Abstract
Buddyroll is a smart stroller designed especially for children with Muscular Dystrophy (MD), a condition that slowly weakens their muscles and affects their ability to move around independently. Many children with MD, especially those with Duchenne MD, often lose the ability to walk and perform daily activities on their own. Current mobility tools like wheelchairs or regular strollers don’t offer the smart features or comfort these children really need and that’s where Buddyroll comes in. One of the main focuses of this design is the seat, which is built for maximum comfort and long-term use. The seat uses soft, breathable materials that are gentle on the body, combined with an adjustable metal frame that helps support the child’s posture and reduce pressure on weak muscles. Since many children with MD sit for long hours, this part of the design is important for their comfort and well-being. The stroller’s metal structure makes it strong and stable, but also flexible enough to support smart features like health tracking and movement assistance. This helps caregivers monitor the child’s condition in real time while giving the child a sense of freedom and independence. Overall, Buddyroll aims to make everyday life a bit easier for children with MD and their families. It’s more than just a stroller it’s a thoughtful tool that brings comfort, safety, and a bit more confidence to kids who need it most.
Metadata
| Item Type: | Article |
|---|---|
| Creators: | Creators Email / ID Num. Lutfi Annuar, Liyana Athirah Liyanaa394@gmail.com Azizan@Mahdzir, Hasnul Azwan hasnul622@uitm.edu.my Mohd Noor, Muhamad Aiman Afiq aimanafiq@uitm.edu.my |
| Contributors: | Contribution Name Email / ID Num. Editor Shawalluddin, Syahrini syahrini@uitm.edu.my Editor Jamaludin, Juaini juaini@uitm.edu.my Editor Hassan, Normaziana normazianahassan@uitm.edu.my Editor Mohd Yusof, Fadila fadila675@uitm.edu.my |
| Subjects: | T Technology > TS Manufactures > Production management. Operations management T Technology > TS Manufactures > Production management. Operations management > Product engineering > Product design. Industrial design |
| Divisions: | Universiti Teknologi MARA, Kedah > Sg Petani Campus > Faculty of Art and Design |
| Journal or Publication Title: | Design Innovation Academic Show (DIAS) 2025 |
| ISSN: | 978672948780 |
| Page Range: | pp. 573-577 |
| Keywords: | Smart, Comfort, Durable, Mobility, Supportive |
| Date: | 2025 |
| URI: | https://ir.uitm.edu.my/id/eprint/135653 |
