Walker in stairs

Climbing stairs might be difficult for some, but it is a great way to
exercise to stay independent from help. The AssiStep is a “walker in the
stairs” giving you fall prevention, while also letting you continue to climb
stairs yourself, unlike any elevator or stair lift.

Product website:
http://assistep.no/en

Related:
HandleBar - University of California, Berkeley - Ratcheting stair assist
railing for older people to safely ascend and descend stairs in their homes
allows for increased independence while still encouraging individuals to
climb under their own power.

Capstone team finalist for the Stanford Center on Longevity Design Challenge
http://bioeng.berkeley.edu/news/capstone-team-finalist-for-the-stanford-center-on-longevity-design-challenge

Capstone team takes second at Stanford Design Challenge
http://bioeng.berkeley.edu/news/capstone-team-takes-second-at-stanford-design-challenge

Presentation video (11:53)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j_xTuKlRlmU

Submitted by Mary Ellen Buning