GB/Z 18029.5-2021 Wheelchairs—Part 5:Determination of dimensions,mass and manoeuvring space
GB/Z 18029.5-2021 Wheelchairs—Part 5:Determination of dimensions,mass and manoeuvring space
Basic Information
Scope
This document describes the testing methods for the size and quality of wheelchairs.
This document describes the methods for determining the external dimensions and the required activity space for wheelchairs used by reference passengers in daily life.
This document specifies the requirements for the size, quality, and the release of five informative appendices.
Appendix A provides testing methods for important dimensions, which is an important performance indicator for wheelchairs.
Appendix B gives detailed information about the pivot width and steering width.
Appendix C gives detailed information about the turning diameter.
Appendix D gives detailed information about determining the longitudinal axis and center point of wheelchairs.
Appendix E gives technical guidelines and recommendations for measuring wheelchairs, which helps to improve the understanding of wheelchair design and construction.
This document is applicable to manual wheelchairs and electric wheelchairs (including electric mobility scooters).