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Accessible Mini-golf Table Red A

Concept n A table-top game of mini-golf that is easily modifiable, accessible to a wide group of disabled and handicapped people, and fun for anyone to play. n Bring an outdoor pastime inside.

Customer Market n Wheelchair users n Motor skill ailments n Other physically or mentally handicapped people n Centers for independent living n Families n Golf enthusiasts

Contact n Ian Smith n Powered wheelchair user n MIT sophomore

Research n Survey of various tabletop games, including pool, foosball, table tennis, and air hockey n Tabletop heights vs. waist height and posture -- extrapolated to people sitting down n Customer feedback by Ian Smith

Design for Accessibility n Knee and wheelchair clearance n 30 inches off of ground n Above ADA regulation of 27 inches n Allows knees and most wheelchair arms to slide under table n Tabletop playing height n 36 inches off of ground n Emulates a billiards player ’ s stance by placing at chin-level of a wheelchair user

Design for Accessibility n Leg design n Center-placed supports for wheelchair accessibility n Putting cue n Extremely easy to aim, use, and handle n Ergonomic design emulating foosball n Lightweight n Resistant to breakage or dropping n Safe

Concept Visualization

Design Challenges n Adjustable, motorized height while keeping the playing surface level n Materials selection for lightweight and durable components n Stable, ergonomic, and versatile putter cue

Scope of Project n Human factors engineering n Ergonomics n Rigorous consumer testing and feedback n Making a product that customers find entertaining

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