http://www.instructables.com Mon, 20 May 2013 01:51:05 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Guitar-Tuner-for-the-Blind-using-an-Arduino/
Guitar Tuner for the Blind (using an Arduino) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F47/TVY0/HEBNH1AX/F47TVY0HEBNH1AX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F47/TVY0/HEBNH1AX/F47TVY0HEBNH1AX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F47/TVY0/HEBNH1AX/F47TVY0HEBNH1AX.SMALL.jpg Remap How to modify a guitar tuner so it can be used by a blind person This build uses an Arduino Pro mini microcontroller, (all code is provided). This project was undertaken for the charity Remap, which provides custom-made equipment for people with disabilities. Summary Begin with an LED electro...
By: Remap

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 30 Mar 2013 05:01:17 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Training-Cane-for-Todler/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSY/GT0H/HET1FGP2/FSYGT0HHET1FGP2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSY/GT0H/HET1FGP2/FSYGT0HHET1FGP2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSY/GT0H/HET1FGP2/FSYGT0HHET1FGP2.SMALL.jpg hughmorme This cane was made for the purpose of transitioning from a walker to a cane.  The canes were purchased at a local pharmacy.  They were the same size.  By shortening one of the canes bottom sections, and modifying the cut section into two pieces, the "assistive" cane was created. You will need to us...
By: hughmorme

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 30 Mar 2013 21:23:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Sustainable-Automatic-Power-Supply-Sockets-Desig/
Sustainable Automatic Power Supply & Sockets Shutoff - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJK/ULLG/HCB87WMY/FJKULLGHCB87WMY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJK/ULLG/HCB87WMY/FJKULLGHCB87WMY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJK/ULLG/HCB87WMY/FJKULLGHCB87WMY.SMALL.jpg hertzgamma Have you heard about standby power use? This is when you turn your game console off from the remote control and think it does not consume any power from the grid ... this is wrong ... check this list below that shows the amount of standby power usage of some appliances:         Appliance:  (Range...
By: hertzgamma

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 25 Jan 2013 06:21:13 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/HandSight-A-Glove-for-the-Blind-to-Feel-Shapes-an/
HandSight: A Glove for the Blind to Feel Shapes and Navigate Obstacles - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F41/BP3J/HAQ2TJH9/F41BP3JHAQ2TJH9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F41/BP3J/HAQ2TJH9/F41BP3JHAQ2TJH9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F41/BP3J/HAQ2TJH9/F41BP3JHAQ2TJH9.SMALL.jpg lstearns86 HandSight is a prototype glove to aid the blind. It can sense the lightness or darkness of a surface with tactile feedback from a vibration motor for each individual finger. It can also sense distance from physical objects or obstructions and indicate direction and distance with the same vibration...
By: lstearns86

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 18 Dec 2012 12:53:53 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Haptic-Proximity-Module-HPM-for-Low-Vision-users/
Haptic Proximity Module (HPM) for Low Vision users - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTA/YTDS/H8CVGGRK/FTAYTDSH8CVGGRK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTA/YTDS/H8CVGGRK/FTAYTDSH8CVGGRK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTA/YTDS/H8CVGGRK/FTAYTDSH8CVGGRK.SMALL.jpg ishamsul The Haptic Proximity Module (HPM) seeks to enable people with low vision, or other vision impairments, to engage with their direct surroundings through vibration feedback from a range detector, and do so cheaply with readily available components. The aim of this instructables is to share the parts ...
By: ishamsul

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 25 Oct 2012 11:14:33 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Fridge-Door-Detector-Alarm/
Fridge Door Detector Alarm - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXS/J8MC/H7URBSFH/FXSJ8MCH7URBSFH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXS/J8MC/H7URBSFH/FXSJ8MCH7URBSFH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXS/J8MC/H7URBSFH/FXSJ8MCH7URBSFH.SMALL.jpg hertzgamma Has it ever happened to you to go to the fridge and discover that its door is slightly opened ... and probably most your food went to the trash ... Ghhhrr that jammed door that needs an extra push to make it close properly ....... This instructables will show you how to make an alarm system that wi...
By: hertzgamma

