Butt'Up - Wheelchair to bed

The challenge

Transferring from a wheelchair to a bed or a sofa can be a challenge, especially because of the height of the wheels. Passing over the wheels to go on a bed often requires help and can be dangerous. This project makes the transfer easier and safer.

Who it helps

This project is for people in wheelchairs for which elevating themselves over their wheelchair's wheels can be difficult and make transfers unsafe.

How it works

The mechanism placed under the sitting cushuon can be activated by the user thanks to two levers situated at the back. A blocking mechanism at the top position allow to person to stay in the elevated position and then easily transfer to a bed or a couch.

This project is built on a simple mechanism that is placed under the sitting cushion of the wheelchair. Using a lever system, linked to a carbon plate, the person will be able to lift themselves 10cm, allowing them to pass easily over the wheels.

Tools needed

Heavy duty gloves

Protective glasses

Face shield

PC or MAC I7 +

Fusion 360

Prusa slicer

Measurement tool

Clamps

Screwdriver set

Cutter

Hammer

Circular saw

FDM Printer

Project details

• Stage: Working Model
• Built by the TOM International Community community, Global
• Team: Etienne
• Category: Daily Living
• 2 downloads

The build files for Butt'Up - Wheelchair to bed are free to download from this page - open source, shared by TOM: Tikkun Olam Makers.

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