
IAI Academy Award Gold Award (Product Conceptual Design)
Project Name:《Multi-function escalator wheelchair》
Winner name:
Hu Tianhao,Liu Hao,Wang Mingkun,Dong Peixin,Sun Wanyi
Introduction:
The multi-functional escalator wheelchair is an innovative assistive device designed for people with reduced mobility, which can freely switch between ordinary wheelchairs and escalator riding modes, solve the problem that traditional wheelchairs cannot safely use escalators, and greatly improve the user's travel freedom and safety. This product fills a gap in the assistive device market, enabling people with reduced mobility to use escalators independently and safely, reducing dependence on others, improving quality of life and social engagement, and embodying the inclusive design philosophy of "design for all".