Evolution
Powered wheelchairs of the present day are developed to sit, lie and stand. They have Bluetooth, GPS, USB, touchscreens, cup holders, storage cases and other features. However, about 70% of wheelchair users, despite their shoulder and wrist pain, choose manual wheelchairs instead. These wheelchairs have remained largely unchanged over hundreds of years of evolution, only today they are made not only of wood but also of aluminium, titanium, and carbon fibre. Why the preference for the hand pushed wheelchairs? Powered wheelchairs are large, heavy and fairly slow. What other options could there be for those who have mobility problems but are active and eager for new technologies?
We offer a powerchair that can hardly be called a wheelchair and:
• is completely controlled by upper body movements, rather than traditional joystick or other controls, leaving the user’s hands free • can change height from sitting to standing in seconds and allows easy and comfortable operation at eye level • can travel at 20 km/h • is agile and manoeuvrable, even in the narrowest spaces and is more compact than a manual wheelchair • weighs less than 40 kg • is designed to move freely both indoors or outdoors and even off-road.
Kim-e
Self-balancing Personal Mobility Robot
Eye level height
Ability to lift yourself in a single-button operation and ride freely at eye level
Lightweight
Only 38 kg
Remote control
Ability to control the device with a smartphone
Comfort ride
Integrated air shock absorber
Hands free
Controlled by intuitive upper body movements, leaving the user’s hands free
Compact
Only 59 cm wide
Ergonomic saddle
The saddle, backrest, and leg supports formed according to body shape
Folding backrest
Folding backrest for easier transfer and transportation
Technical Data
Max speed in normal mode: 20 km/h
Variable max speed in limited mode: 4 – 12 km/h
Seat height from the ground: 50 – 88 cm
Max range: 30 km
Batteries: 620 Wh / 55.5 V / 11.2 Ah
Battery charge time: 4 hours
Obstacle height: 5 cm on standard tyres/ 7 cm off-road tyres
Climbing angle: 20 deg
Turning radius: R=0
Parking: button operated stabilising legs
Total width: 59 cm
Total length: 60 – 70 cm
Overall height: 105 cm
Transport dimensions LxWxH: 70 x 59 x 56 cm (with the backrest folded)
Wheel diameter: 39 cm
Weight: 38 kg (batteries included)
User weight: 40 – 90 kg
Lighting: built-in front and rear LED lights
Optional:
- Off-road wheels
- Transport bag
- Color on request
Positive effect on health
When compared to conventional wheelchairs, the Kim-e has a clear positive effect on the user's spine, especially the neck area. Muscles of the vertebral column are involved in device control, thereby they are constantly trained. Prolonged use of the Kim-e in a riding posture provides positive effects on the thorax (ergonomic posture has a positive effect on cardiovascular and respiratory function) and diaphragm (diaphragm pressure is significantly reduced, which facilitates better digestion and bowel movements). In addition to these physical benefits, the Kim-e also provides dignity and confidence, which will definitely have a profound effect on the user's mental health.
