"Wheelchairs are in high demand in Bolivia, but generally, only the most basic designs are available. This post is about advancements in wheelchair design that may someday be available in Bolivia.
Today we highlight Andrew Slorance, who has won the Toyota-run global Mobility Unlimited Challenge with his innovative wheelchair design. The technology, aptly named Phoenix 1, is equipped with smart sensors to, among other things, detect if the user is tipping forward or backward, automatically adjusting to prevent falling. As a wheelchair user himself, Mr. Slorance recounts his own struggle beginning over 37 years ago when he had to use a heavy chair. Since then, wheelchairs have become more compact, but the technology has not changed. This winning design is 3D printed with carbon fiber, so it is extremely lightweight and can be easily maneuvered. 3D printing allows the wheelchair to be molded to the user's body, becoming more personalized and comfortable, a great step in wheelchair innovation. The goal is for the product to be on the market within 2 years. "
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