TREKINETICS DESIGN MISSION

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TREKINETIC'S MISSION STATEMENT

'Via an innovative approach we will originate a new  concept in manual wheelchair design. By challenging conventional layouts and by evolutionary development, we will introduce a superior product, that will hopefully capture the imagination of both wheelchair users and the able bodied alike. Born from a philosophy to seek out radical solutions to complex engineering issues, utilising cutting edge materials and processes, we will look to improve the mundane image of the manual wheelchair. In so doing, we will seek to offer an enhanced lifestyle and future for their occupants"

RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT TARGETS

• Modern approach to design
  
  
• Off Road and City capability
  
  
• Superior comfort and support for the user
  
  
• Tipping backwards under acceleration to be eliminated
  
  
• Rear Shock absorber for a smooth ride
  
  
• Simple on board wet weather protection
  
  
• Dynamic braking system to cope with hi performance
  
  
• Foldable for transportation
  
  
• Fun to be in and be seen in
  
  
• Variable wheel Camber for stability and practicality

Reviewing the conventional (four wheel) wheelchairs, currently available, one thing seemed clear: At any one time, in a rigid frame wheelchair and on anything other than a glass smooth surface, only three wheels are ever in contact with the ground. This being the case, why are users carrying around a fourth wheel? Hence the 3- wheel or 'Triaxial' concept was born. Offering near perfect weight distribution and inherent stability on uneven surfaces, virtually impossible to tip back under straight line acceleration, the concept started to evolve on its own. Next up; This welded framework everyone else seems to use, do we really need it?.....

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