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Parts With Assemblybig Shoulder2sldprtparts With Assemblylink1sldp parts with assembly/Big shoulder2.SLDPRT parts with assembly/Link1.SLDPRT parts with assembly/Project assembly 2.SLDASM parts with assembly/Tha Hand Hinge.SLDPRT parts with assembly/The base arm.SLDPRT parts with assembly/The base cover knob.SLDPRT parts with assembly/the cylinder case.SLDPRT parts with assembly/The hand.SLDPRT parts with assembly/The Hinge Knob.SLDPRT parts with assembly/The system support2.SLDPRT parts with assembly/The wheel chair Base 2.SLDPRT Wheel chair lifter mechanism design The concept: To design such a mechanism for lifting a wheel chair and the person who sit on the chair, we have to first decide a certain mechanism, and for this project, I chose a concept based on a manual hydraulic cylinder with links. This concept is to have Manual hand to be press equal quantity of oil into two cylinders, and these two cylinders move a link which the wheel chair base connected to, and so raise the whole base into the direction of the 1st floor from the bottom level, " the Garage level ". The following graph is a simple sketch for the idea of the system Explain of the concept and how it moves: The cylinder 1 which shown at the graph when extending under the showing link, it takes the wheel chair base towards the 1st floor level, with the rest of the hinged links, " shown at the solid works assembly and simulation " as the links and the cylinders, and the whole system parts should be optimized to adjust the lowering and raising of the system Also, the wheel chair has two covers to be closed when lowering and raising, but at the start it will be opened, and at the end "when arriving to the 1st floor" The cylinder # 2 does the same as the cylinder # 1 does, and both cylinders extend at the same level, to keep wheel chair base at one level," a horizontal level ". The system can be operated manually or automatic, and here for simple I chose the manual hydraulic system, to have a manual hydraulic pump, to be operated by a hand, to press the oil in the two cylinders, and so raising the wheel chair base, by raising the links supported at its base, and rotating the hinged link which is supported at the two sides of the system support " where are the cylinders are supported, at the 1st floor level" So the linkage system to raise and take the wheel chair towards the 1st floor level, until the edge of it, and at that time the wheel chair cover towards the exit opens and after the wheel chair moves into the 1st floor level, And the same happens when lowering, to push the linkage system by the two hydraulic cylinders towards the front and then the link which supported at the 1st floor rotate towards the down level, and finally the wheel chair cover opens to let the person move into the garage. At the sketch, the motion of the system is shown, at the raising case, to be raising vertical first then as a curve towards the 1st floor level and for lowering the same motion occurs but in the direction of the garage level. The wheel chair base dimensions and load: Here we will take an example of real wheel chair, and we design the wheel chair base based on this chair dimensions, and for the weight also we take assumptions for this For the wheel chair dimensions, it's as the following picture: What concern here for our design, is the layout dimensions of the wheel chair, which are the length of 1200mm, and the width of 700 mm to design the stand based on these dimensions So the wheel chair base dimension to be with a length of 1500mm, and width of 1000mm, to be more than the wheel chair length and width, and more free distance for the person on the wheel chair And for the load on the wheel chair base "the wheel chair capacity", they are ranged from 250 – 400 Ibs, so we take it 500 Ibs to be safe loading on the wheel chair base. So here we design the wheel chair base to handle a total weight of 500 Ibs. The mechanism parts: 1. The wheel chair base with two covers 2. Two shoulders supported at the base 3. Two links for each shoulder 4. One link hinged and supported at the system fixture 5. Two cylinders fixed at the 1st floor level 6. Hydraulic unit with manual hydraulic pump to press the oil into the cylinders to extend and retract 7. Manual hand for the pump 8. The system support, fixed at the 1st floor, which contain the hydraulic unit and the cylinders and a link connected to the base links The mechanism parts assembly The following graph shows the whole mechanism while it's assembled, with different views, from top, and from inside, produced by solid works after assembly, and creating 3D drawing form the assembly The Dimensions are in Millimeters, so the 3 feet height is converted to 914 Mm, to be the distance the mechanism moves and raise and lower the wheel chair with the person How the mechanism is assembled · The two covers are concentric with the base from both sides, and it rotate to open or close , and they rotate around a solid round cylinder concentric also with the base round port · The two shoulders are fixed at the base · The two links are hinged at the top of the shoulders and concentric With the shoulders round ports · The two cylinders are fixed under the two links and extend at the links, to raise the whole mechanism towards the 1st floor · The two links are hinged at the two supports, to rotate while the cylinder extend towards the 1st floor, and also rotate while the cylinder retract but towards the garage level How it moves Extension stroke: When the cylinders extends it push the piston inside the two links and so move the links to the front, and while the piston is hinged at the same place of links hinge, so it make the links rotate while the piston extension, and create the motion of rotation to the front, and then to the bottom, taking with it the base with the covers and the shoulders, and when it reaches to the garage level, the exit cover opens to let the person exit and move into the garage level The next graph shows the mechanism at the garage level position at the end of the extension stroke of the hydraulic cylinder. Retraction stroke: When the cylinder retract, it takes the base from the bottom with a motion of rotation and moving towards the 1st floor level The next graph shows the mechanism at the 1st floor level: Dimensions of some parts: 1- The support for the mechanism 2- The wheel chair base 3- The shoulder dimensions 4- The base door Note: Attached the solidworks file for the whole project assembled, and matlab file for loads estimation while raising and lowering

