This thesis solves the construction area of High school building in Ustí nad Orlicí deals with the main building of the complex. The High school will be located in the district town of Ustí nad Orlicí, in the district on Štěpnice, this is a developing area on the outskirts of town. The building will serve as a high school facilities, with a capacity of 360 students and 20 teachers and 10 other staff. The main building of High school is designed as a three-storey building, its shape resembles the letter T with a smaller spur of handstand. The building is roofed single-roof with vegetative planting. The building is built of structural system POROTHERM masonry blocks with precise thin cleft. Ceiling design floors form the hollow prestressed ceiling panels Spiroll from Goldbeck over the main entrance consists of reinforced concrete ceiling construction cross reinforcement plate, then the ceiling structure made of suspended ceiling drywall. Dominating the lecture hall buildings form a stepped podium staircase and from outside the auditorium finish of brick strips Klinker, located above the main entrance to the building. The building is adapted for wheelchair use. Work includes documentation and drawing part, that is handled as a detailed documentation.

The goal of this diploma thesis was the design of an assistance brake for a mechanical invalid wheelchair. The theoretical part includes the sorting of wheelchairs and available technology of braking systems. In the practical part, there was prepared the design and testing of the assistance brake. In the final chapter, the technical-economic evaluation of the designed solution was discussed and compared with the existing technologies.

Title: Wheelchair tennis as a motivation in the life of a handicapped athlete Objectives: The aim of this work is to verify the importance of sport, particularly the wheelchair tennis in the life of a disabled sportsman. Methods: The main method of a search used in this thesis was used the method of an explorative research. Specifically, in the form of an anonymous questionnaire and three interviews, which were used to illustrate the examined group of disabled athletes. The main element of the research was a separate research while using the questionnaire, which consisted of 16 questions. The non-standard questionnaire was set up on the basis of mentoring of Mgr. Tomáš Kočíb, consultations with experts in the field of wheelchair tennis Mgr. Rostislav Čichoň, Ph.D., literature research and the author's own, gained experience. Results: It was confirmed that sport, namely wheelchair tennis is significant for a sportsman's life. It does not only affect his/her physical condition but their whole personality. Key words: tennis, wheelchair tennis, handicap, motivation, research

In our society multiple hierarchies exist when it comes to bodies. These hierarchies find their way to many fields of our daily life, including map applications (apps) and while places are becoming more inclusive, most of them are still tailored to a more “normal” user. In this explorative design thesis, I intend to explore different perceptions of the city and maps from the position of a wheelchair user by bringing multidisciplinary practices in Interaction Design field and through several design concepts. The thesis will follow the principles of Research-through-Design and will be supported with research in pluriversal design, phenomenology and norm creative innovation. It will explore the notion of “value” through different encounters between bodies and maps.

