Supporting a green and just transition for NHS Scotland

BoardEasy: Wheelchair Train Boarding Aid

This project introduces BoardEasy, a wheelchair train boarding aid designed to improve accessibility and independence for users.

About the Project

Limited accessibility for wheelchair users on trains poses significant challenges, restricting their independence and mobility. Current boarding processes, reliant on staff assistance and cumbersome ramps, create barriers for users, hindering their ability to navigate public transportation freely and independently. BoardEasy comprises a retractable leg mechanism for wheelchairs that facilitates seamless access to trains. By eliminating the need for staff assistance and cumbersome ramps, BoardEasy empowers wheelchair users to board independently, enhancing accessibility and fostering a sense of autonomy in public transportation.

People

Design HOPES is a collaborative design-led research initiative, comprising five Scottish Universities (University of Strathclyde, University of Dundee, Heriot Watt University, Abertay University, and the University of Edinburgh), NHS Scotland, the third sector, and design organisations.

This project is funded by the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) as part of the Future Observatory GTE Hub Programme at the Design Museum.

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