Member Josh Grisdale
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Glad it was a prototype…
But it always makes me think, stop trying to make wheelchairs cool and make them do things like, you know, climb steps…
https://www.bbc.com/news/technology-51058419
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Segway’s prototype wheelchair crashes at tech show
The electric scooter-maker's mishap is the latest in a list of historic malfunctions at the show
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Yeah, when I saw the preview of this my first thought was that it’s probably impractical as a wheelchair (for both cost and customizable standpoints) and that’s probably why they’re selling it as a general transportation device. I would also like to see more innovations in terms of overcoming regular wheelchair limitations than just visual… Read more
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The best designers are the ones who are physically challenged themselves, as practicality and usability are embodied in the design or model…
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While it might be a bit unexpected, there are some great Italian restaurants in Japan. I popped into one for Christmas dinner and had this delicious duck!
If you are interested, the restaurant is wheelchair accessible and called Cucina Italiana Angolo. Here is the link on Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/wmrJSAAbxuET8NkQ7
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Looks great!
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Personal news but, I’m gonna be a Torchbearer for Tokyo 2020! Yay!
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Holy cow — this is FANTASTIC!!! Will you be able to share photos / video? Thank you for sharing this.
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I dunno… some of these look kinda fun!
https://www.boredpanda.com/extreme-wheelchairing-accessibility-fails/boredpanda.com
30 Accessibility Designs That Are Straight Up Offensive
Accessibility is a vitally important feature of any civilized society - everyone, regardless of their mobility, should be able to access and enjoy public facilities. Poorly-designed accessibility for people in wheelchairs sends a message: We added this feature because someone … Continue reading
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They should know that there is a certain gradient required for scooters and wheelchairs to climb/roll on, not just mere slides.
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Great! You cannot enjoy a holiday if you cannot stay at a hotel at the destination!
https://news.gtp.gr/2019/12/03/greek-hotels-open-their-doors-to-accessible-tourism/ - Load More
