Abstract
This work is a new wheelchair that has a forward tilt function and harmonizes with the indoor environment. The forward tilt function can help users to maintain comfortable position. However, there has been little verification of the influence on the comfort of the same function by physiological index. Furthermore, the appearance of this kind of wheelchairs are not harmonious with furniture, home appliances, etc.
To solve these issues, some analysis methods were used to organize the function, and a design solution was derived. Based on the design solution, a wheelchair was prototyped, and the physiological data was measured and the effectiveness in the aspect of function was confirmed. Finally, the effectiveness in the aspect of design was verified by questionnaire to subjects of various generations.
