ASSISTIVE EQUIPMENT CONTROLLER FOR QUADRIPLEGICS

  • 1 January 1979
    • journal article
    • research article
    • Vol. 145  (3) , 84-88
Abstract
A joystick is traditionally used to manipulate electrically powered wheelchairs and radio-controlled model aeroplanes. Extensive modifications of the joystick have resulted in the development of an inconspicuous chin-operated control; the latter enables quadriplegics with high-level spinal cord injuries to operate not only electric wheelchairs but also a complete range of other assistive devices, including robotic arm and environmental control systems currently under development. Through the use of the chin-operated control such quadriplegics can manipulate any of these devices or systems without the help of an attendant and without interfering with the use of a mouthstick.

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