http://www.instructables.com Tue, 29 May 2012 13:40:07 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Prototype-Hover-Platform/
Prototype Hover Platform - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV8/0SAX/H01N5ZAB/FV80SAXH01N5ZAB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV8/0SAX/H01N5ZAB/FV80SAXH01N5ZAB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.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/Squintasaurus-cybernetic-dynamically-adjustable-v/
Squintasaurus: cybernetic dynamically adjustable vision enhancement system - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFX/RFNV/GYUQT858/FFXRFNVGYUQT858.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFX/RFNV/GYUQT858/FFXRFNVGYUQT858.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFX/RFNV/GYUQT858/FFXRFNVGYUQT858.SMALL.jpg leevonk Get the linear actuator     you'll need a pretty strong linear actuator to be able to pull your skin enough to have the desired effect. I remembered that CD players had nice worm gear motors in them to move the laser back and forth across the CD, so I looked through my junk pile and found an...
By: leevonk

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 21 Feb 2012 07:56:21 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Mouse-Based-USB-Switch-Interface/
Mouse Based USB Switch Interface - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV0/J3ZL/GYC4NXVH/FV0J3ZLGYC4NXVH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV0/J3ZL/GYC4NXVH/FV0J3ZLGYC4NXVH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.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://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXS/QSRJ/GX106YEV/FXSQSRJGX106YEV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXS/QSRJ/GX106YEV/FXSQSRJGX106YEV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.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://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYX/RC7Z/GUKARQXM/FYXRC7ZGUKARQXM.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYX/RC7Z/GUKARQXM/FYXRC7ZGUKARQXM.SQUARE.jpg http://img.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.
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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://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4S/2OKG/GUPCC42R/F4S2OKGGUPCC42R.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4S/2OKG/GUPCC42R/F4S2OKGGUPCC42R.SQUARE.jpg http://img.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/The-Idiot-Proof-Dishwasher/
The Idiot Proof Dishwasher - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBV/IHN1/GSUSMZV2/FBVIHN1GSUSMZV2.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBV/IHN1/GSUSMZV2/FBVIHN1GSUSMZV2.SQUARE.jpg http://img.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...
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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://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTF/1IW7/GRTHP3S8/FTF1IW7GRTHP3S8.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTF/1IW7/GRTHP3S8/FTF1IW7GRTHP3S8.SQUARE.jpg http://img.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://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9I/WVS1/GNSAD6KE/F9IWVS1GNSAD6KE.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9I/WVS1/GNSAD6KE/F9IWVS1GNSAD6KE.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9I/WVS1/GNSAD6KE/F9IWVS1GNSAD6KE.SMALL.jpg teamtestbot
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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://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF1/DEOR/GD0R0NKT/FF1DEORGD0R0NKT.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF1/DEOR/GD0R0NKT/FF1DEORGD0R0NKT.SQUARE.jpg http://img.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://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUG/PJ2A/GJQEDL1W/FUGPJ2AGJQEDL1W.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUG/PJ2A/GJQEDL1W/FUGPJ2AGJQEDL1W.SQUARE.jpg http://img.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://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ0/VUYT/GJQEDJRT/FJ0VUYTGJQEDJRT.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ0/VUYT/GJQEDJRT/FJ0VUYTGJQEDJRT.SQUARE.jpg http://img.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://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3B/L4GO/GJPJHHIF/F3BL4GOGJPJHHIF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3B/L4GO/GJPJHHIF/F3BL4GOGJPJHHIF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.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://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCP/M447/GHFK7UKH/FCPM447GHFK7UKH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCP/M447/GHFK7UKH/FCPM447GHFK7UKH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.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://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWH/RUIO/GERP1F6X/FWHRUIOGERP1F6X.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWH/RUIO/GERP1F6X/FWHRUIOGERP1F6X.SQUARE.jpg http://img.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/The-EyeWriter-20/
The EyeWriter 2.0 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNB/NYGE/GHDSJEJ6/FNBNYGEGHDSJEJ6.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNB/NYGE/GHDSJEJ6/FNBNYGEGHDSJEJ6.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNB/NYGE/GHDSJEJ6/FNBNYGEGHDSJEJ6.SMALL.jpg thesystemis The EyeWriter is a low-cost eye-tracking apparatus + custom software that allows graffiti writers and artists with paralysis resulting from Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis to draw using only their eyes. The original design, as shown here, featured a pair of glasses as the basis for the eyewriter desi...
By: thesystemis

