As we move steadily towards a society where the differently abled can access all the aspects of culture, we're seeing a rise in the number of innovations that make use of modern technology to turn disabilities into manageable issues. Cities and brands around the world are incorporating smart solutions to keep the differently abled moving including accessible public transit and even wheelchairs that are sturdy enough to go off-roading.
The incorporation of the differently abled into all aspects of our culture from advertising to taxis that can easily accommodate a wheelchair. A personal favorite is the JC Penny retail display that incorporated people of all walks of life from the differently abled to those with various body types. Here's hoping the future leads to the further dissolution of differently abled boundaries.
22 Mobility Innovations
From Subway Accessibility Apps to 3D Printed Wheelchair Ramps:
Michael Hemsworth — Aug 15, 2014 — Lifestyle
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Robotic Wheelchair Beds
This Service Robot Makes Wheelchair-Bound Patients’ Lives Easier
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Versatile Mobile Wheelchairs
This Motorized Wheelchair by WHILL Has Three Different Modes
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Inspirational Wheelchair Fashion Models
Danielle Sheypuk is the First-Ever Wheelchair Model
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Wheelchair-Friendly Coupes
This Car for the Handicapped Accommodates Drivers with Disabilities
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Extreme All-Terrain Wheelchairs
The Ziesel Off-Road Vehicle Lets You Shred While Seated
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Off-Road Wheelchairs
The HexHog Offers Wheelchair Users Unprecedented Access Outdoors
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Inverted Accessible Seating
The Slide Wheelchair Facilitates an Independent Approach by its Front
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Ski-Simulating Sit-Cycles
The Sway Recreational Vehicle Imitates the Act of Carving Through Snow
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Realistic Retail Mannequins
JC Penny's Retail Display Mannequins Reflect Diverse Body Types
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Kid-Friendly Wheelchairs
This Ergonomic and Affordable Wheelchair Design was Created For Children
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Trunk Wheelchair Accessible Cars
The Kenguru Lets Drivers to Easily Roll in Through the Rear Door
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Wheelchair-Bound Model Fashion Ads
The Diesel Spring 2014 Campaign Stars Jillian Mercado
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Vivid Mobility Equipment
Simpati’K Set Takes a Fresh and Colorful Design to Uplift Young Patients
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Impact-Indicating Trousers
Bruise Injury Detection Suit Forms Simulated Lesions for Paraplegics
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3D Printed Wheelchair Ramps
The Printable Portable Wheelchair Ramps Make Mobility More Convenient
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Accessible Subcompact Autos
The EQUAL Concept Car Caters Specifically to Wheelchair-Bound Drivers
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Mouth-Controlled Wheelchairs
The Tongue Drive System Provides an Easier Method of Control
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Efficient Aircraft Wheelchairs
POSTA Seat Transfer Makes Travel More Comfortable to the Disabled
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Uplifting Friendship Beer Ads
Guinness Propounds the Virtues of Friendship in its Beer Commercial
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Adjustable Athletic Wheelchairs
The CrossTrainer by Andrew Lowe Makes Sport Participation Easier
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Affordable Child Wheelchairs
Wheelchairs of Hope Project Offers Kid-Sized Wheelchair Options
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Subway Accessibility Apps
The Wheely App Indicates Where Wheelchair Ramps and Elevators in NYC are
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Empowering Walking Sticks
