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Johnson Health Tech: Adaptive Indoor Rower for Wheelchair Users

The Adaptive Indoor Rower allows for both wheelchair users and non-wheelchair users to complete a rowing workout.

Design Award

  • Design Excellence Award Winner

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Project Overview

Individuals with injuries or disabilities have trouble utilizing typical workout machines due to a lack of exercise equipment that is accessible for them. One affected group are individuals who require the use of a wheelchair. People require wheelchairs for a multitude of physical disabilities or injuries to the brain, spinal cord, or lower extremities. The majority of exercise machines are not designed for wheelchair use, and thus exercise options for wheelchair users are limited. In order to solve this issue, modifications need to be made to current manufactured machines. A standard Matrix rowing machine will be adapted to accommodate individuals who require the use of a wheelchair. The Adaptive Rower will secure the wheelchair to the rowing machine, preventing the user from tipping backwards during the course of the workout. This modified design will increase the accessibility and ease of use of a rowing machine by individuals in wheelchairs, and will help to improve their overall well-being through exercise.

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From left to right: Sam Skirpan (BWIG), Josh Andreatta (Communicator), Tim Tran (BSAC), Annabel Frake (Team Leader), Roxi Reuter (BPAG)
From left to right: Sam Skirpan (BWIG), Josh Andreatta (Communicator), Tim Tran (BSAC), Annabel Frake (Team Leader), Roxi Reuter (BPAG)

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Team Members

  • Annabel Frake - Team Leader
  • Josh Andreatta - Communicator
  • Tim Tran - BSAC
  • Samuel Skirpan - BWIG
  • Roxi Reuter - BPAG

Advisor and Client

  • Prof. Tracy Jane Puccinelli - Advisor
  • Ms. Staci Quam - Client

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