Assumptions
There is a caregiver available to help the patient.
The patient is able to participate in the transfer.
The patient weighs 300 pounds.
The power chair weighs 250 pounds.
The final design must be:
Sturdy – the design must be able to support at least 300 pounds at all times.
Simple – easy to use and maintain.
Low profile – the device should not add more than 6 inches to the average seat height.
Modest lifetime - the device should last at most twice the lifetime of the chair.
Competitive pricing - The overall cost of the chair should not exceed $3,500.