18 Designers Conceptualized Walking Sticks for the Future Selves
Futuristic Imaginative Design Concepts
Toyota Introduces the Unique E-Collection of Products
Multifunctional Transport Buses
The Bubblic Public Imagines the Future of Public Transit
Malleable Wearable Smartphones
The Motorola Adaptive Display Concept Bends to Sit on the Wrist
Accessibility-Focused Self-Driving Technology
Rick Hansen Foundation Partners with A&K Robotics
Self-Installing Exoskeletons
KAIST Develops Self-Installing Exoskeleton for Wheelchair Users
Branded Interactive Parks
Birkenstock's Birkenfields Invited New Yorkers to Slow Down
Accessibility-Focused Product Enhancements
LG's ComfortKit 1.0 Introduces a Thoughtful Solution
Multifunctional Hybrid Electric Bikes
YU ID Presents the Versatile Electric Mobility Bike
Neurodiverse Inclusion Initiatives
LEGO® Group is Championing Inclusivity With 3 New Initiatives
Inclusion-Focused Doll Collections
Barbie's New Doll and Capsule Celebrates the Visually Impaired
Hands-Free Car Innovations
Ford Partnered with the British Deaf Association to Launch an Ad
Intelligent Accessible Light Designs
The Conceptual 'Lamptok' Light Supports the Hearing Impaired
Inclusive Mobility-Focused Fashion
The Adaptable Collection by Will&Well Aims for Inclusivity
Urban Mobility Chairs
Honda Robotics is Testing a Powered Chair Paired with VR Headset Devices
Color Blindness-Exclusive Billboards
TD Unveils a Campaign to Highlight Its Accessibility Adapter
Shapeshifting Electric Rickshaw Scooters
The Surge S32 Has an Interchangeable Body Frame
Sustainable Multi-Person Scooters
Of My Imagination Designs the Hop Vehicle for Urban Spaces
Accessibility-Focused Nature Trail Apps
Able Active Helps Users Find Accessible Trails & Amenities
Accessibility-Focused Packaging Designs
Müller Debuts Accessible Packaging Designs
Kid-Envisioned Urban Environments
The Little Big Playmat Takes a Creative Path to Design Problems
Accessible Train Fleet Designs
VIA Rail Canada Has Introduced a Cutting-Edge Fleet of Trains
Best-Selling Adaptive Apparel
Anthropologie Launches a New Adaptive Apparel Capsule
QSR Sandwich Shop Streetwear
Subway Introduces a Limited-Edition Line of Streetwear
Personalized Footwear Pop-Ups
ASICS Personalization Studio Features LuxCreo 3D Printing Technology
Transit Accessibility-Focused Digital Guides
Metrolinx Debuts Six Digital Guides on MagnusCards
Colorfully Immersive Retail Experiences
Al-Jawad Pike Designs a Athletic Propulsion Labs Store
Accessibility-Focused Home Appliances
LG Electronics Expands Its LG Comfort Kit
Electronic 3D Book Concepts
The bbook Concept is Designed for the Visually Impaired
Two-Person Seesaw Benches
Movember's A Problem Halved Bench Inspires Mental Health Conversations
Dynamic Skateable Architecture Stores
The New Vans West End Location in London is Skateable
Solar-Powered Rail Bus Systems
The RTA in Dubai Presents Plans for Floc Duo Rail System
Accessibility-Focused Sport Bags
Nike’s EasyOn Backpack Offers Dexterity for All Athletes
Affordable 3D-Printed Prosthetics
The 'Lunet' Mechanical Prosthetic by David Edquilang is Advanced
Advanced Adaptive Retail Experiences
Walmart Unveiled New Retail Technologies at CES 2024
Vibrant Multi-Level Office Designs
Gensler Reimagines the Accenture Office Space in Chicago
Upcycled Circular Design Products
Cyrc Designs Expansive Products with Sustainable Themes
Autonomous Interactive Shuttle Buses
The Coach Atoz Shuttle Bus by Disegno T9 is Communicative
Braille Advent Calendars
Purdys Chocolatier Launched an Accessible Advent Calendar
Inclusive Marathon Campaigns
adidas Worked with Marathons to Support Neurodivergent Athletes
Sustainable Showroom Designs
Humanscale's Showroom in Fulton Market is Eco-Conscious
Accessibility-Focused Homewares
The Michael Graves Design x Pottery Barn Collection is Chic
VR Electric Mobility Wheelchairs
Honda Presents the Extended Reality UNI-ONE Wheelchair
Inventive Retail Strategies
H&M is Working to Localize Its Shopping Experience
Accessible Shower Designs
The Showee Eco-Smart Shower Revolutionizes the Showering Experience
Inclusive Digital Platform Experiences
Google Launches More Inclusive Assistance to its Platforms
Pasta Box Tickets
Barilla Turned Pasta Boxes into "Togetherness Tickets" on World Pasta Day
