Application & Function
The Wheelchair Testing Manikin is specifically designed for finished wheelchair inspection and performance testing prior to product shipment.
It simulates a real human occupant, with adjustable body segment weights to represent various user mass distributions.
By accurately modeling the human body’s weight distribution and center of gravity, this manikin replaces real occupants during testing, ensuring safe, repeatable, and standardized test conditions.
This testing tool helps wheelchair manufacturers and testing institutions conduct structural strength, durability, and stability evaluations efficiently and in compliance with international wheelchair testing standards.
Testable Attributes / Testing Projects
The Wheelchair Testing Manikin is applicable for a wide range of test categories, including:
Wheel contact and ground adherence
Static and dynamic stability
Hill-holding performance (slope resistance)
Caster wheel impact resistance
Lateral deviation and rolling offset tests
Structural strength and fatigue resistance
Footrest impact load testing
Endurance and fatigue strength evaluation
Standards Compliant
GB/T 18029 – Wheelchair Testing Standard (China)
ISO 7176 Series – International Wheelchair Performance and Safety Standards
ISO 7176-8: Static, impact, and fatigue strength
ISO 7176-11: Test dummies for wheelchair testing
ISO 7176-13: Determination of coefficient of friction of test surfaces
Specifications & Performance
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Total Mass Range | Adjustable (commonly 50–120 kg) |
| Body Segments | Torso, thighs, and lower legs independently weighted |
| Center of Gravity Adjustment | Adjustable to simulate different user postures and body proportions |
| Material | High-strength steel structure with protective surface finish |
| Connection Type | Modular quick-release design for easy assembly and calibration |
| Testing Compatibility | Static, impact, fatigue, and rolling tests per ISO/GB standards |
| Optional Accessories | Load distribution chart, calibration guide, carrying case |
Product Features
Human-Like Mass Distribution
Precisely replicates human weight and posture for realistic loading conditions during wheelchair performance tests.
Fully Adjustable Configuration
Allows modification of body segment weights and center of gravity for various test scenarios and user categories.
High Structural Integrity
Constructed from durable steel alloy, ensuring longevity and consistency under repeated fatigue and impact testing.
Modular & Easy to Operate
All components are detachable and interchangeable, simplifying setup, transport, and maintenance.
Standards-Compliant Design
Developed according to GB/T 18029 and ISO 7176 series standards to ensure reliable and globally accepted testing results.
