My Web site now has a new page entitled “The Big Rig: Accessible computer workstation for an unassisted quadriplegic user”, wherein I describe the computer system I put together for my wife.
Questions, suggestions and comments can be submitted to this blog.
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11 responses so far ↓
Marlene Pratto // 2009-07-14 at 14:32 |
Hi Bill,
Great job in putting together a computer for your wife. I bet others will be interested in your solution. I will post a link on my Facebook page and blog just in case anyone is looking. I will remember too. One never knows.
I hope your wife keeps enjoying her setup and always has something interesting to pursue on the internet.
Peace,
Marlene
Susan Warner // 2009-07-14 at 17:40 |
I am in awe of what you have created to make life better for Allison. Bill, I always knew you were smart but this is amazing. I read everything.
Allison is awesome too in all that she endeavors to do everyday.
Susan Adkins Warner
Fellow Classmate – SSHS Class of 1969
Jen Meininger Wolfe // 2009-07-15 at 12:46 |
What you have created for Allison is amazing and inspiring. She is so fortunate to have you as a husband and friend. At the suggestion of my mom, Allendale native Kathi Leeds Meininger, I will forward this to my friend, who uses a wheelchair and has limited use of her arms.
Bravo, Bill!!
Jen
Sonya Van Horn // 2009-07-30 at 10:12 |
I wanted to let you know about an opportunity to exhibit your innovative computer solution for your wife at the 2009 NC Assistive Technology Expo. For more info on the Conference visit our web site at http://www.pat.org.
Bill Greene // 2009-08-12 at 13:51 |
Ricky Buchanan made a new posting about the Big Rig on her ATMac blog at
http://atmac.org/adapted-computer-system-for-bed-or-wheelchair/.
Ricky Buchanan // 2009-08-13 at 09:23 |
Close – “her” blog
Paula Ross // 2009-09-05 at 11:40 |
Hi Allison and Bill,
I first must say, I am Floored by this Big Rig, it is a Loving and Unbelievably Beautiful project. I knew what Allison could do while she was at the Oaks, and as time goes by, I know it must become more and more difficult for her as well as for you. You both are very Special people, I am glad that you wanted me as a Friend on Facebook, you have once again touched my life and made me think how Truly Blessed I am and was to have known you. Thanks for Sharing…Your Friend, and Favorite Nurse …lol…Paula
Terry Schneider RN // 2009-09-21 at 21:44 |
I’ve been working on a rig for my neighbor who is also a quad when I came upon your Big Rig. It looks like you got it right. Has the new adaptability software in Snow Leopard changed anything? Good job!
Bill Greene // 2009-09-24 at 16:52 |
Snow Leopard is not available for the PowerPC CPU in Allison’s computer. We are in the process of an interim upgrade to an Intel-based Mac Mini, and find that, according to Ricky Buchanan’s Snow Leopard Assistive Technology Compatibility List, the SmartNav software is not yet compatible with Snow Leopard.
Bill Greene // 2009-09-24 at 16:38 |
IBM Fellow Grady Booch mentioned the Big Rig in his blog. Look for “All Things Medical”, dated 2009-07-28.
impeboode // 2009-12-12 at 01:41 |
Phat article, good looking blog, added it to my favorites.