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2. Motorized wheelchair - Wikipedia

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   Disability. Lists. v. t. e. A motorized wheelchair, powerchair, electric wheelchair or electric-powered wheelchair (EPW) is a wheelchair that is propelled by means of an electric motor (usually using differential steering) rather than manual power. Motorized wheelchairs are useful for those unable to propel a manual wheelchair or who may need ...

3. Mobility scooter - Wikipedia

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   A mobility scooter is an electric personal transporter used as mobility aid for people with physical impairment, mostly auxiliary to a powered wheelchair but configured like a motorscooter. When motorized they function as micromobility devices and are commonly referred to as a powered vehicle/scooter, or electric scooter.

4. iBOT - Wikipedia

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   The iBOT is a powered wheelchair that uses gyroscopic technology to provide multiple operating modes for varied indoor and outdoor terrain. The current version, the iBOT® PMD, has been manufactured by Mobius Mobility since 2019. The device was developed by Dean Kamen ’s DEKA Research & Development Corp. in partnership with Johnson & Johnson ...

5. Wheelchair - Wikipedia

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   A wheelchair is a mobilized form of chair using 2 or more wheels, a footrest and armrest usually cushioned. It is used when walking is difficult or impossible to do due to illnesses, injury, disabilities, or age related health conditions. Wheelchairs come in a wide variety of formats to meet the specific needs of their users.

6. Cars for wheelchair users - Wikipedia

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   Elbee is a vehicle created by Czech company ZLKL. The vehicle is officially categorised as a "heavy all-terrain vehicle" and has a maximum speed of 80 km/h. It uses a unique mechanism to allow the user to roll into or out of the vehicle: the user enters through a door at the front which hinges upwards. Compact dimensions allow for parking ...

7. Wheelchair accessible van - Wikipedia

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   An ADA compliant accessible van must meet certain requirements such as; a door height opening of 56" or greater, a ramp width of at least 30" in width, with ramp edges 2" high, and finally a ramp angle of a 6:1 ratio or rise. A rear entry converted minivan is widely used by NEMT or Non-Emergency Medical Transportation providers as the rear ...