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Biomechanics of dependent transfers on an aircraft

Creator:

Higginson, Brian Keith

Abstract:

The dependent transfer of a traveler with disabilities on board an aircraft places the transferors, as well as the traveler, at risk of disabling lower back injury. This risk is increased on board an aircraft due to the confined space in which the transfer takes place. The purpose of the...

Resource Type:

Dissertation
Effect of lateral force on passenger comfort during a mechanically assisteddependent transfer

Creator:

Mast, Jonathan J.

Abstract:

Air travel presents several problems for passengers with disabilities. One in particular is how they get from their wheelchair and to an aircraft seat. The commonly used manual transfer method is hazardous to the assistants and the passenger. There are other alternatives, but they have plenty of room for improvement....

Resource Type:

Masters Thesis