Wheelchair mounted robotic arm

Date of Publication

2000

Document Type

Bachelor's Thesis

Degree Name

Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing Engineering and Management

College

Gokongwei College of Engineering

Department/Unit

Manufacturing Engineering and Management

Thesis Adviser

Phyllis L. Lim

Defense Panel Chair

Methyle Malilay

Defense Panel Member

Edgardo Guison
John-John P. Cabibihan

Abstract/Summary

This study aims to direct electronic, mechanical and programming knowledge into a creative, helpful and innovative purpose. The Wheelchair Mounted Robotic Arm is designed to assist disabled persons who use the wheelchair. The Robotic Arm, controlled by a simple electronic keypad, hopes to provide additional mobility by supplying a farther reach span. The Electronic Wheelchair is supplied with a cruise control function which could perform pre-programmed tasks. The system hopes to increase user independence.

Abstract Format

html

Language

English

Format

Print

Accession Number

TU15170

Shelf Location

Archives, The Learning Commons, 12F, Henry Sy Sr. Hall

Physical Description

xiii, 56, [26] leaves : ill. ; 28 cm.

Keywords

Wheelchairs; Wheelchairs--Design and construction; Mobile robots--Automatic control; Computer programming

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