Necessity of Project:

Electric tricycles for specially-abled individuals are designed with accessibility, stability, and ease of use in mind. These vehicles provide greater mobility, independence, and comfort for people with physical limitations.

Project Scope and Objectives

•  Purpose: Develop an electric tricycle specifically designed for specially-abled individuals, providing greater mobility, independence, and inclusion.
• Target Audience: Individuals with limited mobility, balance issues, or other physical disabilities, as well as seniors or those recovering from injury.
• Project Goals: Design a customizable, user-friendly electric tricycle. o Ensure the tricycle is accessible, safe, and comfortable for the target audience. Use environmentally sustainable materials and technology

Background and Context

In India, mobility challenges are a significant barrier for specially-abled individuals in accessing education, employment, healthcare, and social activities. Public transportation is often inaccessible, and traditional mobility aids such as manual wheelchairs or bicycles require significant physical effort, limiting their usability. Recognizing the need for an affordable, accessible, and environmentally friendly solution, the Mobility Access Foundation launched a pilot project to develop and distribute electric tricycles (e-trikes) for specially-abled individuals. The primary aim of this project was to provide these individuals with an innovative mobility solution that enhances independence, improves access to opportunities, and fosters greater social inclusion.