Permobil AB är ett medicintekniskt företag som bland annat tillverkar elektriska rullstolar. Till dessa rullstolar existerar i nuläget inte en större förvaringslösning som tillåter brukare enkel tillgång till innehållet. Frånvaron av förvaring leder till att improviserade och hemmagjorda lösningar används, vilket i sin tur leder till sekundära problem som exempelvis försämrad stabilitet och trycksår. Projektets mål var därför att skapa en prototyp (inklusive dess 3D-modeller) som tillät upp till 20 liter förvaring med tillgänglighet för brukaren. Projektets övergripande syfte var att öka självständigheten hos Permobils brukare och att öka deras möjlighet till deltagande i vardagsaktiviteter. Givet rådande Covid-19 omständigheter vid tidpunkten för detta arbete så utfördes inga användbarhetstester direkt mot brukare för att minimera smittspridning av viruset. Prototypen avgränsades även till att endast anpassas till Permobils sitssystem Corpus. Designprocessen användes som projektets huvudsakliga utvecklingsmetod där datainsamling bestod av inledande användbarhetstester i syftet att se problem och behov, användarhistorier, en användarresa och en riskanalys. Samtliga delar bidrog till skapandet av en kravspecifikation. I projektets designinriktade delar skapades tre moodboards och två tillfällen hölls med Permobils anställda för att skissa på idéer och lösningsförslag. Koncept som valdes att vidareutvecklades utvärderades genom 3D-modellering samt via skapandet av fysiska prototyper. De fysiska prototyperna funktionstestades mot den elektriska rullstolen för att utvärdera rörelsemönster, begränsningar och infästningsmöjligheter. En slutgiltig prototyp erhölls, där ett mekaniskt system omvandlade en linjär rörelse till en cirkulär. Rörelsen motsvarade 90° och tillät exempelvis väskor och påsar i storleken 20 liter att förflytta sig från den elektriska rullstolens rygg till dess sida. Projektets mål ansågs därför uppfyllda. Inga utmattningstester utfördes på prototypen då det varken var ekonomiskt eller tidsmässigt lönsamt i dess tidiga stadie och ska-krav som existerar på grund av ISO-standarder uppfylldes därför inte. Simuleringar och ytterligare utveckling i aluminium hade också varit nödvändigt för att bekräfta och uppfylla att konstruktionen håller för den önskade maxvikten. Resterande krav ansågs uppfyllda. Då ytterligare tester och förbättringar behövs så kan inte syftet för projektet anses vara uppfyllt, men visionen om en ökad självständighet lever vidare med prototypens vidareutveckling. / Permobil AB is a medical technology company that, among other things, manufactures electric wheelchairs. There is currently no major storage solution for these wheelchairs that allows users easy access to the content. The absence of storage leads to the use of improvised and home-made solutions, which in turn leads to secondary problems such as impaired stability and pressure ulcers. The project's goal was therefore to create a prototype (including its 3D models) that allowed up to 20 liters of storage with accessibility for the user. The overall purpose of the project was to increase the independence of Permobil's users and to increase their ability to participate in everyday activities. Given the prevailing Covid-19 circumstances at the time of this work, no usability tests were performed directly on users to minimize the spread of the virus. The prototype was chosen to be adapted only to Permobil's seating system Corpus. The design process was used as the project's main development method where data collection consisted of initial usability tests in order to see problems and needs, user stories, a user journey and a risk analysis. All parts contributed to the creation of a requirements specification. In the design-oriented parts of the project, three mood boards were created and two occasions were held with Permobil's employees to sketch ideas and solution proposals. Concepts chosen to be further developed were evaluated through 3D modeling and the creation of physical prototypes. The physical prototypes were functionally tested against the electric wheelchair to assess movement patterns, limitations and attachment possibilities. A final prototype was obtained, in which a mechanical system converted a linear motion into a circular one. The movement corresponded to 90° and allowed, for example, bags in the size of 20 liters to move from the back of the electric wheelchair to its side. The project's goals were therefore considered achieved. No fatigue tests were performed on the prototype as it was neither economically nor temporally profitable in its early stages and requirements that exist due to ISO standards were therefore not met. Simulations and further development in aluminum are also necessary to confirm and fulfill that the construction holds for the desired maximum weight. The remaining requirements were considered met. As further tests and improvements are needed, the purpose of the project cannot be considered fulfilled. Still, the vision of increased independence lives on with the further development of the prototype.

"Submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in the Occupational Therapy Department, College of Allied Health and Nursing, Nova Southeastern University." The author explored the current state of practice and the essential elements in the wheelchair assessment and procurement process. Obtaining the correct wheelchair is a complex process, involving the client, family, practitioners, suppliers, manufacturers, policy makers and insurers. This study utilized a qualitative research approach using Participatory Action Research (PAR) and a Delphi consensus approach to garner input from 155 individuals who have experience in the field of wheelchair assessments. While wheelchair users account for 1% of the United States population over the age of 6, they experience oppression, unemployment, and activity limitations. The findings of this study suggest that the wheelchair assessment process be theoretically based on empowerment and reflect a client-centered process.