Hopeful Technology Exhibits
Dialoghaus Hamburg Hosts Time Shift - Journey into Tomorrow
Accessible Toothbrush Add-Ons
Landor & Fitch's Toothbrush Accessories Adapt to Individual Needs
Accessibility-Focused Navigation Apps
The Atlas App is a Community-Driven Solution
Retro 3D-Printed Bags
Coperni's CD-PLAYER Swipe Bag Resembles a Portable Music Player
Sleek Robotic Wheelchair Designs
The KIMM Designs a New Self-Controlled Liberating Wheelchair
Inclusive Braille Toy Cars
Mattel Introduces a New Hot Wheels Braille Car
Neurodiversity-Exploring Textiles
Christopher Kelly Explores Crochet with the Interwoven Project
Sleek Artful Accessible Furniture
ThirdKind Presents its Abigail Collection of Furniture
Accessible Christmas Food Magazines
M&S and RNIB Created an Inclusive Magazine for the Holidays
Dynamic Inclusion-Focused Backpacks
Nike's Elite EasyOn Backpack Features a Seamless Magnetic Flap
IoT-Connected Traffic Beacons
This Traffic Beacon Concept Changes According to Needs
User-Friendly Vehicle Manual Ramps
Braunability Introduces the ADA Infloor with Simple Stow™ Ramp
Hidden Disability Toy Figurines
LEGO's New Minifigures Wear Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Lanyards
Turtle-Inspired Sleek Automobiles
Mercedes Benz Presents a Look at the Vision iMobility
Purpose-Driven Popcorn Snacks
Gourmet Popcorn is on a Mission to Create Jobs
Travel-inspired Brand Campaigns
Michelin Launches the On the Road and Beyond! Campaign
Digital Accessibility Job Finders
Accessibility Cafe Helps Users Apply for Specialized Jobs
Digital City-Inspired Art Works
New Digital Art is on Display in Grand Central Station
Accessibility-Focused Coffee Machines
Orlie's Innovative Coffee Machine Upgrade Tackles Barriers
Beach-Ready All-Terrain Wheelchairs
The EcoRover Track Chair Boasts Better Beach Accessibility
Adaptive Senior Fashion
Joe & Bella Specializes in Modern, Adaptive Fashion for Seniors
Accessible Candy Branding
Nestlé Confectionery is Trialling Accessible QR Codes
Physical Activity-Promoting Initiatives
Cadillac Fairview Joins the Canadian Olympic Committee
Comprehensive Travel Navigation Apps
Destination App Integrates Information from Over 800 Sources
Accessible Tourism Applications
Vacayit Incorporates Audio Experiences into Its Platform
Adaptive Art Tools
The Kind Mind Co.™ Emphasizes Accessibility in Art-Making
Accessibility-Focused Pedestrian Systems
Polara Enterprises Debuts the Wireless Pedestrian System
Customized Convenience Retailer Apps
Family Express is Introducing a Personalized App Experience
Enhanced Outdoor Accessibility Initiatives
Hunt Hill Farm is Enhancing Outdoor Accessibility
Apparel Brand Industry Expansions
'Reebok' is Expanding to Enter the Micro-Mobility Space
Accessibility Mapping Projects
Pathfinders Joins University of Iowa for an Important Project
Tech-Focused Delivery Expansions
Best Buy is Now Allowing Scheduled Deliveries in Some U.S. States
AI-Powered Digital Document Accessibility
Adobe Implements Artificial Intelligence for Inclusivity
Mobility Assistive Wearable Devices
WIRobotics Unveils the WIM Mobility Assist Wearable
Redesigned Unifying Transit Terminals
Foster + Partners Renovates the NY Midtown Bus Terminal
Accessible 3D Station Maps
Govia Thameslink Railway Aims to Make Travelling More Accessible
Underwater Bicycle Parks
VenhoevenCS Architecture + Urbanism Completes the IJboulevard
Inclusive Live Event Solutions
Nimbus Disability's Access Card and NOS Enhance Concert-Going
Advanced Wheelchair Treadmills
Wheely-x Brings Inclusive Mobility and Gaming to CES 2024
Eco-Friendly Adaptable Furniture
Blå Station Designs the ABLE Chair with a Timeless Aesthetic
Accessible EV Charging Ports
Volkswagen Financial Services Fleet Emphasizes Accessibility
Accessible Travel Agencies
Accessible Romania by Sano Touring Revolutionizes Travel
Travel Accessibility Toolkits
Global Business Travel Association Foundation Debuts a New Toolkit
Skateboarding-Inspired Ads
Vans Launched the ‘Always Pushing’ Ad Highlighting Skating Culture
Accessibility-Focused Airline Partnerships
Air Serbia Partners with Union of the Blind of Serbia
Accesible Autonomous Transportation Services
The 'Nubit' Autonomous Mobility Service is Modular
Social Good Computer Drives
