Adjustable Guide Dog Handle - Twist

Adjustable Guide Dog Handle - Twist - open-source assistive technology concept by the TOM International Community community

The challenge

A guide dog handle like this is needed for visually impaired users seeking simple, adjustable, and reliable navigation assistance.

Who it helps

Anna, with low vision, needs an adjustable guide dog harness. Switching between high heels and flat shoes poses a challenge with current existing non-adjustable harnesses.

How it works

For Anna, her issue was the different heights of her shoes impacting her control on her standard fiberglass handle. This handle allows the user to The solution addresses challenges through adjustability, auditory feedback, and ease of use.

This will grant Anna and fellow guide dog users the freedom to effortlessly adapt their harness to match their choice of footwear without any concerns. The solution is easy to use and provides auditory and tactile feedback for each adjustment.

Tools needed

Fusion 360

Measurement tool

Clamps

Screwdriver set

Pvc pipe cutter

FDM Printer

Project details

The build files for Adjustable Guide Dog Handle - Twist are free to download from this page - open source, shared by TOM: Tikkun Olam Makers.

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