University of Maine

Mechanical Engineering Technology

Senior Capstone Project

Yellow Team:

Josh Firmin

Lindsey Belanger

Kyle Hanson

Ryan Reed

Aric Dostie

Project Objectives

The main objective of this project is to fabricate a system that will allow the average wheelchair

user to climb a steep hill without rolling or tipping backwards if his or her hands were removed from

the wheels. In addition, the wheelchair must also remain light-weight and collapsible to its original size, while

performing in all weather conditions, and above all, ensuring the safety of the user.

All drawings and designs belong to the University of Maine School of Engineering Technology Senior Design Yellow Team