Lifting table
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About this project
The Lifting Table solution will allow moving from different heights independently, and reach places that were less accessible until now.
The challenge
Taubahan is missing both his legs and one arm below the elbow.
Taubahan cannot reach objects above his height like a table or sink and can't climb to the toilet or wheelchair without asking for help.
Who it helps
Taubahan is missing both his legs and one arm below the elbow.
How it works
The Lifting Table won an honorable mention at the 2021 Global Innovation Challenge .
You can learn more about the challenge on the GIC website or browse the projects on the GIC community page .
Product story
The Lifting Table was designed with and for Taubahan Onalhan who is missing both his legs and one arm below the elbow
and cannot reach objects above his height or climb to his wheelchair without asking for help.
The team developed the solution as part of the TOM Global Innovation Challenge (which they won an honorable mention 👏) and was led by:
Babek Bolat
Yuriy Fedorov
Aiganat Muratbek
Erbolat Hutbai
Product Specs
Approximate Cost of materials: USD $85
Machine time: 0 hours
Assembly time: 72 hours
To build this product, simply download the product file, which contains assembly instructions, bill of materials, parts files, and helpful videos. Please take adequate safety precautions when using manufacturing equipment.
You can also press the CHOOSE A MAKERSPACE button to connect with makers to build the product for you.
For any questions regarding this device's assembly, operation, or specifications, please contact TOM GIC community page .
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Project details
- Stage: Prototype
- Built by the 2021 TOM Global Innovation Challenge (GIC) community, Global
- Team: Taubahan
- Category: Daily Living, Outdoor, Hobbies, Fun/Leisure
- Made with: Metalwork, Woodworking
- 14 downloads
The build files for Lifting table are free to download from this page - open source, shared by TOM: Tikkun Olam Makers.
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