ELEMENT D
DESIGN SOLUTION BRAINSTORMING
Through the brainstorming process, it became apparent what innovations needed to be made to conventional wheelchair designs. Rehabilitation, mobility, comfortability, and ease of use would be priorities, while attachments would be secondary.
BRAINSTORMING PHOTOS
GIO DE GUZMAN
BRAINSTORMING PHOTOS
AUSTON CHUNG
BRAINSTORMING PHOTOS
ETHAN VALENTINE
CRITERIA
Product should improve the ease of use for both the dog and the dog owner
Product should allow for clean urination and excretion
Product should serve as a tool for vets to help dogs with rehabilitation
Product should allow for increased mobility and maneuverability
CONSTRAINTS
Money: $200 provided by EDD program, any extra costs paid for by team members
Time: August 2021 - April 2022
Material Quality: Limited by what we can work with
Measurements: Not every dog in the world can be measured given the time period
ANNOTATED DRAWINGS
GIO DE GUZMAN
360 DEGREE WHEELS
Similar to the wheels on an office chair. Allows the dog to navigate with more maneuverability.
CUSHIONED SKATEBOARD-ESQUE CONCEPT
Combines comfort with practicality. Operates similarly to dog scooters on the market.
ANNOTATED DRAWINGS
AUSTON CHUNG
MOTION MOTOR SYSTEM
Detects when dog may need to urinate or excrete. Raises the leg of the wheelchair for the dog.
SPRING SUSPENSION SYSTEM
On the strut of the leg, an internal spring acts as a suspension system, allowing the dog to traverse terrain and vary in support. Assists rehabilitation efforts.
ANNOTATED DRAWINGS
ETHAN VALENTINE
AUTOMATIC STRAPPING
Utilizes low powered motors and sensors to et a precise, snug fit.
KICK STAND
Assists in setting up process, rotating wheels help the dog relax or go to the bathroom.
DECISION MATRIX
CONCLUSION
The decision matrix culminated initial sketches and ideas. The teams final decision was to merge different ideas and devices into what will be an enhanced version of the standard wheelchair. Spring suspension would satisfy rehabilitation criteria. Swivel wheels would satisfy maneuverability criteria. An open frame design would satisfy urination and excretion expectations. Comfort and attachments would be designed and considered along the way.