Maker Faire Rome: a firing of minds and a launch of innovation.
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ADD-MATE: wheelchair powered assistive device
What is the context of your innovation?
For weak users, pushing a wheelchair can be exhausting, making the use of power-assisted devices for propulsion essential. However, existing devices are not suitable for use in tight spaces. ADD-MATE aims to provide assistance with propulsion and maneuvering in everyday life, promoting an active role for the user.
What is your project about?
ADD-MATE promotes the active role of the user, keeping them at the center of the propulsion process. A steering drive wheel, two sensor-equipped maneuvering wheels, and the control system interpret the user’s intentions, providing assistance and facilitating maneuvers, especially in confined spaces.
What are the next steps?
ADD-MATE was recently patented and is now in its second version. The device is currently under development through a POC project funded by Compagnia di San Paolo foundation and LIFTT s.p.a. ADD-MATE will undergo experimental testing with weak users.
Politecnico di Torino – DIMEAS – HMI Research Group
We are researchers at the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Politecnico di Torino. We develop mechatronic servosystems applied to human-machine physical interaction, where movement and action exchanges take place. Our projects must guarantee a correct technical functioning, but also a behaviour that can be perceived by users collaborative, reliable and safe. We are engaged in collaborative and wearable robotics, domotic and adapted sports, ranging from industrial to social welfare contexts, from domestic to urban environments, from motor rehabilitation to sport performance.