IIT Madras Unveils New 8.5-Kg Wheelchair that Enables Independence

IIT Madras unveils new 8.5-kg wheelchair that enables independence

IIT Madras unveils new 8.5-kg wheelchair that enables independence

IIT Madras launches YD One, India's lightest wheelchair weighing just 9 kg

In a major mobility breakthrough, IIT Madras has launched YD One, India’s lightest wheelchair weighing just 9 kilograms, promising personalised comfort, portability, and independence for users dependent on wheelchairs for everyday movement.

Weighing At 8.5 Kg, IIT Madras Launches Lightest Active Wheelchair

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras on Wednesday launched India's lightest active wheelchair -- YD One -- weighing just 8.5 kgs.

India’s Lightest Wheelchair Unveiled By IIT Madras Blending Innovation And Empathy - EBNW Story

Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras has introduced a groundbreaking advancement in assistive technology with the launch of ‘YD-1,’ India’s lightest wheelchair, weighing a mere 9 kilograms. This innovation stands as a testament to how thoughtful design can transform lives. Tailored to Daily Needs YD-1 isn’t just lightweight—it’s intelligently engineered to cater to each user’s unique needs. Designed by keeping in mind factors such as body…

IIT Madras launches India’s lightest active wheelchair, weighing...

Last Updated on July 16, 2025 by Team THIP New Delhi, July 16 (IANS) The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras on Wednesday launched India’s lightest active wheelchair — YD One — weighing just 8.5 kgs. YD One is also the country’s first indigenously developed precision-built monu-tube rigid-frame wheelchair destined to match the world’s best. […] The post IIT Madras launches India’s lightest active wheelchair, weighing just 8.5 kgs appeare…

IIT Madras develops India's 'lightest' active wheelchair 'YD One'

New Delhi: Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras on Wednesday launched 'YD One — India's lightest active wheelchair' built indigenously, according to officials. YD One is the country's first indigenously developed precision-built mono-tube rigid-frame wheelchair, designed to match the world's best, they added. Built to international standards, YD One is fully customised for each user's body, posture and daily mobility needs. Weighing just …