Abstract
With its innovation in mobility aids, StrideEase-a walking stick with a seat for the elderly-gives comfort, security, and independence to seniors who seek support while walking or during a break in their daily routine. A walking stick and a folding seat come together in this multifunctional device, thus allowing the user to rest as needed at public places or during long walks. The design of the StrideEase focuses on ergonomics, stability, and ease of use. Using lightweight materials such as stainless steel and modified polyethyelene terepthalate gives controllable weight while maintaining strength. It has an ergonomically designed handle that promotes grip and reduces the amount of stress on the wrist. The seat easily folds and locks into place, providing a solidly secure sitting surface. There are also antislip rubber tips for extra grip, which make the StrideEase appropriate for numerous different indoor and outdoor applications. StrideEase is intended for elderly people and those with limited stamina, as well as for caregivers in search of a reliable mobility aid. In its strong yet compact design, StrideEase encourages healthy aging by facilitating movement while preventing fatigue and offering convenience. It is a truly thoughtful, inclusive design that endeavors to enhance the quality of life through its functional attributes and ease of use.
Metadata
| Item Type: | Article |
|---|---|
| Creators: | Creators Email / ID Num. Mohd Hafiz, Mohd Danish mohddanishhafiz420@gmail.com Azizan@Mahdzir, Hasnul Azwan hasnul622@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. 615-619 |
| Keywords: | Mobility aid, Safety, Foldable seat, Ergonomics, Durable |
| Date: | 2025 |
| URI: | https://ir.uitm.edu.my/id/eprint/135825 |
