Animal Posted October 1, 2010 Share Posted October 1, 2010 http://www.acureiscoming.com/news_hudson.html The real innovation of the Hudson Project lies in the custom-designed controls that will enable a quadriplegic to race the vehicle. A one-of-a-kind mouthpiece, built by Randy Simmons, allows Michael-Ryan to control the throttle and steering. A bite pressure sensor in the mouthpiece controls the speed, while three sensors inside the mouthpiece control steering direction. Randy, who will be co-driving, will handle gear selection, braking, and can assume total control of the Hudson in case of emergency. Along with the custom mouthpiece, the Hudson has a custom containment seat designed to hold Michael-Ryan comfortably and in driving position. The powered seat can swivel out of the vehicle, and the truck bed holds a lift crane that swings out to pick up Michael-Ryan and place him into the vehicle. All of this is done to ensure the safety of Michael-Ryan and make it accessible for other paraplegics and quadriplegics. http://www.acureiscoming.com/source/projects_hudson_1.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shaky Posted October 1, 2010 Share Posted October 1, 2010 About time they did some thing to give some help to paraplegics and quadriplegics. as i'm in the same boat i do not get much help,everything i have done is by me and that includes hand controls,fitting them and most work on all my cars,who needs a bloody pope mobile when you can have a tt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robzki Posted October 1, 2010 Share Posted October 1, 2010 Great project and that is a stunning truck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garethr Posted October 1, 2010 Share Posted October 1, 2010 The October edition of PPC magazine has an article on the truck. It's running a 1000bhp 7.3-litre V8 turbo-diesel. About time they did some thing to give some help to paraplegics and quadriplegics. As I'm in the same boat I do not get much help. Everything I have done is by me and that includes hand controls, fitting them, and most work on all my cars. Who needs a bloody pope mobile when you can have a TT. No car equivalent of NABD? Although I guess NABD was set up because there was kit for adapting cars but nothing for bikes and trikes, and there isn't the same perceived need for an organization for car enthusiasts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shaky Posted October 1, 2010 Share Posted October 1, 2010 They do a kit for any bike that a paraplegic can ride,R1,,blade.. it's a kit that has stalks with wheels that pop up when the bike hits about 15 mph,yes.. just like a kids bike,the box is a button on the bars that make it automatic,guy that made the kit had a big pay out from the insurance c, i sent him an email a few years back about it,2nd hand R1 with kit about 4k, Been on the back of a few bikes after my crash,had to strap my feet down as the first time my legs fell off draging on the ground,lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miguel Posted October 1, 2010 Share Posted October 1, 2010 About time they did some thing to give some help to paraplegics and quadriplegics. as i'm in the same boat i do not get much help,everything i have done is by me and that includes hand controls,fitting them and most work on all my cars,who needs a bloody pope mobile when you can have a tt I feel your pain. There is help out there, but we are lagging behind some countries as far as level of help. Attitudes plays a big part in it. I often find I'm being told 'you can't do that' instead of 'you can', which gets right on my nerves and only makes me dig in harder. I've talked to quite a few Para's in the states and they have much more of an optimistic attitude than we have here. This truck project only goes to solidify that fact. Great project. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shaky Posted October 1, 2010 Share Posted October 1, 2010 The yanks do a lot more for paraplegics,not sure why,all's i get is dirty looks and still pay for my parking,i think maybe because i look fit they think i should be up and walking,but they don't know that my loom is cut?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miguel Posted October 1, 2010 Share Posted October 1, 2010 Looms been cut, I'll have to remember that one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shaky Posted October 1, 2010 Share Posted October 1, 2010 My legs are like brand new,just run in,i'd flog em on flea bay if i could and the highest bidder would be a few inches higher,!!lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miguel Posted October 1, 2010 Share Posted October 1, 2010 My legs are like brand new,just run in,i'd flog em on flea bay if i could and the highest bidder would be a few inches higher,!!lol Certainly save on the cost of footwear; mind you, they hardly wear out as it is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pedrosixfour Posted October 1, 2010 Share Posted October 1, 2010 Bite pressure related speed control?? Not being funny but am I the only one that can see a huge problem with that? I cannot be alone in the world when it comes to clenching my teeth along with many other parts, when things start to get a little "squirrelly". Ever heard of a vicious circle?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miguel Posted October 1, 2010 Share Posted October 1, 2010 Bite pressure related speed control?? Not being funny but am I the only one that can see a huge problem with that? You're not alone on that one; it worries me too. I've seen a few guys that use a suck/blow throttle adaption, and it makes me wonder what happens in the event of a sneeze. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pedrosixfour Posted October 1, 2010 Share Posted October 1, 2010 You're not alone on that one; it worries me too. I've seen a few guys that use a suck/blow throttle adaption, and it makes me wonder what happens in the event of a sneeze. Lightspeed? Time travel? Feck all?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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