Cardboard Workstation Easel

Cardboard Workstation Easel - open-source assistive technology prototype by the Adaptive Design Association community

About this project

The product is a simple cardboard structure that is lightweight but can support a wide variety of items. The cubby in the back can be counterweighted to stabilize the structure or balance heavier devices.

This product was developed by ADA, the Adaptive Design Association.

The challenge

Project Story

The Cardboard Workstation Easel is an outcome of development by ADA, the Adaptive Design Agency.

The product provides a low-cost, versatile option to position items at a better viewing angle for any user who might need assistance.

Who it helps

The Cardboard Workstation Easel is designed for anyone who needs to support a book, tablet, or other item at or close to eye-level.

How it works

Who

The Cardboard Workstation Easel is designed for anyone who needs to support a book, tablet, or other items at or close to eye level.

Why

Many existing products are item-specific and can be costly.

What

How

This product will provide a low-cost, versatile option to position items at a better viewing angle to the user.

Tools Needed

Tri-wall cardboard — or — single-wall cardboard — or — 0.625” plywood

CNC — or — jigsaw — or bandsaw

Ruler

Pencil

Scissors

Utility knife

Hot glue

White glue

Sandpaper

Thick paper

Plastic Card

Weights

Paintbrush

Bill of Materials

Please see the detailed BOM and printing models in the downloadable product file.

Estimated Time to Make

1 hour of machine time

1 hour of assembly time

Project details

The build files for Cardboard Workstation Easel are free to download from this page - open source, shared by TOM: Tikkun Olam Makers.

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