Assistive device to help wheelchair users hoist pants all the way up

Design and develop a prototype that helps a person in a wheelchair with limited arm strength pull up pants independently.

Project Overview

Individuals with Becker MD, a disease that results in progressive muscular degeneration, often face physical limitations that can pose challenges in performing everyday tasks, including the simple task of pulling up pants. Current solutions are not only cost-prohibitive but also demand a level of upper-body strength that many affected individuals may not possess. This project aims to develop a prototype solution that will enable individuals with limited arm strength to autonomously pull up their pants.

Team Picture

Kate Murray, Ella Eklund, Rayona Kinny, Sallie Schoen, Avery Schuda, and Jacob Parsons

Files

Final Notebook (December 12, 2023)
Final Report (December 12, 2023)
Final Poster Presentation (December 7, 2023)
Preliminary Report (October 11, 2023)
Preliminary Presentation (October 5, 2023)
PDS (October 15, 2023)

Contact Information

Team Members

Jacob Parsons - Co-Team Leader
Sallie Schoen - Co-Team Leader
Avery Schuda - Communicator
Ella Eklund - BSAC
Rayona Kinny - BWIG
Kate Murray - BPAG

Advisor and Client

Prof. Randolph Ashton - Advisor
Mr. Dan Dorszynski - Client