News tagged with power wheelchair
New electric diwheel hints at future of city transportation
(PhysOrg.com) -- In a bit of technical wizardry, students from the University of Adelaide, Australia, have devised and built an electric diwheel, that with modification, could possibly solve inner city transportation ...
Jun 13, 2011 |
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Babies & Robots: Infant power mobility on display
Children with mobility issues, like cerebral palsy and spina bifida, can't explore the world like other babies, because they can't crawl or walk. Infant development emerges from the thousands of daily discoveries ...
Feb 04, 2009 |
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RF transmitter and receiver modules for wheelchair
Inventions can help physically-challenged people lead life with fewer difficulties. Mohd Thamrin, Rosman R. and Sarmawi D. S. of UiTM Shah Alam Malaysia studied the use of inexpensive RF transmitters and receiver modules ...
Feb 07, 2012 |
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Cell's 'battery' found to play central role in neurodegenerative disease
A devastating neurodegenerative disease that first appears in toddlers just as they are beginning to walk has been traced to defects in mitochondria, the 'batteries' or energy-producing power plants of cells.
Medicine & Health / Neuroscience
Jan 17, 2012 |
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Improved ergonomics for wheelchair users
(PhysOrg.com) -- Empa engineers, together with the firm r going, have succeeded in developing an ergonomic seat for electric wheelchairs which encourages the user to move around frequently. True to the motto ...
Jan 16, 2012 |
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Stephen Hawking celebrates 70th birthday
British scientist Stephen Hawking celebrated his 70th birthday Sunday, an age many experts never expected the motor neurone disease sufferer to reach.
Jan 08, 2012 |
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Wheelchair transformer draws viewers at Tokyo show
(PhysOrg.com) -- A novel attachment that is designed for an ordinary wheelchair can turn the chair into a “power-coaster” with electric drive. The transformed manual wheelchair into an electric wheelchair ...
Technology / Hi Tech & Innovation
Dec 14, 2011 |
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Paralyzed man uses mind-powered robot arm to touch
Giving a high-five. Rubbing his girlfriend's hand. Such ordinary acts - but a milestone for a paralyzed man.
Oct 10, 2011 |
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Running robot: MABEL is now the world's fastest two-legged robot with knees (w/ video)
(PhysOrg.com) -- A robot in a University of Michigan lab can run like a human -- a feat that represents the height of agility and efficiency for a two-legged machine. With a peak pace of 6.8 miles per hour, ...
Aug 16, 2011 |
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Computer games to help cystic fibrosis kids
(Medical Xpress) -- Computer games which help young people with cystic fibrosis cope better with treatment, and improve monitoring of their condition, are being developed by the University of Derby.
Aug 16, 2011 |
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Site seeks feedback from people with disabilities who are interested in science
A new website started at Purdue University is available to people with disabilities and others who study or work in science fields so they can share experiences and suggestions on how to overcome obstacles ...
Aug 12, 2011 |
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RIBA-II, the next generation care-giving robot
A new robot using high-precision tactile sensors and flexible motor control technology has taken Japan one step closer to its goal of providing high-quality care for its growing elderly population. Developed ...
Aug 02, 2011 |
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