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Slip and Fall Accidents in Elderly

An Innovative solution to prevent accidents by slipping among the elderly in the bathroom

Introduction

More than one in three persons over the age of 65 fall each year. According to a study by the National Institute on Ageing, it was found that 80% of falls in the home happen in the bathroom. Due to multitude of reasons, the bathrooms are very hazardous. Bathrooms have slippery surfaces and few dependable things to grasp onto, which greatly increases the chances for harm. Fall-related injuries range from minor cuts, scrapes, and bruises to more severe injuries, such as broken bones (especially hip fractures), head contusions and even spinal cord injury.

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Innovation Process

The Cause

Every design project is usually initiated by a need (be it a commercial requirement or a social necessity) or a problem with the product.

The Context

To study and understand the existing product or similar products in the market, the product scenario, its users, and pros and cons of the product as experienced by them.

The Comprehension

Analysing all the information gathered and methodically lists out observations and perceptions of the issues involved and the causes behind. The design insights forms the basis for the design intervention.

The Check

It is essential to understand what requirements the product should ultimately cater to and what problems it should resolve.

The Conception

Using the check list to arrive at multiple ideas to resolve the problems listed. Starts with conceiving ideas, grouping them into clusters, arriving at multiple concepts and finally zeroing in on one all encompassing concept.

The Crafting

Depending on the user profile, create several style options and zeroes in on the one that addresses the aesthetics concerns in the best manner. The final product design is showcased by creating small scale mock-up models, CAD models or working prototypes.

The Connection

Connection or the bond between the user and the product builds up only when the user is satisfied with the product performance and begins to cherish it, which in turn creates a demand for the product.

Team

Guides:

Mentors:

Mohak Gulati – IDC, IIT Bombay

Zaid Khuram – IDC, IIT Bombay

Instructors:

Prof. Battula K. Chakravarthy – IDC, IIT Bombay

Prof. Anil K. Gupta – IDC, IIT Bombay

Contributers:

Arindam Roy (170110084)

Anket Raut (170110030)

Vaibhav Shinde (170110036)