Enhanced Steering and Drive Adaptations of Modified Ride-On Toy Cars for Improved Directional Control in Very Young Children With Severe Multiple Developmental Impairments
Juan Aceros, Mary Lundy
Abstract
Background and Purpose: One emerging power mobility device (PMD) option that has gained recognition as a means for a cost-effective introduction to power mobility for young children is the battery powered modified ride-on toy car. Many groups, nationally and internationally, have been modifying battery powered ride-on toy cars by adding seating support and a large center placed push button switch for motor activation. The purpose of this technical report is to introduce an enhanced steering and drive system based on proportional control through a joystick.
Topics & Concepts
JoystickBattery (electricity)Computer scienceControl (management)Personal mobilityPhysical medicine and rehabilitationSimulationPower (physics)PsychologyMedicineTelecommunicationsArtificial intelligenceQuantum mechanicsPhysicsCerebral Palsy and Movement DisordersAssistive Technology in Communication and MobilityFamily and Disability Support Research