering in a car.

Designer : Jack Martinich (Monash Uni, Caulfield)

This electric wheelchair incorporates self-balancing Segway-inspired technology that positions that keeps the user in the centre of gravity while balancing on two wheels. The elimination of the need for castor wheels leads to more compact and manoeuvrable vehicle. Rechargeable lithium ion batteries power the electric servo motors located in the base of each of the hubless wheels, giving Mobi a range of approx. 20km with one charge.

Mobi electric folding wheelchair features other notable design innovations intended to make assisted movement a more pleasurable and confident experience. The wheelchair features bigger, 26” tyres for improved comfort. Integrated handrest/wheel guards protect the users’s clothing from tyres. Wider ergonomic pushrims also allow an easier grip. To improve user confidence and safety automatic kickstands deploy when footrests are shifted upwards while standing out of or sitting into the seat.

Dimensions: 700x700x500mm.
Specified Materials: Aluminium Chassis, Polyurathane, ABS plastic.
Model Materials: MDF wood, acrylic paint.

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Mobi Electric Folding Wheelchair by Jack Martinich is originally posted on Tuvie

Designers : Prof. Ying Fangtian, Sun Xin, Peng Junjie, Luo Zhening, Gu Shirong, Qiu Yiwu, and Wu Tianyu

That’s why we consider Wheel+Chair concept is an ingenious design, user can easily attach these components to their existing chair. By utilizing local materials and resources to reduce the production cost, this concept is not only a unique vehicle design, it is also a low-carbon action and an act of care for humanity. The demountable structure makes transportation and distribution easy especially in remote areas.

Wheel+Chair : A Wheelchair Without Chair For Easy Transportation and Distribution is originally posted on Tuvie

Designer : Andrew Mitchell

In this wheelchair, the rider is positioned in such way where the chest is placed in an open position to facilitate better breathing when touring. Ultra Long Distance Wheelchair design enables the driver’s leg to be in a more relax position compared to traditional racing wheelchair, thus minimizing any discomfort. This position also allows the rider to have more options for supporting body weight using a more traditional seating position than resting it solely on the legs.

The innovative design of this wheelchair keeps shoulders over the front edge of the driving wheels while the whole body position can be engaged by the rider to provide maximum power. The chassis of the Ultra Long Distance Wheelchair is a carbon fiber shell with expanded foam core incorporating aluminum structures for extra load spreading. Gold and red accenting along the key performance parts helps draw attention to the smaller details and makes the wheelchair look sporty and aggressive.

Ultra Long Distance Wheelchair by Andrew Mitchell is originally posted on Tuvie

Designer : Cha Inseon

Sliding Wheelchair : Adjustable Wheelchair With Slidable Seat is originally posted on Tuvie

Designer : Facundo Elias

Modern Wheelchair Design by Facundo Elias is originally posted on Tuvie