Press Release
Chi En Kuo Is Honored with the A' Design Award for Dualcon Multi Supply Assistive Devices in Vehicle, Mobility and Transportation Design
Chi En Kuo honored for vehicle, mobility and transportation design by the international grand jury of the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition
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COMO, Italy, April 18, 2025 /DesignNewswire/ Dualcon Multi Supply Assistive Devices by Chi En Kuo has been granted the A' Design Award in the Vehicle, Mobility and Transportation Design category, A' Design Award & Competition has announced. The award was conferred within the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition and was determined through blind peer review by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members, who assessed anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.
The A' Design Award Explained
The Iron A' Design Award is awarded to good designs that meet the rigorous professional and industrial standards set by the A' Design Awards. This recognition is reserved for works that demonstrate a solid understanding of design principles and show creativity within their execution. Recipients of the Iron A' Design Award are acknowledged for their practical innovations and contributions to their respective fields, providing solutions that improve quality of life and foster positive change. These designs are a testament to the skill and dedication of their creators, showcasing their ability to address real-world challenges through thoughtful design.
More 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.
About Chi En Kuo
I'm an industrial design student specializing in transportation and senior-friendly products. I focus on creating practical, user-centered solutions for an aging society. With good sketching and 3D modeling skills, I bring ideas to life with clarity and detail. My passion for outdoor activities helps me understand real-world user needs, and my love for drawing enhances my creativity. I aim to design innovative products that improve mobility and independence for seniors, making everyday life easier and more enjoyable.
Award Record
This recognition makes Chi En Kuo a winner of 1 A' Design Award.
About the A' Vehicle, Mobility and Transportation Design Award
The A' Vehicle Design Award is an international vehicle design competition recognizing good vehicle designs by best vehicle designers and brands worldwide. It is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to vehicle designers, mobility solution providers, transportation design studios and automotive engineers from all countries. Typical entries include cars, motorcycles, bicycles, trucks, buses and trains. The awarded vehicle designs are published at https://designers.org/design-category/vehicle
About A' Design Award & Competition
Organized annually since 2008, A' Design Award & Competition is an international, juried design accolade. The competition is open to entries from all countries. The philanthropic mission of the A' Design Award is to advance society through good design, by recognizing and promoting superior products, projects and services that benefit society, and by creating a global awareness and appreciation for good design practices and principles. Nominations are peer reviewed and evaluated anonymously by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members against predetermined criteria such as functionality, ergonomics, engineering, presentation, innovation, usability, sustainability and technology, with score normalization applied to remove biases. Awards are conferred at Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze and Iron levels. Eligible laureates receive the A' Design Prize, which includes the award trophy, the certificate of design excellence, the hardcover yearbook, a lifetime license to use the A' Design Award winner logo, exhibition of awarded works, an invitation to the gala night and award ceremony in Italy, inclusion in the World Design Rankings and Designer Rankings, and public relations and publicity services. Registration, uploading a work and receiving a preliminary score are free of charge, and Professional and Digital Edition laureates are not contractually obliged to pay further fees to claim the A' Design Prize. More information is available at https://competition.adesignaward.com
Press Resources
- Winner Page: https://designers.org/170434
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/170434
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!170434
- Laureate Profile: https://designers.org/d/366581
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Dualcon Multi Supply Assistive Devices
- Function
- Multi Supply Assistive Devices
- Category
- Vehicle, Mobility and Transportation Design
- Discipline
- Industrial Design
- Industry
- Automotive
- Colors
- Linen, Black, Gainsboro, Dim Gray and Dark Slate Gray
- Images
- 5
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Chi En Kuo
- Country
- Taiwan (China)
- Recognition
- A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2024 - 2025
- Design ID
- #170434
Design Details
- 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.
- 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.
- Realization and 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.
- Operation and Interaction
- 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.
- Project Duration and Location
- The project started in July 2024 and finished in January 2025 ,the project implemented in Shih Chien University.
- Specifications
- overall length: 1155mm width: 670mm height: 980mm walker length: 690mm width: 670mm height: 980mm