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 13 Sep 2012 07:16:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Feel-The-Code-Reader-Part-2-LED-Hardware/
Feel-The-Code Reader - Part 2: LED Hardware - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJO/ICVE/H5ZJL0ZK/FJOICVEH5ZJL0ZK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJO/ICVE/H5ZJL0ZK/FJOICVEH5ZJL0ZK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJO/ICVE/H5ZJL0ZK/FJOICVEH5ZJL0ZK.SMALL.jpg bikeframe Feel-The-Code (F-T-C) is a vibra-tactile Morse Code text reader. It has a software component and a hardware component. Its purpose is to make it possible to read any text file silently and without looking at the computer. With F-T-C a person who is blind can read text easily and unobtrusively. Part...
By: bikeframe

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 20 Aug 2012 03:47:59 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Feel-The-Code-A-Haptic-Morse-Code-Reader-Part-/
Feel-The-Code (A Haptic Morse Code Reader) - Part 1: Software - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC6/67JV/H5W8ACQ3/FC667JVH5W8ACQ3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC6/67JV/H5W8ACQ3/FC667JVH5W8ACQ3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC6/67JV/H5W8ACQ3/FC667JVH5W8ACQ3.SMALL.jpg bikeframe Feel-The-Code (F-T-C) is a vibra-tactile Morse Code text reader. It has a software component and a hardware component. Its purpose is to make it possible to read any text file silently and without looking at the computer. With F-T-C a person who is blind can read text easily and unobtrusively. Ther...
By: bikeframe

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 18 Aug 2012 09:29:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Quickly-Find-And-Trace-PCB-Tracks-1/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRS/AR5E/H5JVORZ4/FRSAR5EH5JVORZ4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRS/AR5E/H5JVORZ4/FRSAR5EH5JVORZ4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRS/AR5E/H5JVORZ4/FRSAR5EH5JVORZ4.SMALL.jpg hertzgamma This instructable will show you how to create a tool that will allow you to easily and quickly find and trace a PCB track. Whether you are creating a PCB or you are modifying or repairing it - this tool will save you lots of time and energy! Stuck with finding a track on a multi-layered PCB? No pro...
By: hertzgamma

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 11 Aug 2012 03:22:33 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Human-Camera-the-Making-of-Touchy/
How to Make a Human Camera - the Making of Touchy - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F84/2LLP/H1YOB799/F842LLPH1YOB799.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F84/2LLP/H1YOB799/F842LLPH1YOB799.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F84/2LLP/H1YOB799/F842LLPH1YOB799.SMALL.jpg ericsiu My name is Eric Siu, a media artist from Hong Kong and the creator of Touchy, which is a collaborative project with Tomohiko Hayakawa and Carson Reynolds. Touchy is a social interaction experiment that focuses on the relationship of giving and receiving by literally transforming a human into a camer...
By: ericsiu

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 15 Jun 2012 07:57:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Prototype-Hover-Platform/
Prototype Hover Platform - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV8/0SAX/H01N5ZAB/FV80SAXH01N5ZAB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV8/0SAX/H01N5ZAB/FV80SAXH01N5ZAB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV8/0SAX/H01N5ZAB/FV80SAXH01N5ZAB.SMALL.jpg ScitechWA Here is a Hover Platform we built for an upcoming Young Innovators Festival that we are hosting at Scitech. This is how you can make a Hover floating style platform easily and cheaply. The main body of the unit is made from MDF (Craftwood) and a tarpaulin, and uses a portable battery powered blower...
By: ScitechWA

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 28 Mar 2012 22:32:06 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Mouse-Based-USB-Switch-Interface/
Mouse Based USB Switch Interface - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV0/J3ZL/GYC4NXVH/FV0J3ZLGYC4NXVH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV0/J3ZL/GYC4NXVH/FV0J3ZLGYC4NXVH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV0/J3ZL/GYC4NXVH/FV0J3ZLGYC4NXVH.SMALL.jpg RCS82 First off, I have to give credit where credit is due. This instructable is based heavily on base2john's great instructable entitled Holiday Toy Switch Adapting. In this instructable, I adapted those instructions to apply to a USB mouse. Why a USB switch interface? My wife is an itinerant teacher w...
By: RCS82

