
Industry: Transportation
Project: Aftermarket Wheelchair Ramp
1,000
lbs. weight capacity
250k
cycles lifetime durability
Services Provided (to be adjusted):
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Competitive landscape survey
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Project management service
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Manufacturing & Sourcing
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Materials consultation
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Onshore and offshore manufacturing support
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Contract Manufacturing (CM) service
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CNC Production
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Fabrication (Welding, Sheet Metal, etc.)
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Mechanical Engineering
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Mechanical Design and Drafting
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Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
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Design for Manufacturability (DFM)
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Design for Assembly (DFA)
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Process Engineering & Optimization
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Tolerance Analysis
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Material Selection and Analysis
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Design Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (DFMEA)
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Mechanical Systems Integration
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Rapid Prototyping
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3D Modeling and Simulation
Project Detail:
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Objective: The project's primary aim was to design a wheelchair lift system that could be integrated under a van. Key goals included ensuring the lift fits neatly under the van, minimizing modifications to the vehicle, and maintaining the van's full functionality.
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Challenges:
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Preserving all existing functionalities of the van.
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Achieving a quick, 30-minute changeover for maintenance purposes.
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Ensuring roll-on/roll-off wheelchair capability with a gentle 1:6 slope for easy access.
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Strategy and Achievements:
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Developed a lift with a robust 1,000 lbs weight capacity, catering to a wide range of wheelchairs.
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Achieved a significant milestone in durability, with the lift designed for 250,000 cycles, ensuring long-term reliability.
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Successfully integrated the system with minimal van modifications, demonstrating innovative engineering and design.



Robust 1,000 lbs weight capacity, catering to a wide range of wheelchairs
Preserving all existing functionalities of the van.