Egan GansPerspectives in Assistive TechnologyWinter, 2008Project Coach: Noel RunyanCourse Administrator: David L. JaffeEgan GansPerspectives in Assistive TechnologyWinter, 2008Project Coach: Noel RunyanCourse Administrator: David L. Jaffe• Who uses canes• How/why canes are used• Important properties• Materials used• Current designs and similar technology• ShortcomingsFolding Graphite FiberglassFolding AluminumCane TipsSimilar TechnologyWalking CanesHiking Poles/Walking SticksAdditional Features• Amorphous Metal Alloys• Characteristics • Commercial Applications• Working with LiquidMetal• Affordability• A cane that:• is lighter• is more resistant to wear• doesn’t deform permanently• is stronger• is less likely to fail catastrophically• LiquidMetal for the White Cane• Viable option based on feedback from developers• Thank You• Vista Center• Noel•
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