장애인의 이동권과 접근성 보장을 위한 특수차량 개념설계

Abstract

The rights of mobility among persons with physical disabilities to live independently are basic forms of civil rights to move and navigate the community from the place where they leave to the destined intended without having neither any restrictions nor limitations. These rights include the entitlement of public services and the attainment of accessible environmental construction. There are many mobility and transportation measures for the general public, such as public buses, subway trains, vans, etc. However, one of the most convenient transportation measures should be a modified car appropriately maintained. Based on the individual needs of those who have disabilities because of the cost and the trait of persons with disabilities, all the vehicles should be designed and manufactured as possible as can. This research was aimed at investigating the individual needs and traits for modifying a special vehicle designed for persons with mobility impairments. The results of this study, which had purposes to analyze the design concept and the accommodation need for persons with physical disabilities, can be summarized as follows. First, there exists a need to modify a sports utility vehicle for ensuring a space enough to position a wheelchair user. Second, there should be established a consortium among the car manufacturers, consumers and engineers to mass product vehicles modified for wheelchair drivers. Finally, driving schools and licensing offices for persons with special needs should be much more expanded across the nation. Self-driving may greatly enhance the quality of life for disabled persons and improve the opportunity to integrate in the community where they live.