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 11 Dec 2010 07:29:45 PST 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://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPN/VRYA/GHHIM9CU/FPNVRYAGHHIM9CU.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPN/VRYA/GHHIM9CU/FPNVRYAGHHIM9CU.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/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...
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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://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOL/AHEW/GHHILZNY/FOLAHEWGHHILZNY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOL/AHEW/GHHILZNY/FOLAHEWGHHILZNY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.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://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKB/8NYV/GHHILN64/FKB8NYVGHHILN64.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKB/8NYV/GHHILN64/FKB8NYVGHHILN64.SQUARE.jpg http://img.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/Brain-Controlled-Wheelchair/
Brain-Controlled Wheelchair - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL4/UW67/GHI9CIP9/FL4UW67GHI9CIP9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL4/UW67/GHI9CIP9/FL4UW67GHI9CIP9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL4/UW67/GHI9CIP9/FL4UW67GHI9CIP9.SMALL.jpg jerkey Hello!  A lot of people have written us saying they are building a Brain-Controlled Wheelchair, and that's great!  We look forward to helping you get through the hard parts, but some of you won't need any help (maybe).  What we want from you (all of you) are pictures!  Or at least a message saying "...
By: jerkey

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 9 Dec 2010 04:01:24 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/ADAPTIVE-SEAT-FIXTURE-FOR-KAYAKING/
ADAPTIVE SEAT FIXTURE FOR KAYAKING - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL2/R56D/GH7IIK0J/FL2R56DGH7IIK0J.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL2/R56D/GH7IIK0J/FL2R56DGH7IIK0J.SQUARE.jpg http://img.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://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFV/JIN9/GH4A67NC/FFVJIN9GH4A67NC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFV/JIN9/GH4A67NC/FFVJIN9GH4A67NC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.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 s...
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://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSE/HV9D/GGPFBFY1/FSEHV9DGGPFBFY1.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSE/HV9D/GGPFBFY1/FSEHV9DGGPFBFY1.SQUARE.jpg http://img.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://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC6/DEEC/GGPEXDZ9/FC6DEECGGPEXDZ9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC6/DEEC/GGPEXDZ9/FC6DEECGGPEXDZ9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.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://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ4/IVQP/GGMMFFFO/FQ4IVQPGGMMFFFO.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ4/IVQP/GGMMFFFO/FQ4IVQPGGMMFFFO.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/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://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT6/KPNZ/GGC2TWPV/FT6KPNZGGC2TWPV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT6/KPNZ/GGC2TWPV/FT6KPNZGGC2TWPV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.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://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAB/6JWD/GGAOW4MM/FAB6JWDGGAOW4MM.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAB/6JWD/GGAOW4MM/FAB6JWDGGAOW4MM.SQUARE.jpg http://img.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/The-EyeWriter/
The EyeWriter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXZ/KGF5/FZ382O87/FXZKGF5FZ382O87.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXZ/KGF5/FZ382O87/FXZKGF5FZ382O87.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXZ/KGF5/FZ382O87/FXZKGF5FZ382O87.SMALL.jpg Q-Branch Samuel Taylor Coleridge said, "My eyes make pictures, when they are shut."Well, my friend Tony's eyes write graffiti and they are wide open.Behold the latest ocular assault weapon from the Graffiti Research Lab, openFrameworks, The Fat Lab and The Ebeling Group: The EyeWriter. It is a low-cost eye-t...
By: Q-Branch

