"During Japan Mobility Show 2025, with Toyota reveals 'walk me,' a concept autonomous wheelchairassistive devicefoldable tentacle legs that can climb stairs and sit on the floor. On view at the event between October 30th and November 9th, the helps people with reduced mobility to move around places where traditional wheelchairs aren't able to, including walking up and down between floors and lifting the users to their cars."
"Toyota's autonomous wheelchair replaces the traditional wheels with four robotic and foldable legs that move like animal limbs. Each leg can lift, bend, and adjust its position on its own, and this lets the device move across steps or rough ground. The seat has a supportive frame that holds the user in a safe and upright position, and the backrest curves to follow the shape of the user's back."
"Besides movement, the chair includes folding functions. The legs can retract into a compact shape for storage or transport, allowing the device to fit into cars or small indoor spaces. When activated again, the legs extend automatically, and the system stabilizes itself before movement begins. The concept is still a prototype revealed at the event, and Toyota has yet to announce it"
Toyota's 'walk me' concept is an autonomous wheelchair that replaces traditional wheels with four robotic, foldable legs that move like animal limbs. Each leg lifts, bends, and adjusts independently to climb stairs, handle steps, and traverse rough ground. The seat features a supportive frame and curved backrest to keep users safe and upright. Users control movement via small side handles or a selectable button interface. Soft outer covers protect leg components and sensors. The legs retract into a compact shape for transport or storage and extend automatically with system stabilization. The device is a prototype aimed at daily use by people with reduced mobility.
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