George Klein
Inventor of the motorized wheelchair
Born
August 15th, 1904
120 years ago
Died
1992
33 years ago — 88 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Canada
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An inventor contributed significantly to mobility solutions for those with disabilities. Developed the first successful motorized wheelchair in the late 1940s, which transformed the lives of many individuals with mobility challenges. The design was a collaboration with a team at the National Research Council of Canada, focusing on creating a practical and efficient wheelchair. Later improvements and adaptations of the design have influenced modern electric wheelchairs, making mobility more accessible for users.
Invented the first successful motorized wheelchair
Collaborated with the National Research Council of Canada
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