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 Feb 2012 16:41:03 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-switch-Adapt-a-Giggle-Pig/
Switch Adapted Giggle Pig - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXS/QSRJ/GX106YEV/FXSQSRJGX106YEV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXS/QSRJ/GX106YEV/FXSQSRJGX106YEV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXS/QSRJ/GX106YEV/FXSQSRJGX106YEV.SMALL.jpg daveat Switch adapted toys are expensive and the variety can be only determined by a few companies that essentially do what I have done here.   Although like many toys last only as long as the kids are interested in them.  As switch toys go this has it all for simple cause and effect.  The vibration, motio...
By: daveat

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 6 Jan 2012 10:55:04 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-build-your-own-PVC-Walker/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYX/RC7Z/GUKARQXM/FYXRC7ZGUKARQXM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYX/RC7Z/GUKARQXM/FYXRC7ZGUKARQXM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYX/RC7Z/GUKARQXM/FYXRC7ZGUKARQXM.SMALL.jpg gluckc Learn how to make your own walker from PVC pipe and other parts available at any hardware store.
By: gluckc

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 9 Nov 2011 14:52:47 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Toilet-Buddy/
Toilet Buddy - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4S/2OKG/GUPCC42R/F4S2OKGGUPCC42R.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4S/2OKG/GUPCC42R/F4S2OKGGUPCC42R.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4S/2OKG/GUPCC42R/F4S2OKGGUPCC42R.SMALL.jpg Gadget Gangster Say goodbye to embarrassing bathroom sounds, leaving the seat up, or forgetting to turn off the light with Toilet Buddy! Here's a little demo of Toilet Buddy in action. &amp...
By: Gadget Gangster

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 8 Nov 2011 09:23:52 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/EMG-Biofeedback/
EMG Biofeedback - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3R/S9IH/GUEONAUD/F3RS9IHGUEONAUD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3R/S9IH/GUEONAUD/F3RS9IHGUEONAUD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3R/S9IH/GUEONAUD/F3RS9IHGUEONAUD.SMALL.jpg randofo This biofeedback setup uses an EMG sensor to represent muscle tension as a series of beeps and allows you to train your body to adjust muscle tension at will. In short, the more tense you are, the faster the beeps become, and the more relaxed, the slower. Using this device you can learn how to regu...
By: randofo

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 31 Oct 2011 16:28:16 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Idiot-Proof-Dishwasher/
The Idiot Proof Dishwasher - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBV/IHN1/GSUSMZV2/FBVIHN1GSUSMZV2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBV/IHN1/GSUSMZV2/FBVIHN1GSUSMZV2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBV/IHN1/GSUSMZV2/FBVIHN1GSUSMZV2.SMALL.jpg ZJ-Weaver A crack team of Carnegie-Mellon students attempt to stop college roommates from improperly loading a dishwasher which results in cruddy dishes, a waste of energy, and often some hard feelings :( What was our solution? Follow the steps below to see. Keep in mind, what's shown is a prototype that doe...
By: ZJ-Weaver

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 25 Sep 2011 20:27:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Fabricate-Configure-and-Install-a-Backup-/
How to Fabricate, Configure, and Install a Backup System Camera onto a Wheelchair - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTF/1IW7/GRTHP3S8/FTF1IW7GRTHP3S8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTF/1IW7/GRTHP3S8/FTF1IW7GRTHP3S8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTF/1IW7/GRTHP3S8/FTF1IW7GRTHP3S8.SMALL.jpg CATEA Rear view camera systems used in automobiles can be fabricated, configured, and installed on wheelchairs so users can increase their field of view. We aim to design a step-by-step guide that permits wheelchair users to have the capability to install a rearview backup system camera on their own wheel...
By: CATEA

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 2 Sep 2011 13:37:27 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-New-and-Improved-Brushless-Electric-Scooter-Po/
The New and Improved Brushless Electric Scooter Power System Guide - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9I/WVS1/GNSAD6KE/F9IWVS1GNSAD6KE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9I/WVS1/GNSAD6KE/F9IWVS1GNSAD6KE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9I/WVS1/GNSAD6KE/F9IWVS1GNSAD6KE.SMALL.jpg teamtestbot In 2008, I put together a guide on Instructables about upgrading the power system of your small personal electric vehicle . It was a primer on the basics of an electric vehicle power system and offered resources and tips specific to compact electric scooter conversion. As of right now, it has a soli...
By: teamtestbot

