A Versatile Stepladder for Older People and Caregivers

    Inventor

    The invention includes four functions; stepladder, walking aid, wheelchair, and Pilates chair. The stepladder rigidity is managed by lockable wheels at the base, and foldable support stands at the second step. The second step is made flexible for the Pilates chair by folding the support stands and using springs to create resistance for exercise purposes. The foldable support stands act as stoppers that resist the flexibility of the second step when the stepladder is needed. The handles are adjustable to accommodate different user heights for the wheelchair and wheeled walker functions. This invention can be used by both elderly people and elderly caregivers at foster care homes. It is about RM 900 (two times cheaper than competitors) and at TRL3. A patent has been filed on 3 Oct 2022 (PI2022005469).

  • Description of Invention

    Assoc. Prof. Ir. Ts. Dr. Ng Poh Kiat

  • Intellectual Property (IP) Status

    • Copyright Affirmed
    • Patent Filed
    • TRL Status: 3

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