Dispositivo de propulsão manual para mobilidade de pessoas com deficiência motora em membros inferiores

Abstract

The present study consists in the development of a device for the mobility of people with physical disabilities in the lower limbs through the activation of a mechanism consisting of cranks and an action lever, which extend from a frame mounted and detachable on the front of conventional wheelchairs of regular use, which promotes the propulsion of a front wheel with freedom of rotation and which is also equipped with a support for packages below the seat to accommodate the user's objects and a lighting system support, allowing its efficient, practical and safe mobility. The product development methodology was used to determine the best product concept, resulting (during the study) in the publication of two articles and, at the end, in a patent. The concept of the proposed invention developed delivers a product that meets the needs of its users, minimizing impacts on society and nature.