The JACO Enables Unprecedented Independence for Motorized Wheelchair Users

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KINOVA JACO
Image: Kinova

Created by robotics company Kinova, the JACO is an assistive robot arm capable of performing functions such as picking up a glass of water. 

Designed to be mounted onto a motorized wheelchair, the assistive robot arm features six-axis movement to “achieve what was once impossible”.

KINOVA JACO holding an egg
Image: Kinova

Powered by the motorized wheelchair’s battery, the JACO can be controlled with a joystick, sip-and-puff, head control, head array system or interface.

Made from carbon fibre, the assistive robot arm is durable and weather-resistant. 

KINOVA JACO gripping small item
Image: Kinova

The JACO can also be fitted with a two-finger hand.

To learn more, click the link below.

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