Every other Tuesday, the Innovation Institute highlights a Pitt technology or a set of technologies from its portfolio of impactful innovations available for licensing or strategic partnerships.
This week, we feature a novel modular, expandable rail system that can be easily installed to modify existing living spaces to improve accessibility in the homes of those with mobility issues.
The technology is spearheaded by Jonathan Pearlman, PhD, Chair and Associate Professor, Dept. of Rehabilitation Science and Technology and David Brienza, PhD, Associate Dean for Technology and Innovation, SHRS.
SUMMARY:
Mobius, consists of a structural track which will serve as an anchor for a wide range of accessibility devices including handrails, grab bars, and stair lifts, which can be added to the Mobius as the needs or desires of the user change.