The Mobi electric folding wheelchair is a powered mobility device designed to meet the lifestyle requirements of our aging population. Mobi reflects the future of products for an aging population. Stylish and convenient, it offers urban mobility alternative to bulky, generic electric scooters.
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. Unfortunately, this wheelchair is only concept at this moment.
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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Very nice project, and a great model. I love to see wheelchairs being pushed more and more towards the inclusive design route!
I hope you do well with the project from here, and it brings you every success.
i was looking on google for cool and stylish wheelchairs and this caught my eye instantly i really hope that one day i will great a wheelchair like that
very nice but can you do it as a one arm drive ???
interesting they didn't even bother answering you
interesting people don't bother to read the article stating that this wheelchair is only concept.
how much is this chair?
More info please
Pricing
Specs
Thank you for creating a cutting edge wheelchair!! I would love to test drive it one of these days. Would it be possible to get more info such as cost and when it might be in production in the US?
someone please tell me when this will be available !!!!!!
As innovative as this may be, I can’t help think that it would be better if there was a little more back rest to speak of. No use going around in it if you end up with a backache.
I’m actually a little curious how big the batteries are. There doesn’t seem to be much room for them on this electric wheel chair.
how can I get a hold of this I love it
How can I get this wheelchair please.
Is there a way to buy a wheelchair?
If you can how much is it?
How do you ensure proper way to purchase?
This is what I have looking for and it would improve my quality of life and mobility. Is it available and at what price?
Great desin. Respect to author. I think it is only designer's vision and it will be never available for us. It is better to produce some F16 fighters and other armour then help people in need. This is world of great business and money. People are at the other end.
Brilliant!
That’s innovative! I’m sure these wheelchairs can help many persons with disabilities. Keep it up!
people in wheelchair across the world have said they want one and whats the cost and no one is answering them, thats not right if its not for sale y put it up as it is teasing those who want it / need it , i myself want one now, and would like to know how much , a response would be nice.
Please respond with a price and time frame. This wouldCHANGE OUR LIVES as a family. Please respond with some info.:-)
I need one now, it only take you 30 seconds to reply of your time, thanks.
It's only concept
Well it's brilliant. Please develop it or sell the idea to a developer. Im a PT. People need this. Maybe a tricycle with a basket too btw :).
i'm 68, been in a 'chair for 30+ years now. (victim of a random stabbing). may i PLEASE be first in line when it gets beyond just being a concept? such a beautiful dream you have here… the potential market for something like this is mind-boggling ! if i had millions, id be honored to invest. as it is, however, i can only offer to volunteer
to test drive and promote…
looks amazing, I'll buy one when it becomes available..
Tuvie. Is it not possible to get this chair into production? There would be a strong market for it. I'd place the first order and the other 100 people behind me will form an orderly queue! Julijana
I don't even need a wheel chair, and I want one.
こんな車椅子が日本にもあったら楽しいのにな！
When will this wheelchair be produced, what will it cost, and where will it be available for purchase?
How can I order one?
Im interested. What’s the price on this?
I’m Lino pena I’m interested mobi
What’s the bottom price?
I just spoke to the representative and they said it’ll be out in December of this year and they don’t accept insurance and the price starts at $2200, cheap
Dear Edie
Can you give me contact of the representative please.
Thank you
would love one of these for my husband and my son. When will they be out?
Looks great, is there a dealer near Dodgeville, WISCONSIN 53533 where I can test drive one of these? If not, how about Madison, WISCONSIN, or Dubuque, IOWA? Look forward to hearing back from you, Kelly
Do you have a dealer near Dodgeville, WISCONSIN 53533?
I am a Veteran of the US Army& AirForce and I presently battling with MS which means mobility issues abound. This is an awesome piece of innovative hardware Jack, and like everyone else I’m definitely interested in purchasing your product. Please let me know how can we gain access to this chair.
Im from sudia arabia you can send to my
This is amazing. Hope it will be out in the market really soon.
I hope some one can buy one for my brother :'(
I written you many times with not any response. Look, i reallt like this MOBI ORANGE WHEELCHAIR, Id like it all black, whatever! Id luje ti dinate me this chair so i can win a wheelchair race with, sale me one ill come to u i just need a fair price so respins asap thanks MICHAEL CHATREAU
Hi
Any chance that this "concept" will one day be built and sold?
It looks a bit like a segway hack… I love the see-through wheels!
Am interesting in this product, please send me the price. Thanks
Incredible publish an article like this and not give any answer to those who really need it, it's very unfortunate.
jack
please make contact
[email protected]
Formidable,génial
merci de me contacter
prix ?
Congratulatiosns from madrid,
Could send me a paper catalogue of this electric chair?
My address:
Abelardo García Linares
Tomillo, 5, 3, C
28109 Alcobendas
MADRID
SPAIN
Thanks a lot.
Abelardo
I’m so glad to see this thank you for doing things like that thank you. You see I the most loving grandchildren they are three of them woooooo. The oldest is13 and the twins are 10 you see one of the twins has Spinelbiffle and we treat him like the others but he would give almost anything to do the things his brother could do. If he had one of your wheels that’s what I call his chair so could please send me a catalog and prices please at po box 532 Blue Springs , Strawberry Plains,Tenn. 37871. Thank You and may the Lord Bless y’all
Pricing please
Please send me your products details and offer to my mail [email protected]
Regards,
Mostafa Soliman
Hi, awesome invention, I had an idea, that, maybe the wheelchair could fold up to half of the thickness with a few adjustments, I.e. the seat folds into the inside of the wheel and so would the foot rest. Additionally the back rest could become the carry handle. Good luck with your fantastic work.
I’m very interested in the chair but havnt heard a response from my emails can you please contact me at(407) 221-0802 or [email protected]
Thanks thomas
I need one of these were can I get one
I'm very interested in the chair. Please send me more information, as price. [email protected]
This is lovely. Please send price details.
And is it available to Australia?
How much? I love it and i need one ,i dont have a lot of money but i ll do my best for get one, so lovely I’m Mexican I’d live in Chihuahua
O this would help me with a very kind elderly lady that only has 1leg. And I have lupus and can’t put her wheelchair in and out of my car. If it is affordable she could actually leave her house that could be so wonderful :-). Price please?
Such an awesome wheelchair design! I love it! I will be needing a wheelchair in a few years or sooner. I hope you will have it in production soon. You’re pretty awesome Jack, keep up the good work !