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Re: Wheelchair operated light switch…

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From: burgerman
Date: Thu, 17 Jan 2002 12:55
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"Rob W" <rw@cyclone-events.com> wrote in message
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> I hope to design a light switch that can be used by people in
> wheelchairs without having to reach up to a standard switch. I am
> looking into developing a system that is triggered by the wheelchair
> entering a room.
>
> To do this I would like to know what you think about this idea and if
> there are requirements that you think the system should cater for.
>
> Your views would be most appreciated.
>
> rw@cyclone-events.com

A normal PIR (passive infra red) switch works well for everyone.
Or a pressure switch under the door mat.
Or a photocell/beam across the door.
Or a lower light switch, although I have yet to find one I cant reach.
Or a pull cord one?

Or a day/night sensor - like a street light.
Or

Or I have a little remote control unit that works mine, and it has a dimmer
built in too... Ace when you are in bed.
Or you could combine all of these or none with a simple time switch that is
programmable.

But these are all already available?

I'm baffled, what are you going to design?

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