CREW - Wheelchair Handle Sensing System

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Overview

An innovative power-assisted wheelchair control system addresses challenges faced by elderly caregivers and wheelchair, with its intelligent, pressure-sensitive handle system, which interprets the caregiver’s motion intentions and provides smooth and intuitive assistance.

  • CREW - Wheelchair Handle Sensing System
Technical name of innovation
CREW - Wheelchair Handle Sensing System
Commercialisation opportunities
technology licensing agreement
Problem addressed

Traditional wheelchairs demand significant physical effort, especially on slopes, while powered wheelchairs are difficult for elderly users with limited fine motor skills to operate.

Innovation
  • CREW solves these problems with its intelligent, pressure-sensitive handle system, which interprets the caregiver’s motion intentions and provides smooth and intuitive assistance.
Key impact
  • Ease of Use: Intuitive operation without the need for complex controls, making it accessible to elderly caregivers and users.
  • Energy Efficiency: Regenerative braking recycles energy, reducing battery consumption and improving sustainability.
  • Safety Features: Intelligent control ensures stable and safe movement, even on steep slopes or uneven terrain.
  • Ergonomic Design: Comfortable grip and pressure-sensitive handles provide a seamless user experience.
Award
  • MUSE Design Awards 2021 – Gold Winner (Conceptual Design – Healthcare)
  • MUSE Design Awards 2021 – Silver Winner (Conceptual Design – Ageing)
  • 2022 Special Edition of the Geneva International Exhibition of Inventions: Gold Medal
Application
  • Elderly users daily mobility

Patent

  • Hong Kong Short-Term Patent (HK30037702)
  • China Utility Model Patent (ZL202121557329.X)
Lingnan University

Lingnan University, a venerable institution in Hong Kong's academic landscape, has a rich heritage that dates back to its founding in Guangzhou in 1888. Known in its earlier years as Lingnan Xuexiao and subsequently as Lingnan University, the institution flourished in the field of higher education until 1952. It was reborn in Hong Kong in 1967 and has since aspired to evolve into a distinguished research-focused liberal arts university for the digital age. Lingnan is committed to excellence in teaching, learning, research, and fostering community ties, aiming for international acclaim.

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