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2. 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 ...

3. 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 ...

4. 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.

5. Everest and Jennings - Wikipedia

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   In 1956, the company was "the first to manufacture the electric wheelchair on a mass scale". Success and legal troubles Photograph of First Lady Betty Ford Signing the Cast of a Television Crew Member, Following the Taping of the 1976... - NARA - 186827; the wheelchair's Everest & Jennings logo is visible under the armrest

6. Cars for wheelchair users - Wikipedia

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   It is a battery-electric car, classified as a low-speed or neighborhood electric vehicle, capable of traveling 40–50 miles at a speed of 25 mph (35 mph in some US jurisdictions). It features a large rear door and ramp that allows a wheelchair user to roll in and drive off. Canta LX. Inrij-Canta by Dutch carmaker Waaijenberg. It has a ...

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 ...