Dave Singh | Mechanical Engineering

The assisted swimming device system is designed to allow someone with limited physical mobility to participate in Special Olympics swimming activities.

 

Special Olympics hosts a series of events for people with special needs to participate and compete in. Due to various limitations, people with certain diseases still cannot participate in these activities without assistance.

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The device surpasses current industry standards in the following areas :

• Optimal flotation

• Maintenance of balance

• Comfort

• Cost

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System Components:

• Life vest base

• 3D printed buckles attached along the vest

• Additional flotation components

• Belts

• Barbell

• Connection straps