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 4 Aug 2011 13:24:57 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Wiimote-Wireless-Modification-for-Persons-with-Dis/
Wiimote Wireless Modification for Persons with Disabilities - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF1/DEOR/GD0R0NKT/FF1DEORGD0R0NKT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF1/DEOR/GD0R0NKT/FF1DEORGD0R0NKT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF1/DEOR/GD0R0NKT/FF1DEORGD0R0NKT.SMALL.jpg CATEA This Instructable further builds upon the previous version by incorporating wireless buttons separate from the remote. A lap tray with a velcro layer was also created to allow the user to place external buttons where he or she chooses. The wireless unit utilizes an Arduino XBEE chips to operate. ...
By: CATEA

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 24 Aug 2010 13:40:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Talking-Joystick-Mouse/
Talking Joystick Mouse - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUG/PJ2A/GJQEDL1W/FUGPJ2AGJQEDL1W.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUG/PJ2A/GJQEDL1W/FUGPJ2AGJQEDL1W.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUG/PJ2A/GJQEDL1W/FUGPJ2AGJQEDL1W.SMALL.jpg shadowwynd I work in Assistive Technology, which is technology designed to help people with disabilities stay independent. We encountered a man who had quadriplegia due to a motor vehicle accident.  He had a little motion in one hand and wanted to use a computer, but he could not use a regular mouse.  If he c...
By: shadowwynd

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 9 Feb 2011 12:06:03 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Arduino-Controlled-SIP-PUFF-Switch/
Arduino Controlled SIP & PUFF Switch - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ0/VUYT/GJQEDJRT/FJ0VUYTGJQEDJRT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ0/VUYT/GJQEDJRT/FJ0VUYTGJQEDJRT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ0/VUYT/GJQEDJRT/FJ0VUYTGJQEDJRT.SMALL.jpg kayakdiver The Arduino series of micro-controllers opens up a huge world of possibilities for novice programmers and hobbyists! With freely available development systems and tutorials, and a vast array of library functions and sample sketches, just about anyone can succeed in designing and building projects th...
By: kayakdiver

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 8 Feb 2011 12:53:23 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Seat-for-a-walker/
Seat for a walker - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3B/L4GO/GJPJHHIF/F3BL4GOGJPJHHIF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3B/L4GO/GJPJHHIF/F3BL4GOGJPJHHIF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3B/L4GO/GJPJHHIF/F3BL4GOGJPJHHIF.SMALL.jpg nneul I have a friend who has a disability. She tires easily and when she does she has a difficult time finding a place to sit when she needs it. I came up with this design that would be lightweight, removable, secure, could be hand washed, and would not be in the way when attached. The seat portion was ...
By: nneul

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 3 Feb 2011 10:59:49 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Assistive-pan-holder-for-disabled-for-under-2/
Assistive pan holder for one hand use for disabled for under $2. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCP/M447/GHFK7UKH/FCPM447GHFK7UKH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCP/M447/GHFK7UKH/FCPM447GHFK7UKH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCP/M447/GHFK7UKH/FCPM447GHFK7UKH.SMALL.jpg Nelson_Yepez Many people might have either a broken arm or even a missing one. This $2 assistive pan holder can help people who are disable and love to cook. Now idea came to me when my step mother broke her arm and had to be in a cast for a very long time. One of her favorite thing to do is cooking and it was r...
By: Nelson_Yepez

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 12 Dec 2010 23:51:19 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/CD-Switch/
CD Switch - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWH/RUIO/GERP1F6X/FWHRUIOGERP1F6X.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWH/RUIO/GERP1F6X/FWHRUIOGERP1F6X.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWH/RUIO/GERP1F6X/FWHRUIOGERP1F6X.SMALL.jpg gavin.philips In the realm of assistive technology, a switch (aka "ability switch") can be anything from a plastic button to a muscle twitch sensor.  This album is a great look at the variety of switches that are available.  These switches are almost always wired to a 3.5mm (1/8") mono plug, and can be connected...
By: gavin.philips

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 4 Oct 2010 18:23:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Haptic-Feedback-device-for-the-Visually-Impaired/
Haptic Feedback device for the Visually Impaired [Project HALO] - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FPN/VRYA/GHHIM9CU/FPNVRYAGHHIM9CU.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FPN/VRYA/GHHIM9CU/FPNVRYAGHHIM9CU.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FPN/VRYA/GHHIM9CU/FPNVRYAGHHIM9CU.SMALL.jpg polymythic I recently watched an episode of Stan Lee’s Superhumans which featured a blind man who used a series of clicks, like a bat, to echo locate his surroundings. I got to thinking about other blind people and their ability to navigate freely – without the use of a guide dog or cane. I came up with the id...
By: polymythic