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 12 Nov 2009 12:26:20 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Dachshund-wheelchair/
Dachshund wheelchair - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCJ/YL0D/IIREP27TEPW/FCJYL0DIIREP27TEPW.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCJ/YL0D/IIREP27TEPW/FCJYL0DIIREP27TEPW.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/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://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHS/PDIS/GFMCCUQA/FHSPDISGFMCCUQA.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHS/PDIS/GFMCCUQA/FHSPDISGFMCCUQA.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/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://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FON/N043/GFMC8BC9/FONN043GFMC8BC9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FON/N043/GFMC8BC9/FONN043GFMC8BC9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.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://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSQ/V5G1/GF5V28H3/FSQV5G1GF5V28H3.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSQ/V5G1/GF5V28H3/FSQV5G1GF5V28H3.SQUARE.jpg http://img.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://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUB/NWJI/GEQQS1PG/FUBNWJIGEQQS1PG.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUB/NWJI/GEQQS1PG/FUBNWJIGEQQS1PG.SQUARE.jpg http://img.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://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F29/9GNU/GELSCDLH/F299GNUGELSCDLH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F29/9GNU/GELSCDLH/F299GNUGELSCDLH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.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://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDX/YM8T/GE38R6KO/FDXYM8TGE38R6KO.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDX/YM8T/GE38R6KO/FDXYM8TGE38R6KO.SQUARE.jpg http://img.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://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBQ/H2AS/GDNIZKPD/FBQH2ASGDNIZKPD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBQ/H2AS/GDNIZKPD/FBQH2ASGDNIZKPD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.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://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3P/Q73P/GDNJ47N3/F3PQ73PGDNJ47N3.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3P/Q73P/GDNJ47N3/F3PQ73PGDNJ47N3.SQUARE.jpg http://img.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://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4J/2DL0/G8LC61YQ/F4J2DL0G8LC61YQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4J/2DL0/G8LC61YQ/F4J2DL0G8LC61YQ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.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://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F54/I9DN/G9BWXWLB/F54I9DNG9BWXWLB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F54/I9DN/G9BWXWLB/F54I9DNG9BWXWLB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.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 paddi...
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://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNC/CPX9/G91Y4SCI/FNCCPX9G91Y4SCI.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNC/CPX9/G91Y4SCI/FNCCPX9G91Y4SCI.SQUARE.jpg http://img.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://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0E/N7NB/G8HN7CNH/F0EN7NBG8HN7CNH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0E/N7NB/G8HN7CNH/F0EN7NBG8HN7CNH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/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://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9R/WQ58/G7DYLB4Q/F9RWQ58G7DYLB4Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9R/WQ58/G7DYLB4Q/F9RWQ58G7DYLB4Q.SQUARE.jpg http://img.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://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB7/P51A/FY3KSQI7/FB7P51AFY3KSQI7.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB7/P51A/FY3KSQI7/FB7P51AFY3KSQI7.SQUARE.jpg http://img.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

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 9 Aug 2009 20:40:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/30-Second-Demonstration-of-the-CIR-Sand-Casting-Sy/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ6/H7PM/FXR6VR0V/FZ6H7PMFXR6VR0V.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ6/H7PM/FXR6VR0V/FZ6H7PMFXR6VR0V.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ6/H7PM/FXR6VR0V/FZ6H7PMFXR6VR0V.SMALL.jpg CIRnetwork In only 50 seconds, the CIR Sand Casting System allows for the replication of a residual limb. This model can then be modified and used to create a final transtibial (below-the-knee) prosthetic socket. The technique eliminates the need for plaster bandages and Plaster-of-Paris, and requires only: 1...
By: CIRnetwork

