ABOUT

I Rise Mechanics 357 is a high-tech company, engineering and manufacturing
new-generation, robotic mobility devices for people with lower limbs
disabilities with unique design, mechanics, electronics and software. Our
systems will improve health, independence, social inclusion and quality of life
for disabled people.

THE STORY

FACTS

Globally every year between the 250,000 to 500,000 incidents lead to the lower
limbs being immobilized.
The average age of people experiencing such incidents is
39.5 years.

Most of these people are of working age, physically active and living an active
lifestyle.

Most of the aids for people with vertebral injuries are designed to move them in
a sitting position. However, the extended stay of the human body in a
wheelchair is unusual and leads to inevitably life-long secondary health
problems such as deep vein thrombosis, urinary tract infections, muscular spasms, osteoporosis,decubital wounds, chronic pain, respiratory disabilities and many others.

motivate

OBSERVE

work

THE PROCESS

Rise

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Freedom

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SOLVE

SPECIFICATION

Vertical position

– Free movement in vertical position of the body
– Health status improvement
– Easy self-transfer from and to a wheelchair or other furniture
– Maximum maneuverability
– Lightweight – compact – 60 kg.

electric drivetrain

-4×4 movement
– Axial movement
– Foldable parts for easy transport
– 0 grade turning radius

construction

– Aluminum tubing chassis
– Antibacterial breathing materials
– Low center of gravity
– Adaptable steps and knees

THE TEAM

Lubomir Vassilev - Captain

Lubo is not a captain of a ship, but has the power to unite talents in
amazing teams. He is great in finding partnerships that support our work,
support its distribution and development.

Ivelina Gadjeva - enthusiast

Ivelina is inclusive design expert. She is the only specialist working in
this field in Bulgaria. Ivelina uses people-centered design processes not
only as a problems solving strategy but also as a method of identifying
them. She believes people are the greatest source of inspiration.

Radost- Confessor

Her diversity of knowledge and competence help us accomplish all of our
tasks. Radost has more than 10 years experience in TV production,
copywrite, organization and administration of filming process. She is
psychologist with 2 years experience in psychological counseling of
people with disabilities and group therapy with parents of children with
mental retardation. She is also doctor of philosophy. Her interests are
endless. Her creativity and non-standard solutions are her second nature.

Gergana Koleva - The Pragmatist

Geri is social worker. She has worked for people with disabilities for more than
7 years. Person of honour and action. Geri is has the power to protect the human
right in front of the administration and is always willing to help.

Danail Ivanov - Climber

Danail is a climber not because he is a professional alpinist, but because
he easily overcomes the challenges finds the best solutions. He’s our
software guru. Danail has extensive experience in programming
customized solutions and ‘smart machines’. For him there is nothing
impossible and he is capable to give life to every machine.

Dimitar Ortakov- Ombre - The Brain

Dimitar is an engineer, mechanic and motorcyclist. He is the chief
mechanic of the Bulgarian team participating in Rally Dakar 2012. Ombre
is also the best welder and master in solving constructive tasks. He has
many other talents, but we don’t have enough space to describe them.

DIMITAR DULEV – THE SCULPTURE

Dimitar is the father of the forms. He is shaping the body of our products. His
amazing design is the key to the heart of the users. He is creating confidence,
comfort and self esteem.

Tania Mihaylova – The Strategist

Tanya is firmly on the ground but she does not stop staring at the sun.
Most of her ventures get there. Capable of entering a line in
creative chaos and make the vision a reality.