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55 Andrew McCulloch/Industrial Design Engineering social climbing Wheelchair design has changed radically over the past 20 years but the push rim method of independent propulsion that depends on grip and arm strength has remained the same. This project aims to optimise push rim propulsion for independent manual wheelchair users and allow disabled users who have been prevented thus far to experience the joy of unassisted movement. The driving and braking system is based on mountain bike disc brake technology. It provides the user with a more comfortable and ergonomic driving action, a progressive braking system, and an opportunity to gear their drive to suit the environment.

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