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 12 Dec 2010 21:18:07 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-DS-Lite-Easier-to-Handle-for-People-with-Po/
Make a DS Lite Easier to Handle for People with Poor Grip - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOL/AHEW/GHHILZNY/FOLAHEWGHHILZNY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOL/AHEW/GHHILZNY/FOLAHEWGHHILZNY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOL/AHEW/GHHILZNY/FOLAHEWGHHILZNY.SMALL.jpg Conker-X My grandma has a weak grip, because she had polio when she was little. But she likes playing Braintraining on the DS. This is what I've done to make it easier for her to play the game.  I'm going to take it up to her at Christmas. (My dad took the photos, because he didn't want sugru fingerprint...
By: Conker-X

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 12 Dec 2010 08:33:29 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Holiday-Toy-Switch-Adapting/
Holiday Toy Switch Adapting - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKB/8NYV/GHHILN64/FKB8NYVGHHILN64.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKB/8NYV/GHHILN64/FKB8NYVGHHILN64.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKB/8NYV/GHHILN64/FKB8NYVGHHILN64.SMALL.jpg base2john For many children with physical disabilities, playing with off-the-shelf toys is not possible. Depending on their unique abilities, a toy may not be accessible. However, if a child can move their foot, head, arm, mouth or any other part of their body, it is possible to add an accessibility switch ...
By: base2john

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 10 Dec 2010 10:04:48 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/ADAPTIVE-SEAT-FIXTURE-FOR-KAYAKING/
ADAPTIVE SEAT FIXTURE FOR KAYAKING - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL2/R56D/GH7IIK0J/FL2R56DGH7IIK0J.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL2/R56D/GH7IIK0J/FL2R56DGH7IIK0J.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL2/R56D/GH7IIK0J/FL2R56DGH7IIK0J.SMALL.jpg kayakdiver This is my NEWEST Seat Design that plugs right into a stock Malibu Two! This design will work perectly on both models of the Ocean Kayak, Inc. Malibu Two - original and XL, and can be modified to fit a wide variety of other models. The requisite is that there are scupper holes near the back of the...
By: kayakdiver

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 3 Dec 2010 13:28:00 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Dual-Motor-SIPPUFF-Controlled-Kayak-System/
Dual-Motor SIP&PUFF Controlled Kayak System - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFV/JIN9/GH4A67NC/FFVJIN9GH4A67NC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFV/JIN9/GH4A67NC/FFVJIN9GH4A67NC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFV/JIN9/GH4A67NC/FFVJIN9GH4A67NC.SMALL.jpg kayakdiver A highly disabled (quadriplegic) person can fully control this kayak via a SIP & PUFF Switch! My design is a stand-alone fixture consisting of a Deck Plate that can be fastened to ANY kayak.   Off each end of the plate is a pontoon which rides above a fixed direction trolling motor.  Each syste...
By: kayakdiver

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 2 Dec 2010 14:40:41 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Blind-mans-cards/
Blind man's cards - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSE/HV9D/GGPFBFY1/FSEHV9DGGPFBFY1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSE/HV9D/GGPFBFY1/FSEHV9DGGPFBFY1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSE/HV9D/GGPFBFY1/FSEHV9DGGPFBFY1.SMALL.jpg gonal This is a pack of cards I made so our friend Miguel, who is blind, could play poker with us. They are thicker than normal cards, but it isn't difficult to shuffle them.  Materials To make this card pack you will need the following:  -2 playing card packs. - A paper punch -Paper glue Making ...
By: gonal

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 23 Nov 2010 14:32:07 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Magnetic-task-light-reacher-and-closure/
Magnetic task light, reacher and closure - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC6/DEEC/GGPEXDZ9/FC6DEECGGPEXDZ9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC6/DEEC/GGPEXDZ9/FC6DEECGGPEXDZ9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC6/DEEC/GGPEXDZ9/FC6DEECGGPEXDZ9.SMALL.jpg makendo New materials inspire new applications, and here I've used two - rare earth magnets and sugru - to perform three hacks: task lights, a magnetic reacher, and an apron closure. All are super easy, quick, and inexpensive (less than $1 each) adaptations of common items that make certain tasks easier, wh...
By: makendo

