Iron Vehicle, Mobility and Transportation Design · 2025
Dualcon Multi Supply Assistive Devices
by Chi En Kuo
- A' Design Award 2025 Iron Winner in Vehicle, Mobility and Transportation Design
- Awarded April 15, 2025
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About Dualcon Multi Supply Assistive Devices
Dualcon is a mobility device that combines a walker and an electric assisted scooter. The walker supports short distance walking, while the combined mode is intended for longer trips such as shopping or moving around a community. Three positioning points join the two parts: a locking pin, an adjustable clamp and a latch similar to a train coupler. A slide button moves the pedal to complete or release the connection. Many assistive devices suit only one situation, so Dualcon allows users to change modes in a few simple steps.
Chi En Kuo's Dualcon Multi Supply Assistive Devices emerges from contemporary movements in inclusive design and universal access philosophy that seek to dissolve the historical segregation between assistive medical devices and mainstream consumer product aesthetics, representing a significant shift in mobility aid design where users are honored through sophisticated industrial design language rather than stigmatized through utilitarian medical vocabularies. The compositional achievement here demonstrates remarkable formal intelligence, with the vehicle's compact volumetric organization achieving spatial efficiency without visual cramping, the organic curvature of the protective body shell suggesting both aerodynamic refinement and ergonomic consideration, while the triadic color harmony of pristine white, engineered black, and vibrant orange creates visual clarity that serves both aesthetic and functional purposes, the orange accents functioning as focal points that guide user interaction while enhancing visibility in shared pedestrian environments, and the restrained material palette communicating quality through simplicity rather than complexity. Technical accomplishment appears in the sophisticated resolution of the handlebar assembly, which suggests adjustable height mechanisms accommodating diverse user statures, the integrated storage cavity visible through translucent body panels addressing the practical reality that mobility device users require cargo capacity for daily essentials, and the specialized rear wheel configuration with its geometric cellular tread pattern indicating thoughtful engineering for smooth indoor-outdoor transitions without the maintenance burden or puncture vulnerability of pneumatic tires, while the overall stance and proportional relationships suggest careful attention to stability, center of gravity, and the confidence users require when entrusting their mobility to assistive technology. The work invites contemplation of mobility as fundamental human dignity, exploring how personal transportation devices can participate fully in contemporary design culture rather than remaining quarantined within medical supply aesthetics, celebrating the user's right to navigate the world in vehicles that reflect the same design consideration afforded to premium consumer products, while the compact urban-scaled footprint suggests responsiveness to the spatial realities of dense pedestrian environments, interior building corridors, and public transportation interfaces where traditional mobility devices often prove cumbersome or exclusionary. The protective body shell's gentle enclosure suggests weather protection and psychological comfort without creating visual isolation, maintaining the user's social presence and face-to-face interaction capability rather than encasing them in fortress-like medical equipment, while the standing passenger position implied by the footboard platform and handlebar height preserves eye-level social engagement and the dignity of upright posture rather than enforcing the seated position that can diminish social equality in mixed-mobility encounters, these design choices reflecting sophisticated understanding of the psychosocial dimensions of assistive technology adoption and the ways visual design language either facilitates or inhibits community integration. The color blocking strategy employing white as the dominant presence rather than institutional beige or medical gray represents a quiet revolution, asserting that assistive devices need not broadcast medical status but can instead participate in the clean minimalist aesthetic vocabulary of contemporary premium products, the marigold orange accents recalling both safety equipment traditions that prioritize visibility and the playful optimism of consumer electronics, while the black structural elements provide visual grounding and tectonic clarity, the overall chromatic strategy suggesting kinship with progressive mobility startups and design-forward assistive technology rather than traditional durable medical equipment suppliers. One might observe how the vehicle's form language negotiates between protective enclosure and open accessibility, between compact efficiency and spacious dignity, between utilitarian function and aesthetic pleasure, inviting viewers to consider how design choices in assistive technology either reinforce or challenge societal assumptions about disability, dependence, and the visual markers of difference, while celebrating the democratic potential of industrial design that refuses to relegate any category of human need to aesthetic neglect, instead proposing that all users deserve products that honor their autonomy through beautiful, thoughtful, and dignified design.
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- Unique Properties
- Dualcon is a versatile mobility device that combines a walker (for independent movement) and an electric-assisted scooter. It simplifies operation while allowing users to switch modes based on different situations, ensuring effortless independence and enhancing daily mobility, comfort, and convenience.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- overall length: 1155mm width: 670mm height: 980mm
walker length: 690mm width: 670mm height: 980mm - Production Technology
- To ensure a more stable connection between the front (walker) and the rear (electric mobility scooter), three fixed positioning points are used to secure both ends. These include a pin with a screw structure, a clamp that secures the walker by adjusting up and down, and a latch similar to a train coupler that connects the front and rear ends. Users can switch modes as needed through a few simple steps or with electronic assistance.
- Project Duration
- The project started in July 2024 and finished in January 2025 ,the project implemented in Shih Chien University.
- Operation Flow
- When users need to combine the walker with the mobility scooter, they first align the walker with the scooter’s designated track and slide it into position. Then, by rotating the locking pin, they secure the front and rear sections, preventing any shaking or detachment during use. Finally, pressing the slide button activates the pedal mechanism, fully connecting the walker and scooter, ensuring that the user’s feet remain stable. Once these steps are completed, the user can drive the mobility scooter, making it suitable for long-distance travel, such as shopping, strolling, or moving around a community.
If the user want to switch back to walker mode, they can easily follow the separation process. First, they hold the lock key and rotate the pin to release the walker’s fixation. Then, pressing the slide button moves the pedal backward, creating the necessary space for detachment. Finally, the user stands in the space created by the retracted pedal and pushes the walker forward to separate it from the scooter. This allows the user to utilize the walker independently for short-distance walking without relying on the scooter, enhancing flexibility. - Inspiration
- Although traditional assistive devices have their functions, they often lack flexibility and adaptability when used in different scenarios. Many of these devices are designed for specific conditions, making it difficult for users to transition smoothly between different environments or activities. As a result, they may not effectively address the diverse mobility challenges faced by individuals in their daily lives.
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