Background & Problem description: Parents with disabilities affecting their ability to ambulate, like spinal cord injuries, struggle to find knowledge and assistive technology that sufficiently satisfies their needs for support while caring for their children. For parents that use wheelchairs, propelling a stroller to safely and securely transport their child is difficult and currently there are very few products that aim to solve this challenge. Aim: The aim of this project is to identify and understand the challenges and needs of parents who require the use of wheelchairs in relation to independent ambulation with a stroller, and in doing so to develop a concept to meet these needs and challenges. Method: This project achieves this aim by applying a compilation of the Double Diamond approach and the Bootleg Design thinking design approach. The main modes of the design process followed were Discover, Define, Develop, and Deliver and Testing. During the Discover stage the information regarding the focus of the project is gathered through an in-depth literature study, a market study and semi structured interviews with potential users. The Define stage focuses on using the information gathered during the preceding stage to revaluate the intended aim and research questions, as well as to create a framework of needs that the design must satisfy and eventually creating a mood board. The Develop stage is the stage in which comprehensive design concepts are generated according to the design framework, these concepts are then evaluated, and initial mock-ups are created. The Deliver and Testing, focuses on constructing prototypes of the concepts chosen for development and evaluating the prototypes according to the design framework in order to measure how well the product may satisfy the needs stipulated in the design framework as well as to discern the perceived value of the product from the perspective of potential users.Results & Conclusion: This project set out to investigate and understand the needs of parents requiring the use of wheelchairs, specifically within the scope of using a stroller, and using the insight gained to develop a concept that satisfies these needs. After reviewing the available literature covering these individuals’ experiences in the context of childcare, it was found that research into the topic is very limited. Through individual contact in the form of informed semi-structured interviews with the target group valuable feedback was collected and a set of base needs was synthesised. These base needs informed the compilation of a design framework which formed the basis of how the concept should function in order to satisfy the needs of its potential users.

This study investigates the functional and aesthetic needs in adaptive clothes, with emphasis on trousers for wheelchair users. A pair of trousers were provided by Design by Björk to be investigated and distinguish if the desired consumers' needs are met. It’s important to acknowledge the importance of aesthetic and functional attributes in clothing, to not separate standard and adaptive clothing design. In addition, the socio-psychological impact clothes have on wheelchair users was researched, to emphasize the need for an inclusive fashion industry. In the research process for the study it is acknowledged that previous studies encourage further focus on aesthetically pleasing elementents in adaptive clothing. The aim is to increase awareness of how important this aspect is for the consumer in interaction with functionality. A mixed method approach made with convergent parallel design was used to collect data, utilizing surveys and interviews. It is presented that wheelchair users value the functional, aesthetic and comfortable aspects in clothing equally, and that it is important to not compromise with any aspect in the design process. The study confirms that clothing can have a negative impact on the wheelchair users psychological and physical wellbeing, which is highly related to the lack of clothing in the market range that meets the wheelchair users needs. A sample sketch was developed with suggested improvements for a pair of trousers provided by Design by Björk. The result demonstrates that adding adjustable attributes to the trousers can contribute to increased comfort, aesthetic and functional needs of the consumers.

