Helen Hamlyn Design Awards 2011
Patrick Hyland
RCA Innovation Design Engineering
A hand-operated mechanical system that allows wheelchair users to negotiate angled and cambered surfaces, which adversely affect wheelchair propulsion, with greater ease and control. Synergise uses a simple ratchet system and can be retrofitted inexpensively to many existing wheelchairs.
Joint Winner Age UK Award for Inclusive Design
Highly Commended Helen Hamlyn Design Award for Creativity
