Project sponsor
ACCEL
Spring 2025
ACCEL Power Platform
This project focuses on designing an electrically powered platform for ACCEL, a nonprofit serving individuals with developmental disabilities, to train students on powered wheelchair use. The goal is to increase students’ chances of qualifying for a powered wheelchair for insurance approval. Sponsor ACCEL
Spring 2026
ACCEL Power Platform
Access to training equipment for mobility assessments can be limited for individuals preparing to qualify for powered wheelchairs. This project addresses that challenge by developing a device that converts a manual wheelchair into an electric system. The design provides a consistent platform for students to practice required assessments. The goal is to support skill development,…