By 2050 Melbourne is expected to have a population of 6.5-8 million. With the population density of the city set to skyrocket, we looked at possible transport and mobility solutions. Taking inspiration from some the most densely populated cities in the world such as Delhi, Bali, and Bangladesh, we looked for possible solution to this issue.
In a utopic world, I believe that all cars would be banned from the inner city of Melbourne, and transport would be limited to small ultra light vehicles and public transport. Looking at these cities and taking inspiration from their alternative ultralight transport solutions, we went with a 3 wheel platform for ease of use and the obvious manuverability benefits.
Australia's aging population is an issue we are currently facing, with the commonwealth expenditure of $13 Billion in Australia last year, this issue is only expected to become more pressing by 2050.
WIth 17% of my own personal tax going towards aged care, it is an issue that is expected to skyrocket by 2050.
Atop of this the instances of physical disabilities requiring individuals to ravel in a wheelchair is also on the rise. Additionally many of these elderly individuals require mobility assistance, in the form of a wheelchair or walking aid.
A combination of these pressing issues inspired me to design a 3 wheel tuk-tuk mobility taxi, allowing for 2 passengers, or 1 wheelchair user to travel in a lightweight, efficient, green vehicle.
Introducing Kuana, an ultralight, electric, green mobility vehicle designed specifically for Melbournes future needs. The vehicle allows for ease of access via the rear ramp which folds down to the floor allowing rear access for a wheelchair or the passengers. The rear folding seats allow for two passengers or one wheelchair user to be transported at any one time.
Kuana has an asymettrical design with only one kerbside door. This allows the driver to safely exit the vehicle and aid his passengers into the vehicle if need be.
Introducing Kuana, an ultralight, electric, green mobility vehicle designed specifically for Melbournes future needs. The vehicle allows for ease of access via the rear ramp which folds down to the floor allowing rear access for a wheelchair or the passengers. The rear folding seats allow for two passengers or one wheelchair user to be transported at any one time.
Kuana has an asymettrical design with only one kerbside door. This allows the driver to safely exit the vehicle and aid his passengers into the vehicle if need be.
The internal cabin was designed in two halves, with the front section a luxurious enclosure designed to accommodate the driver for long hours , and the rear, while comfortable, designed for ease of use and cleaning.
The aluminium floors will allow for the back of the cab to be hosed clean, if need be.
Kuana is powered by 2 Zero electric motors and 6 Zero electric Batteries, which are stored under the drivers seat and can be accessed for maintenance when the drivers door is open.
The aluminium floors will allow for the back of the cab to be hosed clean, if need be.
Kuana is powered by 2 Zero electric motors and 6 Zero electric Batteries, which are stored under the drivers seat and can be accessed for maintenance when the drivers door is open.
