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HEALTH AND WELLBEING

GlideCycle: giving back independence and mobility

By Karen Sprey

22:14 April 6, 2009 PDT

The GlideCycle

The GlideCycle offers a whole new world of mobility, independence and exercise to people of almost any age with disabilities and injuries. Looking a little like a bike, but with no pedals and a frame over the top of the body rather than underneath, the GlideCycle uses a suspended ergonomic saddle that holds the pelvis to support body weight so that the rider can walk, run or glide with no pressure on the crotch or perineum. It provides major cardio benefits with virtually zero impact, is easily mastered, comfortable and fun to use, quick to assemble – and it’s affordable. So what’s the catch? There isn’t one. Read More

GOOD THINKING

Innovative phone design for the visually impaired

By Emily Clark

18:55 October 14, 2008 PDT

Takumi Yoshida's SENS phone concept design

"SENS", from Takumi Yoshida, is a mobile phone design catering for those with visual impairment including complete blindness. The phone assists visually impaired users through a special keypad design, real-time audio feedback and touch sensing technology. Read More

MOTORCYCLES

Dreamfit: the motorcycle for paraplegics

By Loz Blain

03:50 May 15, 2008 PDT

Darren Lomman aboard his prototype Dreamfit motorcycle for paraplegics.

May 15, 2008 A chance encounter with a paraplegic ex-motorcross champion in a hospital carpark inspired Darren Lomman to put together an audacious project: a motorcycle for paraplegic riders - and his working prototype, a heavily modified Honda CBR250RR, is now road licensed and operational. Read More

 
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