A prototype power assist wheelchair that provides for obstacle detection and avoidance for those with visual impairments

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Almost 10% of all individuals who are legally blind also have a mobility impairment. The majority of these individuals are dependent on others for mobility. The Smart Power Assistance Module (SPAM) for manual wheelchairs is being dev...

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Main Authors: Guo Songfeng, Hayashi Steve, LoPresti Edmund, Simpson Richard, Ding Dan, Ammer William, Sharma Vinod, Cooper Rory
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2005-10-01
Series:Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation
Online Access:http://www.jneuroengrehab.com/content/2/1/30