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 18 Nov 2010 23:12:20 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-gripped-utensils/
How to make gripped utensils - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FQ4/IVQP/GGMMFFFO/FQ4IVQPGGMMFFFO.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FQ4/IVQP/GGMMFFFO/FQ4IVQPGGMMFFFO.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FQ4/IVQP/GGMMFFFO/FQ4IVQPGGMMFFFO.SMALL.jpg bridge47 Someone whose hand has been affected by a stroke may have difficulty with a strong grip or moving his or her fingers in a precise way to manipulate a small object like a fork. The same may be true for certain people with cerebral palsy, brain injury or spinal cord injuries. In trying to hold a small...
By: bridge47

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 18 Nov 2010 13:37:50 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Water-Scooter-for-Disabled-Child/
Water Scooter for Disabled Child - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT6/KPNZ/GGC2TWPV/FT6KPNZGGC2TWPV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT6/KPNZ/GGC2TWPV/FT6KPNZGGC2TWPV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT6/KPNZ/GGC2TWPV/FT6KPNZGGC2TWPV.SMALL.jpg shawnmelito IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTE - NEVER USE ANY EQUIPMENT LIKE THIS WITHOUT CLOSE AND DIRECT PARENTAL SUPERVISION AND AN APPROVED LIFE JACKET ON THE PERSON USING IT. LEGAL DISCLAIMER - THE SUBMITTER ASSUMES NO LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY IN ANYWAY FOR ANYONE WHO BUILDS OR USES A SIMILAR DEVICE. Sorry, I did...
By: shawnmelito

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 11 Nov 2010 16:01:12 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Custom-Assistive-Spoon/
Custom Assistive Spoon - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAB/6JWD/GGAOW4MM/FAB6JWDGGAOW4MM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAB/6JWD/GGAOW4MM/FAB6JWDGGAOW4MM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAB/6JWD/GGAOW4MM/FAB6JWDGGAOW4MM.SMALL.jpg frenzy Some hand disabilities need a special way to use certain tools. This project uses minimal supplies to change a spoon into a device anyone can use. You can recreate these steps for any tool and any disability! Ingredients For this mod you will need: Shapelock or similar low heat plastic (polymo...
By: frenzy

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 9 Nov 2010 16:16:37 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Dachshund-wheelchair/
Dachshund wheelchair - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FCJ/YL0D/IIREP27TEPW/FCJYL0DIIREP27TEPW.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FCJ/YL0D/IIREP27TEPW/FCJYL0DIIREP27TEPW.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FCJ/YL0D/IIREP27TEPW/FCJYL0DIIREP27TEPW.SMALL.jpg joelsprayberry our dachshund hurt his back, so for rehab we made him swim a lot and i built this chair until he could use his back legs again. some assembly required bought about $20 worth of stuff all together now parts: 2 - 8" pneumatic wheels, 1 aluminum tent pole, 2 dome nuts, 1 medium black dog harness...
By: joelsprayberry

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 3 Feb 2006 09:52:37 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/One-Leg-Therapy-Stool-Autism/
One Leg Therapy Stool Autism - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FHS/PDIS/GFMCCUQA/FHSPDISGFMCCUQA.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FHS/PDIS/GFMCCUQA/FHSPDISGFMCCUQA.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FHS/PDIS/GFMCCUQA/FHSPDISGFMCCUQA.SMALL.jpg couchchangeracing My son has occupational therapy and they have been using a one leg stool to help him with his self regulation. He has high functioning Autism.  It seems to help him with his focus. He used to spend a bunch of time fidgeting while doing homework. Great tool. Materials 1. Thrift store pair of crut...
By: couchchangeracing

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 27 Oct 2010 21:14:50 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Making-the-Web-More-Accessible-for-People-with-Dis/
Making the Web More Accessible for People with Disabilities - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FON/N043/GFMC8BC9/FONN043GFMC8BC9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FON/N043/GFMC8BC9/FONN043GFMC8BC9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FON/N043/GFMC8BC9/FONN043GFMC8BC9.SMALL.jpg shesparticular Reports indicate that at least 2.1 million of the estimated 54.4 million Americans with disabilities use the Internet. For people with disabilities, accessing and fully experiencing materials presented on the Internet can often be difficult. According to the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C), “not al...
By: shesparticular

