Help with Stairs
About this project
The design has an aluminum pipe structure that connects with wheels and has no pedals so that Fede can actually walk by himself. The butterfly handle is meant to make a turn as easy as possible. It was built to Fede’s exact measurements so that it wouldn’t be robust but it would support his weight without any problem.
The challenge
Federico's characteristics make it difficult for him to control some of his body movements and requiring external support for balance. The challenge that he presents in TOM is the development of a support system that allows him to go up and down the stairs in a safe way without requiring constant support from another person.
Who it helps
Federico is 11 years old. He is a 4th-grade student.
Project details
- Stage: Prototype
- Built by the Medellín community, Medellin, Colombia
- Team: Fede
- Category: Daily Living
- 14 downloads
The build files for Help with Stairs are free to download from this page - open source, shared by TOM: Tikkun Olam Makers.
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