TriPawd

Dog Wheelchair for Arizona State University

TriPawd is a wheeled-based assistive device that allows handicapped dogs who lost one of their front legs to jump on and off without any strapping mechanisms or the owner’s assistance. Two rear wheels improve both the stability and mobility of the device, while a front wheel on the metal tube frame connecting the two wheels provides support for the chest cup. The bent metal frame provides space for the dog to walk without any interference of the front leg. The pole is height-adjustable and straps are optional to attach for outdoor activities.

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Unique Properties

This project was to design an assistive device that will help 3 legs-handicapped dogs walk and stand on their own. Two large rear wheels were used to improve both the stability and mobility of the device, while a front small wheel on the metal tube frame connecting the two wheels provided strong support for the chest cup. The bent metal frame provided just enough space for the dog to walk without any interference of his legs. The pole is height-adjustable for different sizes of dogs.

Tags

Handicapped dog, dog wheelchair, animal assistive device, product design, product innovation

Production Technology

Bent metal frame, fiberglass chest cup

Design Challenge

One key aspect while collecting measurements of the dog is that dogs don’t understand what is happening in the same way human subjects would understand. Another challenging factor was that animals are not able to communicate and provide the same level of feedback as a human, regarding comfortability and overall effectiveness of the device. Since it was such a huge challenge to measure the accurate size and shape of the dog’s upper body, the designer produced a series of different-sized chest cups, followed by the repetition of measurements.

Project Duration

The project started in July 2019 in Tempe, Arizona, U.S, and finished in December 2020.

Operation Flow

This device helps 3 legs-handicapped dogs walk and stand on their own for longer periods of time without any assistance from the owners.

Research

This project introduces the design and development of a new assistive wheeled product for handicapped dogs. The device is specifically targeted for a 5-year-old mastiff who lost one of his front legs due to a gunshot accident in California, U.S. This study involves research, design, and usability testing with a series of working prototypes on the dog.

Inspiration

Sadly, the dog had no bone structure left due to his left front leg being completely removed from surgery. Because of this, the design direction was focused on a wheeled type of mobility device called a dog wheelchair due to its similar functionality to a human wheelchair. This device allows the dog to jump on and off easily without any strapping mechanisms on his body. This will also allow the dog to sit and lie down freely without his owner’s assistance.

Image Credits

Image #1: Creator, Dosun Shin, 2020. Optional Image #1: Creator, Dosun Shin, 2020. Optional Image #2: Creator, Dosun Shin, 2020. Optional Image #3: Photographer, Dosun Shin, 2020. Optional Image #4: Photographer, Dosun Shin, 2020.

Project Overview

TriPawd Dog Wheelchair has been a Silver winner in the Pet Care, Toys, Supplies and Products for Animals Design award category in the year 2020 organized by the prestigious A' Design Award & Competition. The Silver A' Design Award celebrates top-tier designs that embody excellence and innovation. This award acknowledges creations that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also highly functional, reflecting the designer's deep understanding and skill. Silver A' Design Award recipients are recognized for their contribution to raising industry standards and advancing the practice of design. Their work often incorporates original innovations and elicits a strong emotional response, making a notable impact on the improvement of everyday life.

Silver Recognition

Dosun Shin was recognized with the coveted Silver A' Design Award in 2021, a testament to excellence of their work TriPawd Dog Wheelchair.

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