Wheelchairs provide valuable independence to their owners.
Designs vary according to the terrain and user needs.
Both of these can change over time.
However, their price makes it difficult to afford more than one chair.
The UNAwheel Maxi equipment is a wheelchair add-on.
It comes with button steering to accelerate, decelerate, and turn.
It is easy to operate and can be easily and quickly attached to and detached from the wheelchair.
The gear comes with a rechargeable battery and can run up to 30 kilometers on a charge.
It can accelerate up to 20 kilometers an hour.
Its a great option for changes in terrain and uphill commutes.
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Its a common problem.
StartupRevolve Airhas a solution.
The company is making the first standard wheelchair certifiable as carry-on luggage by airlines.
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Its not only designers improving wheelchairs.
Folks with disabilities are limited if they want to hire an adapted bike or mobility scooter.
In July Bird teamed up with Scootaround topilota first-of-its-kind accessible mobility program.
Folks with disabilities can choose from three accessible vehicle types using the Bird app.
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Story byCate Lawrence
Cate Lawrence is an Australian tech journo living in Berlin.