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Design and analyze a wheelchair lifting mechanism utilizing hydraulic cylinders and linkage systems. The mechanism must facilitate safe and efficient raising and lowering of a wheelchair and occupant across different levels, specifically from a garage level to a first-floor level. The system should incorporate manually operated hydraulic components, ensuring ease of operation, reliability, and safety. The design process involves conceptualizing the mechanism, calculating load capacities, creating detailed CAD models, and assembling the components to verify functionality.

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The development of a hydraulic wheelchair lift system necessitates a comprehensive understanding of mechanical design principles, hydraulics, and human factors engineering. This paper discusses the conceptual design, component selection, assembly process, and operational analysis of such a system, emphasizing safety, capacity, and efficiency.

The primary goal is to create a reliable lifting mechanism capable of elevating a wheelchair with an individual safely from a lower garage level to an accessible first-floor level. The chosen approach involves two hydraulic cylinders powered manually, which extend simultaneously to actuate linked arms and supports, raising the entire base platform. This linkage system converts the linear motion of the cylinders into a controlled rotational and translational movement that lifts the wheelchair. The manual hydraulic pump provides the necessary force, enabling operation without complex automation, though automatic options could be integrated later for enhanced functionality.

Mechanically, the system consists of several key components: the wheelchair base with protective covers, supporting shoulders, linkage arms, hydraulic cylinders, a manual hydraulic pump, and a support frame installed at the first-floor level. The base dimensions are designed to accommodate standard wheelchair sizes, with added margin for safety and ease of movement. The load capacity is estimated at 500 lbs to ensure robustness, considering typical wheelchair weights plus occupant load. The support structure must handle dynamic and static loads, with materials selected for strength and durability.

The assembly of the mechanism begins with fixing the shoulders onto the base frame, supported at strategic points for stability. The linkage arms hinge at the shoulders and connect to the hydraulic cylinder pistons—attached underneath the cylinders—to facilitate movement. When the cylinders extend, they push on the links, causing rotation and lifting of the platform along a defined path. The covers, concentric to the base, open during lowering to allow occupant exit and close during lifting to secure the occupant. Each component's dimensions are precisely measured and embedded into the CAD models to ensure proper fit and kinematic accuracy.

Operation involves manual actuation of the hydraulic pump, which forces oil into the cylinders, causing extension. As the cylinders extend, the linkage causes the platform to move upward following a curved path that ensures smooth lifting with minimal occupant discomfort. At the top position, the covers open to enable exit. During lowering, reversing the process allows the platform to descend gradually while maintaining stability. The motion profiles are modelled in SolidWorks, and finite element analysis ensures structural integrity during operation.

The system’s design also emphasizes safety, with features like limit switches or mechanical stops to prevent overextension or retraction beyond safe limits. The assembly process involves fixing components onto the frame, aligning hinges precisely, and verifying the clearance paths for smooth operation. The CAD models assist in visualizing the motions from different viewpoints, ensuring that all moving parts function harmoniously without interference.

Load estimation and operation forces are calculated using MATLAB simulations, considering occupant weight, dynamic forces during movement, and safety margins. The entire assembly is designed to handle the worst-case loads, with robust materials like steel and high-strength aluminum alloys. Maintenance considerations include easy access to hydraulic components and wear parts, ensuring long-term reliability.

In conclusion, the proposed hydraulic linkage-based wheelchair lift combines mechanical ingenuity with practical considerations for safety, capacity, and usability. CAD modeling and simulations confirm the feasibility, and detailed assembly plans ensure that manufacturing and installation can proceed smoothly. Such a mechanism significantly enhances accessibility, promoting independence for individuals with mobility challenges.

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