Intelligent Wheelchair Suspension Systems

Publication ID: 24-11857470_0008_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:Synergistic Combinations

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Intelligent Wheelchair Suspension Systems,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857470_0008_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857470_0008_PTD
This technical disclosure describes improvements that would be readily apparent to a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art (PHOSITA) when considered in combination with the foundational architecture disclosed in U.S. Patent No. 11,857,470.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

An innovative wheelchair suspension system that integrates advanced technologies such as AI, IoT, blockchain, and new materials to provide enhanced ride quality, safety, and personalized user experience.

Background and Problem Solved

Wheelchairs and scooters face limitations in traversing obstacles and providing independence to users. The original patent addressed this issue with a suspension system, but the new inventive concept takes it a step further by incorporating synergistic combinations of distinct technologies to create a more powerful and adaptive system.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The new inventive concept combines the patented wheelchair suspension with AI-powered terrain detection, IoT-enabled real-time monitoring, blockchain-based secure data storage, advanced materials, and machine learning algorithms. This integration enables the system to adjust suspension stiffness in response to terrain changes, optimize suspension settings for individual users, and provide predictive maintenance. The system also incorporates IoT sensors to monitor and adapt to changing environmental conditions, ensuring a smoother ride and enhanced user experience.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new inventive concept introduces a synergistic combination of distinct technologies, providing a non-obvious solution that goes beyond the original patent's suspension system. The integration of AI, IoT, blockchain, and advanced materials creates a new, more powerful system that addresses the limitations of traditional wheelchair suspension systems.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments may include variations in the AI algorithm used for terrain detection, different types of advanced materials employed, or the integration of additional sensors and data sources to further enhance the system's adaptability. Other variations may include the use of different blockchain protocols or the incorporation of additional features, such as biometric authentication or personalized health monitoring.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The intelligent wheelchair suspension system has significant commercial potential in the healthcare and mobility industries, with potential applications in rehabilitation centers, hospitals, and private residences. The system's enhanced ride quality, safety, and personalized user experience make it an attractive solution for users seeking independence and comfort.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61G5/10
A A61 A61G5/04
A A61 A61G5/042
A A61 A61G5/043
A A61 A61G5/06
A A61 A61G5/1078
A A61 A61G5/1089
B B60 B60G2300/24
Y Y10 Y10S180/907

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,470
TitleWheelchair suspension
Assignee(s)INVACARE CORPORATION