Porelon, Inc.

Nc Dept. of Human Resources, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation

David E Mehaffey

Richard Lindahl

Edgar B Montague

Edmund H Machen

James R Machen

Julie N Dezern

Edwin D Smart

Allison M Blui

Kenneth C Pearson

William B Pendleton

A driver measure system aids in determining the physical requirements of a disabled driver in order to modify a van or other vehicle to his or her specific needs. The driver measurement system comprises a frame including tracks for positioning a wheelchair and a control assembly which includes a steering wheel and hand controls. Force adjustment and measurement mechanisms for the steering wheel and hand controls enables a trained technician to evaluate the functional driving ability of the disabled driver. The simulator also provides a structural reference framework for taking anthropometric measurements. The measurements obtained are used to prepare a specification or 'mobility prescription' for modifications and adaptive driving equipment needed to customize a vehicle.

Disabled driver assessment system

Hand stamp

An articulating hand stamp mechanism is disclosed which is capable of being articulated between closed and open positions. In the closed position, a pair of pivotally connected split housings enclose the stamp pad and its housing completely. The mechanism may be articulated open by causing the housings to rotate about the pivot point which in turn results in the stamp pad housing to rotate to a horizontal position so that the pad can be brought against an article to be marked. Each of the split housings has had grasping portions with one of the hand grasping portions having a pressure bearing surface canted at an angle with respect to the other portion when the mechanism is closed. Because the pressure surfaces are canted and positioned a distance away from the pivot point, increased torque is provided, allowing the mechanism to be easily opened when desired while simultaneously minimizing opening caused by unintentionally applied force.

Articulated hand stamp

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Charlotte, NC, United States of America

David E Mehaffey