Haptical technology is a field that is under constant development and that exists in many of today’s products, for example in VR-games and in the controls for vehicles. This kind of technology could in the same way simplify for disabled people by their being able to control a wheelchair using hand gestures. The purpose of this project is to research if a wheelchair can be controlled with hand gestures, and in that case, in which way that would be the most optimal. To answer the research questions in the project, a small scale prototype wheelchair was developed. This prototype is based on a microcontroller, Arduino, that is controlled by a sensor, IMU, that reads the angle of the user’s hand. Together, the components control two motors and steer the wheelchair. The result shows how hand gestures can steer the wheelchair forward, backward, left and right under constant speed, as well as making it stop. The prototype is able to follow the movements of the user’s hand, but reacts more slowly than would be desirable in a real situation. In spite of the fact that there are many different aspects to haptical steering of a wheelchair, this project shows that there is a large potential in implementing this kind of technology in an actual wheelchair. / Haptiskt styrning är en teknologi som utvecklas snabbt och inkorporeras i många av dagens produkter, till exempel i allt från VR-spel till styrning av fordon. På samma sätt skulle denna teknologi kunna underlätta för rörelsehindrade genom att erbjuda styrning av rullstol med hjälp av handrörelser. Syftet med detta projekt var därför att undersöka om en rullstol kan styras med handrörelser och i så fall vilket sätt som är optimalt. För att besvara rapportens frågeställning har framtagningen av en prototyp av en rullstol i liten skala gjorts. Denna är baserad på en mikrodator, Arduino, som styrs av en sensor, IMU, som mäter vinkeln på användarens hand. Med hjälp av dessa kan motorerna styras och rullstolen manövreras. Resultatet av rapporten har lett till ett förslag på hur handrörelser kan styra rullstolen framåt, bakåt, till vänster och till höger under konstant fart samt få den att stanna. Protypen följer gesterna som användarens hand visar, men reagerar långsammare än vad som vore önskvärt i verkligheten. Trots att många utvecklingsmöjligheter kvarstår för haptisk styrning av en rullstol, visar detta arbete att det finns stor potential i att implementera denna teknik med handrörelsestyrning i en verklig rullstol.

Indien är ett utvecklingsland med en ekonomisk tillväxt som ökar inom industri- och tjänstesektorn. Tyvärr verkar inte tillväxt och utveckling nå ut till funktionshindrade och fattiga människor. Under två månader genomfördes en fältstudie i norra delen av Indien; ett arbete som inleddes i Sverige där systemet för hjälpmedel undersöktes. Studien i Indien innehöll intervjuer, en användarstudie och flera besök för att undersöka situationen och starta utvecklingen av en prototyp. Målet var att utveckla en rullstol som lämpar sig för funktionshindrade i Indien och skapa en prototyp för användartestning. Produktutveckling ägde rum under hela projektet; målgrupp och krav på rullstolen kom fram genom brainstorming. Undersökningarna och fältstudien visade att det är en betydande skillnad mellan hur systemet för funktionshindrade personer fungerar i Indien jämfört med Sverige. De flesta av användarna i Indien hade en trehjuling som i grunden är en rullstol men med ett hjul i fronten och annan styrning. Som förbättringar ville användarna erhålla bättre ergonomi och säkerhet. Det slutliga konceptet har en ergonomiskt riktig sittställning, konstruktionen är lägre och mindre än den befintliga trehjulingen. Material för prototypen inhandlades på en marknad och en cykelverkstad i Kanpur. Prototypen jämfördes med den befintliga trehjulingen som är den typ av rullstol som kom närmast konstruktionen av prototypen. Denna jämförelse visade att prototypen är mindre, har ett sänkt underrede och en ny teknik för styrning. Nästa steg i utvecklingen skulle vara att expandera fältstudien, konstruera nästa prototyp och utföra ytterligare användartester. / India is a developing country with an economic growth that is increasing in the industry and service sector. Unfortunately the growth and the development do not seem to reach out to disabled and poor people. During two months a field study was conducted in the northern part of India; the work begun in Sweden where the system of aid was investigated. Research in India contained interviews, a user study and several visits to investigate the situation there and to start a development of a prototype. The aim was to develop a wheelchair suitable for disabled people in India and to create a prototype for user testing. Product development took place throughout the project; target group and demands on the wheelchair was formed through brainstorming. The investigations and field study showed that it is a significant difference between how the system concerning disabled people and aid works in India in comparison with Sweden. Most of the users in India had a tricycle, which is basically a wheelchair with one wheel in the front and with different steering. As improvements, better ergonomics and safety was asked for. The final concept have an ergonomically correct sitting position, is lowered and smaller than the existing tricycle. Materials for prototyping were gathered at a market and a cycle repair shop in Kanpur. The prototype was compared to the existing tricycle, which is the type of wheelchair that came closest to the construction of the prototype. This comparison showed that the prototype is smaller, has a lowered undercarriage and a completely new technique of steering. Next step in the development could be to expand the field study, construct another prototype and conduct further user testing.