Project: Low-Cost Articulated Bath Chair

Abstract

The project developed a prototype of an articulated bath chair using PVC pipes and 3D-printed components, aiming to meet the accessibility needs of older people. The applied methodology included market research, document analysis of accessibility standards (ABNT NBR 9050/2021), and three-dimensional modeling in Fusion 360 software. The use of additive manufacturing was essential for creating customized components, such as locks, which ensured the prototype's safety and functionality. The result was a low-cost, adaptable, and safe product, ready to be tested in a real environment, with the potential to improve the quality of life for older people and contribute to innovative practices in assistive technology.