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Finding the Best Wheelchair

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Gone are the days when wheelchairs had giant build, and someone had to push them around all the time manually.

Similar to the outdated cars, innovative options introduced by technological advancement have replaced the older designs. You can now browse through an entire spectrum of electrical wheelchairs, folding power wheelchairs, racing wheelchairs, and compact power wheelchairs.

Companies are focused on making wheelchairs that have an appealing design, high voltage, portability, and compactness. Thus, an ideal wheelchair will provide the most comfort and convenience. [Read more…] about Finding the Best Wheelchair

Robots, robotics and the disabled population

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Despite it being 2020, there’s a section of the population that’s often overlooked or misrepresented – the disabled population.

A section that encompasses a wide range of disabilities, many individuals fall under this umbrella. However, many are overlooked or misunderstood, you only have to look at the TV to see how disabled people are being shut out.

Due to this, navigating day-to-day life for many disabled individuals can be difficult.

However, with the advancements in technology over the decades, with everything from wheelchair accessible vehicles at places like Allied Mobility, to the advancements in prosthetics and education, things are improving.

And, this could improve further with the help of robots and robotics. [Read more…] about Robots, robotics and the disabled population

ANA and Panasonic partner to test self-driving electric wheelchairs at Narita Airport

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Japan’s largest airline All Nippon Airways (ANA) and Panasonic Corporation are to work together to test self-driving electric wheelchairs, as part of a plan to increase mobility and accessibility at Tokyo Narita International Airport.

Incorporating robotic elements, these wheelchairs will be capable to safely navigate through the airport independently, making them an ideal mobility solution for passengers connecting flights.

Since Narita Airport is an international hub, many travellers must walk a long distance to reach their connecting flights.

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