Rough Rovers adds outdoor mobility to wheelchairs without permanently changing the chair. The system lifts the front wheels for terrain clearance, uses a low-profile geometry to avoid footrest interference, and returns to standard indoor use when not needed.
iterations
cnc plasma cut - removed sharp edges - sanded
using aluminum cause its lightweight, durable enough, and non corrosive
sand blasted: too delicate - brushed radial: scratches are visble - brushed linear: decent
making 8 identical versions
Springs allow the front wheels to move vertically and absorb impact over small obstacles.
indoor
outdoor
The front assembly flips up, switching between Rough Rovers and standard caster
wheels for indoor use.
wheels for indoor use.
The wide Shark Wheel profiles improve traction and help channel mud and water
away from the rolling surface.