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 6 Aug 2009 13:52:44 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Adaptive-paddle/
Adaptive paddle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2R/S4LB/MR7EP27UULG/F2RS4LBMR7EP27UULG.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2R/S4LB/MR7EP27UULG/F2RS4LBMR7EP27UULG.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2R/S4LB/MR7EP27UULG/F2RS4LBMR7EP27UULG.SMALL.jpg radiorental The current design for enabling people to paddle outriggers with the use of one arm had a little draw back in that the paddle kept rotating. Without a second hand on top of the paddle there was no way the paddle could control the angle at which the blade dug in to the watter. Funny little aside, at...
By: radiorental

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 31 Mar 2006 22:08:21 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Instructions-on-Completing-Mock-Up-of-Track-Slide-/
Instructions on Completing Mock-Up of Track Slide Design for Lift/Lower of Center-Mounted Footrests on Power Wheel Chairs - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD7/HUPT/FT7PVED1/FD7HUPTFT7PVED1.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD7/HUPT/FT7PVED1/FD7HUPTFT7PVED1.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD7/HUPT/FT7PVED1/FD7HUPTFT7PVED1.SMALL.jpg rantista Center-mounted footrests lift to be stowed beneath the seat well, and lower to be deployed. A mechanism for independent operation of footrest stowage and deployment is not included in market power wheel chairs, and PWC users have expressed the need for such a mechanism. We aim to design a solution ...
By: rantista

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 Apr 2009 22:03:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Instructions-for-Making-a-Four-Bar-Linkage-Attachm/
Instructions for Making a Four Bar Linkage Attachment for Center Mounted Footrest - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU1/4Q5T/FT7PUBHT/FU14Q5TFT7PUBHT.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU1/4Q5T/FT7PUBHT/FU14Q5TFT7PUBHT.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU1/4Q5T/FT7PUBHT/FU14Q5TFT7PUBHT.SMALL.jpg Kimberly8705 Mid-drive power wheel chairs (PWC) have become more popular in recent years. However, due to the placement of the front casters, the traditional side-mounted footrests have been replaced by a single center-mounted footrest. Unfortunately, center-mounted footrests do not have a lift/lower mechanism t...
By: Kimberly8705

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 9 Apr 2009 07:51:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Plastic-Soda-Bottle-Prosthesis/
Plastic Soda Bottle Prosthesis - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCH/SG17/FQHNMU4H/FCHSG17FQHNMU4H.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCH/SG17/FQHNMU4H/FCHSG17FQHNMU4H.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCH/SG17/FQHNMU4H/FCHSG17FQHNMU4H.SMALL.jpg CIRnetwork Please cast your vote for the CIR's Pepsi Refresh submission to Provide Cost-Effective Prosthetic Care in Underserved Midwestern Areas - http://pep.si/eo57my We would like to thank everyone for their kind comments, ratings, and votes. A video demonstration of this process has been produced and upl...
By: CIRnetwork

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 30 Jan 2009 14:24:38 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Modified-Crib-for-Parent-with-Disability/
Modified Crib for Parent with Disability - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY0/JCY5/FLKK0PSA/FY0JCY5FLKK0PSA.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY0/JCY5/FLKK0PSA/FY0JCY5FLKK0PSA.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY0/JCY5/FLKK0PSA/FY0JCY5FLKK0PSA.SMALL.jpg kelseymh This is a revised version of my crib modification Instructable. It includes more details on how to do some of the more complex steps, a complete list of tool/equipment requirements, and some additional changes I've had to make since publishing the original. I hope people find the extra informatio...
By: kelseymh

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 4 Dec 2008 15:47:08 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Crib-Modification-for-Accessibility-1/
Crib Modification for Accessibility - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY0/JCY5/FLKK0PSA/FY0JCY5FLKK0PSA.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY0/JCY5/FLKK0PSA/FY0JCY5FLKK0PSA.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY0/JCY5/FLKK0PSA/FY0JCY5FLKK0PSA.SMALL.jpg kelseymh Parents with disabilities face numerous challenges when caring for a newborn. Besides the usual lack of sleep and anxiety about such a small and dependent life, much of the equipment for infants and children present substantial barriers for parents with disabilities. Changing tables are built for st...
By: kelseymh

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