Digitunity Partners with OBAE to Address Technological Barriers
Recycled Phonecase Art Installations
Casetify Creates Public Displays for Journey to Re/Birth
Senior Living Tech Accelerators
Rose Villa Senior Living & The Malden Collective Launch LiveWell™
Versatile Work Furniture Systems
SIXINCH USA and Populous Present the Elevate System
Accessible Bathroom Collections
MAC Faucets Aims to Enhance Inclusivity and Comfort
Sustainable Travel Methods
Intrepid Unveils a Sustainable Travel Service to Incentivize Rail Usage
Braille Dining Menus
Radisson Hotel Group Has Launched Braille Menus to Increase Accessibility
Semi-Outdoor Foldable Wheelchairs
Robooter Brought Mobility Innovations Like X40 to CES 2024
Subway-Lined Waved Panels
Ateneo Used 3D Tech to Form Sculptural Walls Around Wuyuanwan Station
Accessibile Zoo Experiences
Tallinn Zoo Has Launched a Pilot Project Using the NaviLens App
Vibrant Public Art Installations
Rico Gatson's Installation Brings Life to Penn Station
Retail Accessibility Frameworks
Starbucks Has Unveiled the Inclusive Spaces Framework
Vibrant Versatile Furniture Series
Here Now Introduces a Versatile Capsule of Furniture
Broken Bike Lock Furniture
Design Students Showcase the People and Places Exhibition
Inclusivity-Fostering Image Banks
Disneyland Paris Has Introduced an Innovative Image Bank
Comfortable Inclusive Carpet Tiles
Modulyss Introduces a Collection of Inclusive Carpet Tiles
Home Mobility Accessible Furniture
Capella Design Creates Furniture that Blend Style and Function
Automated Transit Buses
Vicinity Motor Corp. Deploys Its Electric Bus in Michigan
Inclusive Colorblind-Accessible Games
Mattel is Adding Colorblind Identification Symbols
Upgraded Adaptive Sports Components
Bridgestone Supports Athletes at the 2024 Paralympic Games
Crowdsourced Restroom Code Maps
Privy.NYC Offers Codes to Public Bathrooms in New York City
Seamless Automotive Shopping Apps
Awin Group of Dealerships Launches Mobile App to Enhance CX
Smart Bike Docking Stations
Urban Racks Improves the Cycling Experience in British Columbia
Upgraded Accessible Airport Services
Halifax Stanfield Debtuts Three New Accessibility Services
Accessible Urban Rest Areas
The City of St. John's Increases Accessibility in Parks
Accessibility-Centered Ads
Apple's Holiday Ad Highlights Accessibility with AirPods Pro 2
Inclusive Shopping Carts
Walmart is Introducing Caroline’s Carts for Caregivers of Adults & Kids
Accessible Restroom Enhancements
Good2Go and RightHear Introduce a Restroom Security Partnership
City Exploration Apps
Concrete is a Social Exploration App Inviting Users to Discover Their City
Inventive Charity Initiatives
Spark Financial's Annual Charity Initiative is for Autism Awareness
Comprehensive Museum Visitor Apps
The Chester Beatty Museum & accesso Refine Visitor Experiences
Inclusivity-Focused Consulting Firms
HandiAcc Works on the Local Level to Improve Accessibility
Accessible Service Provider Apps
Giga Introduces New Accessibility Features to Its App
Public Bathroom Location Apps
The Bathroom App Helps People in Need of Relief
Adaptive Wheelchair-Compatible Apparel
JC Penney Announces the Jamey Perry for JCPenney Line
Colorblind-Accessible Games
Mattel Commits to Creating Inclusive Play and Game Options
Sustainable Transportation System Concepts
Xiqiao Wang Designed the Eco-Friendly TREO Concept
Beach Accessibility Systems
TOBEA Develops the SEATRAC System with Siemens' Technology
Accessible Home Services Marketplaces
Urban Company Recently Made Its Platform More Accessible
Inclusive Undergarment Capsules
Primark Launches the Inclusive Magnetic and Velcro Undergarments
Accessible Recreational Activity Maps
The DEC Launched an Interactive Map to Enhance Accessibility
Empowering Nonprofit Organizations
NTI is Committed to Supporting the Disability Community
Accessible Tourism-Focused Initiates
Explore Siouxland Receives a Grant to Bolster Accessibility
Knitted New York Subways
The Straphangers Lounge Recreates the New York Subway with Crochet
Unique Urban Event Hires
London is Renting Tube Stations, Cable Cars, and Piers for Private Hire
Educational Accessible Washroom Trainings
Closomat Calls Attention to Its Wash and Dry Toilet
Flexible Food Delivery Services
DoorDash Supports Parents & Individuals with Disabilities