manus® 2011
Electric wheelchair
Stair-climbing
The TopChair-S is the only electric wheelchair that can climb several stairs without requiring a human companion and without the attachment of a fixed framework. To this end it has an innovative dual-motion system, with wheels and caterpillar treads. When climbing stairs, the seat of the wheelchair remains in a horizontal position independent of the inclination. Plain bearings from igus® are used for the movement of the front and rear wheels. Thanks to them, there are no problems with wear or corrosion.
TopChair, Hervé Le Masne, Montrabé, France
Special Jury Mention.
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