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 25 Oct 2010 18:48:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Calm-a-sensory-seeker-with-hosiery/
Calm a sensory seeker with hosiery - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSQ/V5G1/GF5V28H3/FSQV5G1GF5V28H3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSQ/V5G1/GF5V28H3/FSQV5G1GF5V28H3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSQ/V5G1/GF5V28H3/FSQV5G1GF5V28H3.SMALL.jpg supersoftdrink Autism is a structural difference in the brain with a strong genetic component.  People on the autism spectrum have brains that don't go through the normal culling of brain cells after birth that neurotypical brains do.  Although autistic brains do go through a culling at a later age, they tend to b...
By: supersoftdrink

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 12 Oct 2010 15:32:04 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/No-Solder-Battery-Interrupter/
No-Solder Battery Interrupter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUB/NWJI/GEQQS1PG/FUBNWJIGEQQS1PG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUB/NWJI/GEQQS1PG/FUBNWJIGEQQS1PG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUB/NWJI/GEQQS1PG/FUBNWJIGEQQS1PG.SMALL.jpg gavin.philips A battery interrupter is a tool that adds a switch jack to (aka "switch adapts") an electrical device. This is usually done for the purpose of allowing a person with disabilities to use that device, by using an "ability switch," which can be anything from a plastic button to a muscle twitch sensor...
By: gavin.philips

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 1 Oct 2010 15:23:38 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Sugru-Mousegrip/
Sugru Mousegrip - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F29/9GNU/GELSCDLH/F299GNUGELSCDLH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F29/9GNU/GELSCDLH/F299GNUGELSCDLH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F29/9GNU/GELSCDLH/F299GNUGELSCDLH.SMALL.jpg gmjhowe Modern day computer mice are built to last, with the analog balls of yesteryear all but extinct, and fancy new lasers most computer mice tend to last a long time. If you spend a little bit more on a slightly nicer mouse, they tend to last even longer. The problem I had with my Razer Diamond back is...
By: gmjhowe

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 30 Sep 2010 13:35:12 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Wiimote-Modification-for-Persons-with-Disabilities-1/
Wiimote Modification for Persons with Disabilities - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDX/YM8T/GE38R6KO/FDXYM8TGE38R6KO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDX/YM8T/GE38R6KO/FDXYM8TGE38R6KO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDX/YM8T/GE38R6KO/FDXYM8TGE38R6KO.SMALL.jpg CATEA This instructable will show you how to rewire the button of the Wiimote to bigger buttons so that persons with disabilities will be able to efficiently use the Wiimote by not having to press the small buttons on the Wiimote. The buttons that will be rewired will be the A button, B button, the direct...
By: CATEA

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 18 Sep 2010 08:20:06 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Hot-Tea-Cool-Fingers-with-Sugru/
Hot Tea; Cool Fingers - with Sugru - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBQ/H2AS/GDNIZKPD/FBQH2ASGDNIZKPD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBQ/H2AS/GDNIZKPD/FBQH2ASGDNIZKPD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBQ/H2AS/GDNIZKPD/FBQH2ASGDNIZKPD.SMALL.jpg Ninzerbean I think all of us have been seduced by lovely a teacup, but the romance may only be a one night stand when you come to find out your cup lacks a handle and is hotter than your fingers can't stand to hold on to. Maybe the lovely cup gets delegated to the back of the cupboard, maybe it ends up holding...
By: Ninzerbean

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 Sep 2010 15:53:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Sugru-Rocker-Switch-to-Toggle-Switch-Conversion/
Sugru Rocker Switch to Toggle Switch Conversion - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3P/Q73P/GDNJ47N3/F3PQ73PGDNJ47N3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3P/Q73P/GDNJ47N3/F3PQ73PGDNJ47N3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3P/Q73P/GDNJ47N3/F3PQ73PGDNJ47N3.SMALL.jpg Jayefuu My cheap desk lamp has a small rocker switch on the base to turn it on and off. Being a bit budget, the lamp's not particularly heavy and has a tendency to scoot across the desk if you use the lamp from any direction other than head on. This quick hack uses Sugru to change the rocker switch into a ...
By: Jayefuu

