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Table 3 Sensitivity of wheelchair model to set parameter changes

From: Manual wheelchair downhill stability: an analysis of factors affecting tip probability

 

Parameter variation

Percentage change in correct simulations

Torso inertia

50–150% of original

4.5%

Thigh inertia

50–150% of original

7.6%

Wheel unloading characteristics

50–150% of original

21.2%

Wheel loading characteristics

50–150% of original

6.1%

Rear wheel friction

50–150% of original

10.6%

Caster wheel friction

50–150% of original

1.5%

Position offset between user and base of backrest

±1.5 cm from original

6.1%

Position offset between user and top of backrest

±1.5 cm from original

10.6%