The 'Ogo' Wheelchair Design Doesn't Require Users to Use Arms
Michael Hemsworth — March 26, 2016 — Tech
One of the inherent characteristics of nearly all wheelchair designs is how they focus on having the user use their arms to move, turn and maneuver. The 'Ogo' looks to change this with a design that uses intuitive sensor technology to sense upper body movements to direct how the chair will operate.
The 'Ogo' was developed by Kevin Halsall who became inspired to create it after seeing a friend's difficulties when it came to traditional wheelchair designs. The 'Ogo' is currently funding on Indiegogo with hopes of getting the design to market by September 2017.
The 'Ogo' could help to revolutionize how the differently abled operate their wheelchairs and bring them an enhanced level of mobility not capable prior.
The 'Ogo' was developed by Kevin Halsall who became inspired to create it after seeing a friend's difficulties when it came to traditional wheelchair designs. The 'Ogo' is currently funding on Indiegogo with hopes of getting the design to market by September 2017.
The 'Ogo' could help to revolutionize how the differently abled operate their wheelchairs and bring them an enhanced level of mobility not capable prior.
Trend Themes
1. Sensor Technology - Sensor technology can be applied to various products and services to improve user experience and increase mobility.
2. Intuitive Design - Designing products and services with user intuition in mind has the potential to revolutionize industries and improve accessibility for the differently abled.
3. Crowdfunding Platforms - Crowdfunding platforms like Indiegogo provide opportunities for innovative and inclusive designs to reach the market and make a positive impact on people's lives.
Industry Implications
1. Healthcare - The healthcare industry can benefit from incorporating sensor technology and intuitive design into rehabilitation and mobility solutions for patients.
2. Assistive Technology - The assistive technology industry has the potential to disrupt traditional wheelchair designs by adopting sensor technology and intuitive design principles to improve functionality and user experience.
3. Tech Startups - Tech startups focused on developing innovative products and services for the differently abled can find opportunities in leveraging sensor technology and crowdfunding platforms to bring their ideas to market.
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