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 3 Sep 2010 15:41:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Portable-Wheelchair-ramps/
Portable Wheelchair ramps - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4J/2DL0/G8LC61YQ/F4J2DL0G8LC61YQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4J/2DL0/G8LC61YQ/F4J2DL0G8LC61YQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4J/2DL0/G8LC61YQ/F4J2DL0G8LC61YQ.SMALL.jpg DarkRubyMoon Quite frequently it is necessary to transport a set of portable ramps to allow my wheelchair to get into homes and shops.   In the past, I've tried to use store- bought manufactured ramps made of aluminum.  These store-bought ramps were very expensive and did not work well for my electric wheelchair...
By: DarkRubyMoon

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 30 Apr 2010 08:16:13 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Wild-Wheelchair-footrest-pads-and-bumper/
Wild Wheelchair footrest pads and bumper - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F54/I9DN/G9BWXWLB/F54I9DNG9BWXWLB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F54/I9DN/G9BWXWLB/F54I9DNG9BWXWLB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F54/I9DN/G9BWXWLB/F54I9DNG9BWXWLB.SMALL.jpg DarkRubyMoon This is actually a double instructable on how to improve a typical wheelchair footrest by adding footpads and bumpers. The typical wheelchair footrest consist of either two rectangular pieces of metal or hard plastic to hold a person's foot off the ground. They almost never have any sort of pad...
By: DarkRubyMoon

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 20 May 2010 11:18:23 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Incredible-Amazing-Stick-For-elevator-buttons/
The Incredible Amazing Stick! For elevator buttons - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNC/CPX9/G91Y4SCI/FNCCPX9G91Y4SCI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNC/CPX9/G91Y4SCI/FNCCPX9G91Y4SCI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNC/CPX9/G91Y4SCI/FNCCPX9G91Y4SCI.SMALL.jpg DarkRubyMoon This is called the incredible elevator stick, but it is very versatile for many many uses.  Sometimes the simplest inventions are the most useful.  Back when I was in high-school, I would often have to use an elevator to get from one floor of the school to the next.  As I am in a wheelchair, it was ...
By: DarkRubyMoon

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 12 May 2010 17:54:42 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Hands-free-Camera-Mount-for-wheelchairs-bikes-wr/
Hands free Camera Mount for wheelchairs, bikes, wrist, and more! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/F0E/N7NB/G8HN7CNH/F0EN7NBG8HN7CNH.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F0E/N7NB/G8HN7CNH/F0EN7NBG8HN7CNH.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F0E/N7NB/G8HN7CNH/F0EN7NBG8HN7CNH.SMALL.jpg DarkRubyMoon I love to take photographs, but due to my disability, it gets difficult to hold a camera steady, particularly for any length of time.   I've tried various tripods and other means of holding a camera, but nothing seemed to work very well, particularly when I need to use one hand to drive my wheelchai...
By: DarkRubyMoon

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 27 Apr 2010 16:02:44 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Assistive-Dining-Device-Arm-Sling/
Assistive Dining Device (Arm Sling) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9R/WQ58/G7DYLB4Q/F9RWQ58G7DYLB4Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9R/WQ58/G7DYLB4Q/F9RWQ58G7DYLB4Q.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9R/WQ58/G7DYLB4Q/F9RWQ58G7DYLB4Q.SMALL.jpg desdesmond Introduction This is an instruction on how to make an assistive dining device for people with limited or no arm strength (such as Muscular Dystrophy or ALS) but still have hand movement.  The assistive device (Schleeder) is designed to work with spoon and bowl (so only limited to soup or stew).  The...
By: desdesmond

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 21 Apr 2010 22:14:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-FerretMobile-DIY-Ferret-Wheelchair/
The FerretMobile DIY Ferret Wheelchair - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB7/P51A/FY3KSQI7/FB7P51AFY3KSQI7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB7/P51A/FY3KSQI7/FB7P51AFY3KSQI7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB7/P51A/FY3KSQI7/FB7P51AFY3KSQI7.SMALL.jpg odiekokee After a recent illness limited the use of one of our ferret's hind legs, I decided it wasn't fair for him to have to lay around while the other ferrets got out to play. He wasn't able to get around and enjoy himself. I decided to buy him a mobility aid, but after the sticker shock wore off (least I...
By: odiekokee

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