Project: CobbRa


 

Aim

To improve specialised wheelchair seating with design focus on ergonomics, adaptability, and reliability. To maximise function, the aim is to maintain rider equilibrium throughout action.


Schedule:

Phase One Objectives:
Conduct market research. Conduct a prior art search. Produce a product design specification.

Phase Two Objectives
Produce and review conceptual designs against the specification. Produce an initial functional prototype of the selected design. Establish an industry partner. Collate feedback from stakeholders and refine design based on feedback. 

Phase Three Objectives
Conduct product testing. Further refine the design based on the testing outcome. Produce and distribute a design file. Collate feedback from stakeholders on revised design. Produce a final prototype. 

 

Duration: 4 Years


Phase 1 completion: May 2022


Phase 2 completion: May 2023


Phase 3 completion: January 2025