A team of mechanical engineering students from Cairo's Helwan University have developed a solar-powered motorized vehicle that enables disabled people to travel long distances without any assistance.
The students developed the concept as a way to alleviate many of the challenges and limitations wheelchair users face in a bustling city, like Cairo. The three-wheeled vehicle can be operated with one hand and reach up to 55 kilometers per hour, or about 34 mph.
The students hope to make mobility more accessible to all Egyptians, and worked to make their vehicle as affordable as possible. Currently, the three-wheeler costs about $800.
The project's initial funding was only $1,500, but now the team is raising more money to boost production.
