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I really do hope pegasus wheelchair is going to be mass produced, it will help a lot of disabled people moving efficiently. Compared to manually operated wheelchairs, pegasus is trying to break the image of the old wheelchair by combining electric drive motor with gyroscopic sensors to help the driver to move not just forward and backward but also in an upright position. The problem left would be the balance issue, since this is still a concept, there is no detailed description on how this pegasus wheelchair will handle that.
Source : Porsche Design Studio
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18 Responses to “Pegasus WheelChair Concept”
By Bannaga on Sep 28, 2007 | Reply
A more streamlined and refined version of Segway’s iBot Wheel Chair. Great Post!
By Charleen on Sep 28, 2007 | Reply
Dream on! Nice concept, but balance is the most crucial aspect. People who have a disability that affects their mobility do NOT have good balance. So if they didn’t address this issue first, they have a long way to go. Also, I have heard of people (who did not have a disability) falling from a Segway. So I’m not holding my breath, sorry!
By Jennifer on Sep 28, 2007 | Reply
There is a similar concept wheel chair that was at the prototype stage last time I saw it on TV… a tri-wheel design (total 6 wheels) It could climb stairs and also had a standing mode where user was lifted to their former standing height. If that design did not make market share, I very much doubt that this one will.
This concept looks too flimsy…. I agree … Segways are not stable enough for this purpose. There are a lot of raskel type devices out there for the light wheel chair need. Never say never, but the demand for this product might not be there.
By John Q on Sep 28, 2007 | Reply
Perhaps part of the frame its self could be the actual battery? - It could be the receptacle for rechargeable lithium-ion batteries and if the lower framework assembly were used in such a manner it would significantly lower the chairs center of gravity. The seat, seat back, and armrests could incorporate one of the new thin-film solar materials for recharging. An optional umbrella or surrey style top of similar materials could be offered to increase recharging capability and shade at the same time.
By Jackiecan2 on Sep 28, 2007 | Reply
I don’t care if its flimsy…I want one anyway…..but I’m thinking I’ll have to sell some body parts to afford one LOL Have a great one people!!!;-)
By Daryl G on Oct 1, 2007 | Reply
Charleen: The iBot wheelchair uses gyroscopic control systems to handle balance. The user does not have to have good balance, the chair’s control system balances on its own. The chair is able to raise the user to a “standing” height, climb stairs, etc. If falling over was an issue, iBot would not be in business.
For more info on the iBot wheelchair, see
http://www.ibotnow.com/about-ibot.html.
By Dafin on Oct 1, 2007 | Reply
Great concept!
- needs more work though, esp. with the balance aspect!
By Alex on Oct 1, 2007 | Reply
I agree with daryl.
umm.. see ibot
http://www.ibotnow.com/about-ibot.html.
By Alex on Oct 1, 2007 | Reply
oh, and here is another revolutionary wheelchair.
it was developed by high school students!
http://team357.org/media/Video/InvenTeam/inventeam_medium.mov
By bud on Oct 1, 2007 | Reply
Great Concept!
Back when the Segway guy did it.
By JoeKasmoe on Oct 1, 2007 | Reply
@Charleen,
Don’t be sorry, you dont even need to hold your breath. Manufacturers and inventors don’t need your permission or blessing to create new ideas and inventions.
I’m sure that this kind of additional mobility is great if someone needs it, even if there is a risk of them “falling off”.
I’ve also seen some mobility restricted people have more balance kayaking than some able bodied people,
By Nature Wallpaper on Oct 1, 2007 | Reply
It’s almost like a segway but not really, that is pretty cool!
By Handicap accessible ownz on Oct 1, 2007 | Reply
Off the cliff!
By Denny on Oct 1, 2007 | Reply
The balance issue depends on one’s level of injury and whether the SCI is complete or incomplete. I’m T12/L1 incomplete and have good trunk muscles so balance is not an issue for me.
By ramesh on Jan 11, 2008 | Reply
Looks great. Balance might be an issue with some but I’m sure there are a lot of differently abled who have great control with their superior upper body strength. Overall, weight might be a factor here though, for taking in and out of one’s vehicle.
By pent on Mar 20, 2008 | Reply
hello…
your design looking interesting for handicap people and easier for them…
I’m a student that involve in design a new wheelchair for handicap people…
for the new wheelchair,i need to using solar energy..
can you suggest to me a new design for wheelchair..?
By Kim on Apr 27, 2008 | Reply
If anyone is thinking about getting an ibot i suggest they read this report. The ibot was tested before being released on the market but as you can see it was a very limited study and people suffered injuries from the chair falling.
http://www.cadth.ca/media/pdf/293_stairclimbingstaircase_cetap_e.pdf
By John on May 13, 2008 | Reply
Excellent chair. I wonder how far you got on the balance issue. I have a son with cerebral palsy and this chair intrigues me. I have an idea that may help you. If you still read this blog and you interested, write me and we’ll discuss it.
Thank you