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Wooden Boccia ramp

June 30, 2017 in Solution

This postĀ is meant to show the steps taken to build a ramp for the adapted sport ā€˜bocciaā€™. It is specifically designed to be played by people with cerebral palsy. A ramp is used to throw a ball to any direction the player aims to.

Via Physical Activity Materials & Disability

The materials used:

  • Three wooden planks
  • Tape measure
  • Pencil
  • White glue
  • Clamps
  • Carpenterā€™s brace
  • Bolts
  • Electric screwdriver
  • Fretsaw
  • As support:
  • Two wooden planks
  • White glue
  • Bolts
  • Hinges

 

NEXT STEPS:

  • Step 1, construction: In this step, we begin with the construction process of the ramp, in which two wooden planks are bonded using white glue and then screwed using an electric screwdriver.

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  • Step 2, assembly: In this step, we carry out the construction of the support so that it can be ready by the moment all materials are to be put together

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IMG-20141221-WA0027Step 3, painting: Once all parts are already built, we proceed with the painting of the ramp.

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Finally, having taken every aforementioned step, the last step is putting the pieces together and get our material ready.

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ViaĀ Physical Activity Materials & Disability

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Children’s Open Wheelchair

June 7, 2017 in Solution

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Download the blueprints

Via Open Wheelchair Foundation

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3D printed nail holder

September 29, 2016 in Solution

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Via Pinshape

A one piece design to hold nails and keep delicate fingers out of the way of the hammer, this one’s a must have in you toolkit!

Download the design files

Our sponsor charity DEMAND Design & Manufacture for Disability will be happy to help if you donā€™t have access to a 3D printer, just get in touch via their website.

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DIY Assistive Spray Bottle

June 3, 2016 in Solution

You will need:

  • Trigger action spray bottle
  • Pair of plastic salad tongs (will make 2 assistive handles)
  • Junior hacksaw
  • Hot glue gun
  • Zip ties
  • Scissors

To make an easy-to-spray handle:

  • Use the hacksaw to cut the looped handle from the salad tongs & sand any sharp edges
  • Apply hot glue to the trigger handle & fix the new loop handle on, wait a few moments for the glue to cool
  • Thread the zip tie through the loop handle and tighten, cut off the excess
  • Enjoy your new easy-to-spray bottle!

Let us know how your DIY handle turns out by leaving a comment or sharing a photo on Twitter! Find us at @Cracked_it_org

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