Information on iBot ® Mobility Chairs
Among the plethora of power wheelchairs on the market today, the iBot® brand of mobility chairs by Independence Technology, a division of Johnson and Johnson, provides some of the most sophisticated technology available.
According to the company, the iBot® system is “unlike any mobility device. Its combination of unique, innovative functions allows you to go places and do things not possible with any other single mobility device”
While offering some of the most advanced technology and capabilities, these mobility chairs also are among the priciest at around $30,000. Capabilities include powering across sand, gravel, grass and other uneven terrain, climb stairs with or without assistance.
They enable the user to easily switch between five different operating functions:
How Do iBOT® Mobility Chairs Work?
The patented technology with these chairs includes an integrated combination of sensor and software components and multiple computers that work in conjunction with gyroscopes. Gyroscopes are motion sensors that help maintain balance. When the gyroscopes sense movement, a signal is sent to the computers.
The computers process the information and tell the motors how to move the wheels to maintain stability. This electronic balance system is custom-programmed to the user’s center of gravity, to monitor and respond to subtle changes in motion. For example, when the user reaches forward to shake hands, and the iBOT® chairs moves forward as well.
The iBOT® mobility chair constantly realigns and adjusts its wheel position and seat orientation to keep the user upright and stable at all times, even when driving up and down curbs or inclines.
In addition, this power wheelchair includes built-in triple redundant backup systems, as well as auditory and visual signals to provide even more safety and assurance.
Seating Options
The following seating options are available:
Features and Controls
Transportation
The iBOT ® can be transported occupied or unoccupied. When secured with a 4 point tie-down system, you can stay seated for transport. The remote function allows you to maneuver the mobility chair unoccupied up a ramp.
Source Information: http:/www.independencenow.com/ibot/index.html.
 
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