| 摘要 |
The invention consists of a lifting apparatus. It is designed to enable a user and their mobility assistance device, such as a wheelchair or power scooter, to enter or exit a facility, i.e. residential or commercial, that has at least one step at the en trance. While the invention is in the“lowered”position. the user can move their MAD atop the platform contained in the present invention. While atop the platform, the user can activate the controls and cause the platform to be moved into the“raised”position. The“raised”position moves the user and their MAD upwards and towards the top step of entrance of the facility. The user can then mobilize their MAD and egress off the platform into the facility. If the user desires to exit the facility, the user then reverses the process and enters onto the platform when it is in the“raised”position. The user, while atop the platform, then lowers the platform to its“lowered”position and is able to egress off of the platform. The present invention accomplishes the“raising”and“lifting”functions while utilizing a minimal footprint and impact on existing groundscape. Additionally, the present invention, by design can be easily relocated if the user desires to do so. |
